With a heatwave upon us, the warm weather can leave us all in a bit of a style conundrum when it comes to what to wear to work. Whilst the temperatures rising may lift our moods, the decisions on what to wear within a more professional environment can make the getting ready process that bit harder.
With that in mind, we’re rounding up the perfect workwear ready pieces to buy this summer that will keep you cool and credible with equal measure. Read on as we reveal all.
Classic boardroom dressing calls for a shirt, but long sleeves and a buttoned-up approach can leave you feeling overheated in an instant. Why not swap the blouse for a summer friendly tee? Now a t-shirt may traditionally be considered more casual but, when it comes to making it a powerful piece for your work wardrobe, it’s all about opting for details that demand respect. Our Lana lace top has a boxy design and stunning bow shoulder detail that looks ideal for that all important meeting. Wear with a pair of loose fit, tailored trousers, and chunky strapped sandals to complete the style.
Choosing the right fabrics to wear in a heat wave is the first step to getting your work wardrobe right. Nothing quite beats the cooling sensation of silk. It instantly makes you feel at ease. That’s why our Sakura wrap skirt in luxe silk satin is ideal for those warmer months. We’d wear it with a loose fit white tee, oversized tote and a pair of loafers for a look that shouts ‘I deserve a promotion’.
When it comes to the hotter months, no one wants to wear something skintight. Floaty finds will help the air to circulate and keep you cool, calm and collected, even if those work emails are making you feel anything but. The Teea Dress delivers on this count. Fluted sleeves and a flared skirt hemline effortlessly blend formal and flirty for an outfit that feels like a pay rise. We’d wear it with a neutral court shoe and a pair of oversized specs to elevate your style credentials in the office.
We know some offices will command a formal suit even when the temperatures soar, but who says suits need to be heavy, dark or boring? Our Lopez Blazer is light weight and loose fit with Japanese Kimono inspired details, making it the ideal option for those who want to bring a bit of personality to their professional lives. The stunning Talitha print adds some pep in your step that will keep you smiling from 9am to 5pm. We’d wear it with our matching Amy Shorts and white Daisy Tee to complete the look with tailoring to boss your to-do list in style.
The knee length skirt is a workwear staple all year round, but it works perfectly for the warmer weather. Formal but with a dose of flirty feels, our Gia Skirt is a summertime essential any business powerhouse needs. Featuring our stunning Romani Print, it will brighten your day and make you shine as bright as the sun outside. We’d wear it with our light and airy Hilda Shirt and a pair of chunky flatform sandals to complete the look.
Now you know how to style out the working day this summer, it’s time to pick up your laptop and get ready to take your career (and outfit) to new heights.