Top Tips: How to dress professionally in hot weather
Keeping your cool
Be flexible
Heatwaves are becoming more common in the UK, so it makes sense to create a capsule wardrobe of smart clothes for hot weather that you can turn to when the mercury rises: five heatwave-friendly outfits for each working day of the week should keep you covered. If you prefer to be more flexible, choose work clothes for hot weather that can be layered – and will still look and feel good when the weather is cooler.
Be textile savvy
Understanding which fabrics keep you cool is the key to looking smart in summer. Cotton is the most obvious choice: it wears well and keeps you cool by absorbing and removing the body moisture caused by sweat (also known as the wicking process). Linen, loose-fitting denim, and muslin are other fashion choices worth considering when you’re facing a sticky day at your desk. If you’ll be spending any time outside, at lunch, or on the commute, lighter colors will limit your sweltering.
Be neutral
If you’re choosing work dresses for hot weather, beware ditsy prints and summer florals. Lovely as they are for garden parties and summer barbecues, they can tone down your professional edge: the same goes for work shirts. Look for solid, but light, neutral colours and pair with a light cotton jacket. Unless you work in a super-casual environment, minis and strappy dresses are not a professional choice: but if you want to change-up your silhouette in summer, tailored shorts are a great choice
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