In summer, as temperatures rise, dressing for work can become a challenge. The hot, sunny weather encourages wearing lighter, flowing clothes. However, these aren't always the right choice due to dress codes and work etiquette. In this article, you'll find practical tips and inspiration for styling for work so you can feel comfortable and look stylish.
Summer outfits for work - what is worth paying attention to?
Summer work attire depends heavily on the position and company policies. However, such attire should always be neat and not revealing, to show respect for the employer, colleagues, and clients.
- Airy materials
Regardless of the dress code in your workplace, choosing clothes made of natural materials will be a bull's eye, because in the summer, air circulation is particularly important, which is ensured by materials such as:
- flax
- cotton
- viscose
- modal
- Tencel/lyocell
- rayon
- cupro
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- Appropriate style
Summer work outfits shouldn't include typical beachwear elements like very short shorts, backless summer dresses, rubber flip-flops, or sheer cover-ups. These wardrobe items are decidedly unsophisticated and inappropriate for office settings.
- Bright, subdued colors
Summer clothes often feature flashy patterns and colors that draw attention to appearance rather than competence, which is paramount in the workplace. Therefore, the best choice is light colors, which reflect light and don't absorb heat like black does. Whites, creams, and light beiges subtly enhance a tan.
- Appropriate underwear
Natural materials, as well as synthetic ones, are often thin, which prevents you from sweating, but they also tend to be see-through. Therefore, choosing nude-colored underwear, preferably seamless, is crucial. Our nude Miss Mellow Nude Top is perfect for wearing under a work shirt , as it not only conceals your underwear but also absorbs moisture.
- Don't forget about outerwear!
Despite the hot weather outside, don't forget a thin outerwear, which is perfect for air-conditioned rooms, protecting against sudden drops in body temperature and catching a cold. A denim jacket, a linen blazer, a loose-fitting shirt, a flowing cape, or a thin sweater will all work well in this role.
- Give your outfit a summery touch with accessories
To elevate your summer look, add accessories to your work-to-holiday outfit, such as a basket bag, a woven belt, shell jewelry, and leather flip-flops, sandals, or espadrilles. Especially in summer , don't forget to wear a gold or silver necklace , earrings, or bracelet, as they will shimmer beautifully in the sunlight and add a touch of class and elegance to your outfit.
Summer work outfits - inspirations
- Business Elegant
When your work has a strict dress code, summer office outfits don't leave much choice. In this case, it would be tactless to choose shorts or a skirt a few inches above the knee, a blouse that exposes the shoulders, and shoes that reveal the heels and toes. In such cases, clothes that fit the dress code but have a slightly looser fit are a good choice, such as the Miss Chic Summer White Shirt , made from natural fabrics. In addition to the shirt, on a hot day, you can opt for a breathable linen blazer and pair it with the Miss Female Creme Top or the Miss Stunning Beige Top , whose slightly shimmering texture will contrast the matte finish of the linen.
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- Business casual
When your workplace doesn't have a dress code but you still want to look elegant, you can opt for elegant, high-waisted fabric shorts , which you can finish with a leather belt with an elegant, shiny buckle. You can wear these shorts with a linen blazer and a tank top , or with a shirt . You can also swap the shorts for a skirt made of natural materials. A knit dress with a linen shirt and flip-flops over it might also be a good idea .
- Casual
Especially if your job requires comfort and doesn't have any specific rules, you can opt for Miss Relaxed sweatpants and a Miss Classic White T-shirt , or a comfortable Miss Naked bodysuit . To break up this simple look, you can throw on an oversized shirt over the top and finish it off with jewelry and stylish sneakers.
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While styling for work on hot days may be a challenge, it's worth taking advantage of this time, when we don't have to worry about the cold, to discover stylish and elegant combinations from our summer wardrobe. It's the perfect time to step outside our "clothing rut" and make a few changes, such as choosing a woven basket-style bag instead of a shopper bag, or swapping sneakers for leather heeled mules.
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