What to Wear to Work in the Summer
With Liberty's advice, you'll never worry about sticky commutes vs. aircon again
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What to Wear to Work in the Summer
With Liberty's advice, you'll never worry about sticky commutes vs. aircon again
Navigating office dress codes can be a minefield at the best of times. Add on the complexities of summer in the city and it becomes a different matter entirely. One minute you’re navigating your commute in conditions that feel more akin to a sauna, the next you’re in the chilly embrace of the office air conditioning. And if you’re heading out to enjoy the sunshine after 5pm, you’ll have the desk-dinner switch to contend with too.
Happily, we're here with four tips to see you through. So sit back, take out your Liberty print notebook, and heed their advice on the best outfits and styling tips for summer office dressing.
The Perfect Shirt
Always a staple for a good workwear wardrobe, shirts come into their own in the summer months, when they double as a handy styling hack. There's nothing more classic than a blue striped number or a floral creation, and with their smart cut you can easily use them to balance out more flowy, lightweight styles. Throw on over a slip dress in lieu of a jacket, or add to a pair of shorts to keep things office ready.
Simone Rocha
The Cropped Masculine Shirt
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
With Nothing Underneath
The Weekend Chocolate Blush Shirt
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Acne Studios
Button-Up Logo Stamp Shirt
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
With Nothing Underneath
The Classic Poplin Royal Blue Stripe Shirt
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Scarlett Poppies
Tasmin Embroidered Shirt
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Liberowe
Nehru Signature Shirt
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Tailored Shorts
Perhaps the simplest addition to your wardrobe, that instantly provides a host of heatwave ready style to your workwear ensembles. Choose a timeless pair of tailored shorts and style as you would any other pair of smart trousers. For more formal offices, a co-ordinating blazer oozes chic (and wards off aggressive air con), but this versatile style is equally as appealing when worn with a white vest or graphic T-shirt.
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Kay Relaxed Fit Linen Shorts
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
JW Anderson
White Anchor Embroidery Vest
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Posse
Rosalie Rose Bud Shorts
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
HOMME PLISSÉ ISSEY MIYAKE
EDGE ENSEMBLE Khaki Pleated Shorts
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Norse Projects
Benn Travel Light Shorts
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
A Do-Anything Dress
If you've been looking for a way to inject some playfulness into your workwear: this is it. Many offices relax the rules a bit when the temperatures really rocket, making it the perfect time to show off some of your more expressive pieces. Suddenly, the dress you've been saving for weekends away and upcoming holidays is right at home by the third floor kettle. Opt for floaty silhouettes, volume and longer lengths - not to mention the all important natural fabrics.
Hill House Home
Green Provence Floral Yara Shirt Dress
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Reformation
Everett Linen Dress
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Aligne
Sparrow Midi Denim Dress
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Silken Scarves
No, we're not suggesting you dig out your winter warmers. However, adding a classic silk scarf to your summer look brings instant style points. When it really is sweltering, simple outfits reign supreme. But that's no reason not to showcase some personality. No matter how simple, an elegant scarf tied around a bag, a wrist or worn as a neckerchief or headscarf (bonus points here for keeping the sun off) is the final touch your office outfit needs.
Liberty
Peace Love And Liberty 70x70 Silk Scarf
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Liberty
Floral Muse 8X160 Skinny Silk Scarf
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Liberty
Grayson Perry for Liberty Shirley Smith 45x45 Silk Scarf
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Liberty
Marianna’s Bouquet 90x90 Silk Scarf
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Liberty
Persian Gardens 90x90 Silk Scarf
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Liberty
Liberty London Peacock Garden 70 x 70 Silk Twill Scarf
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Liberty
Lorde Thorpe 90x90 Silk Scarf
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
Free UK Standard delivery within 5 working days on all orders over £100
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