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Contributors, Fashion, Featured, In The Closet, Office Stuff · June 26, 2013

Summer Office Style: Some Like it Haute!


Summer Office Style 2013

 

Professional summer office style is possible, even when it is hot outside. The key to mastering the summer style is making sure you know what is acceptable in your environment.

Check out my selections for summer haute-ness that are not only fashion forward, but workplace appropriate.

The Sheath Dress

This is one of the most versatile items in your summer wardrobe. Printed or solid, linen or cotton, you can easily dress it up or down for your comfort. If your office culture is more reserved, or if you tend to get chilly, pair your sheath dress with a lightweight blazer or a cute cardigan.

Take a look at my top picks for sheath style dresses:

Summer of Style Sheath Dress

 

Oscar De La Renta Sheath Dress in Mint – Photo via Farfetch.com

Summer of Style Sheath Dress Orange

BCGMaxAzria Pieced Sheath Dress in Bright Poppy – Photo via Belk.com

Summer of Style Stripped Sheath Dress

Cache Multistripe Sheath Dress – Photo via Cache.com

Skirts

As you can imagine, anything that shows your legs is cooler than wearing pants when the weather is hot. This summer, there are so many options from which to choose; A line skirts or pencil skirts in cotton can be worn casually or to show someone that you mean business. Pair your skirt with a colorful printed blouse and a bright blazer if you want to bring some pizzazz to your meeting.

Anatomy of a Pencil Skirt: image via yourfinderskeepers.blogspot.com.

Summer of Style 2013 Skirts

 

ASOS Pencil Skirt – Photo via Asos.com

Summer of Style Skirts 2013

Karen Millen Color block Cotton Skirt – Photo by KarenMillen.com

Summer of Style 2013 Skirts

 Karen Millen Cotton Skirt in Pink – Photo by KarenMillen.com

Shoes

Many of us wear comfortable shoes while commuting to work and change to a snazzier pair of shoes once we hit the office door. This summer you may be able to put the flip flops away because there are so many options that are comfortable and office appropriate. Sling backs, bright flats and kitten heels are on trend and will allow you to go from desk to date a bit easier.

My summer shoe picks:

Summer of Style Shoes 2013

 

Ann Taylor Mara Leather Kitten Heel Sandal – Photo via AnnTaylor.com

Summer of Style Shoes 2013

Victoria’s Secret Mary Jane Slingbacks – Photo via beso.com

Summer of Style 2013 Shoes

Sigerson Morrison Belle  – Photo via Piperlime

Quick Tips:

  • Breathable fabrics are much cooler for warm weather. Cotton and linens have natural fibers to ease the summer heat. Silk chiffon is another option when trying to stay cool.
  • Bring a cardigan to stay comfortable in cooler offices.  If your office environment requires a blazer, make it a light material, like cotton or linen. You can always put the jacket away when you head to lunch or clock out.

For Quick Reference, check out this Pinterest Board dedicated to Summer Office Style.

By Fashion & Style Contributor, Karen Curtis, yourstylistkaren.com


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It’s always going to be the joy, peace, and grat It’s always going to be the joy, peace, and gratitude for me. ❤️
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This is 48! #happybirthday #hbd #hbdtome
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Out here summering and whatnot… ☀️ Out here summering and whatnot… ☀️
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