Office Zest
Finding workwear around this time of the year, particular if your city is inclined to get heatwaves, can be somewhat stressful. Todays post picks out some great pieces to keep you cool yet still smart and sophisticated for any meetings or ‘running in heels’ situations your day might bring.
This yellow dress is a great shade for many skin tones with a light and breathable fabric. Pairing this with fruity, zesty accessories really make an impact look.
Silk and light slink jersey tops are great pieces to have to cool down the body. The sport luxe detail around the neckline is surprisingly flattering and will also help to keep you cool. Tuck this top into a fitted pencil skirt for a very smart look.
Yellow dress: River Island, €37/£30 – available in various colours, sizes 6-18
Necklace:River Island €18.95/£15
Bracelet: River Island €10/£8
Top: River Island €20/£18 sizes 6-18
Bag: Marks and Spencer – Autograph €162/£129
Shoes: Carvela €150/£118
Skirt H&M : €19.99/£15 available in two other colours, sizes 6-20
Pretty Pinks
This fit and flare dress is a perfect Summer piece sitting just to the knee. As it will sit under the bust it enables the rest of your body to breath as opposed to overly fitted pencil dresses. Pairing this dress with soft shades such as pastel pinks is a great way to finish off a polished look.
Co-ordinates have been very popular this season. This matching look from Dorothy Perkins is ideal for a chic office vibe. The tailored shorts are a key factor to giving an appropriate business feel as opposed to other short styles. Add a statement necklace to finish off this look.
Dress: H&M sizes 6-20 €29.99/ £23
Necklace: New Look €22.99/£18
Watch: Michael Kors, €289/£229 – rose gold
Handbag: Asos €44/£35
Top: Dorothy Perkins €25/£20, sizes 6-22
Shorts: Dorothy Perkins €25/£20, sizes 6-22
Shoes: River Island €63/£50
Nautical chic
Nautical colours are something that never date this time of the year. When this colour combination is done right they are effortlessly sophisticated making it a perfect look for business. This mesh sleeve dress from Simply Be is figure flattering and breathable – ideal if you prefer your arms to be covered. If you want more arm coverage then a light white blazer is the perfect companion to finish off your outfit. Navy tailored shorts are a wonderful staple piece for a working Summer wardrobe. You can pair them differently mixing a red or white cami top together with this white blazer for a very cool and crisp look. All the above looks can take you from day to night quite easily. Mesh Sleeve Dress: Simply Be €69/£55, sizes 12-32 White blazer: H&M , €39.99/£31, sizes 6-20 Red cami top: Dorothy Perkins €15/£12, sizes 6-22 Red Ipad Case: Knomo €39.60/£31.30 Shoes: Asos €37/£30 Bag: Asos €72/£57 Shorts: Dorothy Perkins €25/£20, sizes 6-22
