With this serious hot weather sweeping across Europe & the U.S, I’ve had a lot of emails from you girls looking for city chic and workwear ideas. Think light and comfortable. Avoid bodycons or extremely fitted dresses and tops in the heat, unless they are mainly cotton fabrics. Heavy Lycra, spandex, denim and canvas materials are definitely kinds to stay away from while you’re planning your city break or work wardrobe during the Summer. Light fit and flare dresses in a plain colour are a great staple piece to have as you can dress them up or down very easily and it will save you space in your suitcase for something else. At the moment New Look, Primark/Penney’s and Dorothy Perkins have a good selection of fit and flare styles.
The looks I have chosen here are simple but of chic and elegant.
Neutrals are very flattering for any skin tone. The shoes are from River Island and they are an ideal height if you’re having a “running in heels” sort of day at the office thanks to the comfortable platform at the front. The dress lightly skims your curves and creates a nice shape as the belt accentuates your waistline. If you’re busty both this look and look No.2 below will sit perfectly without showing too much.
Dress – Oasis, peach v neck crepe wrap dress, sizes 6-16 : On sale €44/£35
Necklace – River Island, gold swallow details : €24/£18
Bag – Aldo, Belinsky Cognac bag : €65/ £50
Shoes – River Island : €75/£55
This playsuit for me is such a winner for a city chic look. The combination of embellished detail versus the plain draped navy is beautiful. This number from New Looks’ Inspire range is the perfect piece just get up and go, taking you from day to night very easily. This Michael Kors handbag doesn’t need much explanation. It will go with everything and hold everything you need. It’s the perfect city bag.
Playsuit – New Look Inspire, online exclusive, sizes 18-28 : €41/ £34.99
Bag – Michael Kors : $358 / € 280 / £241
Sunglasses – Asos : €15.91/ £12
Sandals – River Island : €45/ £35
For people that don’t like to show off their legs, the floral print jogger trousers are lightweight and extremely comfortable. I’ve paired them with this gorgeous white embellished shirt which will add that hint of professionalism if you’re spending the day in the office. The blue high heels from River Island I think add some extra Sex In The City qualities to this look. Floral Print Trousers – Dorothy Perkins, sizes 6-22 : €27.90/ £24 White Embellished Shirt – Dorohy Perkins, sizes 6-22 : €32/ £28 Necklace – Zara : €18.60/ £15.99 Blue Heels – River Island : €65/ £50 Lou.x
