Summer workwear doesn’t have to be a sweat fest. Think breezy linen shirts, flattering wrap dresses and tailored vests that bring boss energy without the blazer. 

A white linen-look shirt and wide-legged pants 

Although a crisp white shirt is classic office attire, a linen (or linen-look) shirt brings the trés (office) chic vibes for summer. Pairing your linen shirt with wide-legged pants is guaranteed to earn you a ton of style points at work, whether you wear breezy linen (or linen-look) pants or opt for a more structured option. Go for an oversized fit and tuck it (or half-tuck) your shirt into your pants to give it a polished look – and to accentuate your waist. your pants to give it a polished look – and to accentuate your waist. 

@banannlatte to all my chic & comfy office outfit girlies: 100% linen button ups basically feel like you’re still lounging in bed heheoheo 🛌🤍 #fashiontok #stylingtips #stylingideas #outfitinspo #fypp #linentop ♬ party 4 u – Charli xcx

Wrap dress 

If there’s one silhouette that works for any summer occasion, it’s the versatile (and flattering) wrap dress. Since designer Diane von Furstenberg launched this style into superstardom it has been a wardrobe staple – cool in summer and versatile when the weather starts to cool, it’s seasonless and timeless. “There’s nothing quite like a good wrap dress to flatter all body shapes with effortless style; it cinches you in all the right places and can guide the eye to skim over any areas you want to hide without being too revealing. They can be dressed up or down in a flash with a clever switch of accessories and are utterly ageless,” says celebrity fashion expert Miranda Holder. Choose a short-sleeved dress and pair it with a simple wedge for the perfect summer work outfit.  

@my_jewellery how do you style your wrap dress!? 😉🙌🏼 #myjewellery #hack #wrapdress ♬ Zou Bisou Bisou – Gillian Hills

Tailored vest  

Looking for a summer outfit that says boardroom‑ready without the stuffy blazer? A tailored vest or waistcoat paired with matching pants is the ultimate warm-weather (and effortlessly cool) power move. Finish the look with sleek loafers and understated jewellery that can transition seamlessly from boardroom meetings to after‑work drinks. 

@yinkaodukoya Corporate Monday Series 👔✨ Starting the week strong with a look that’s both polished and office-appropriate. This v-neck vest is a fave, but layering a fitted tee underneath keeps it aligned with the dress code — no distractions, no HR emails, just clean lines and confidence. Sometimes the smallest styling choices make the biggest impact. Professional doesn’t have to mean boring — just intentional. #corporatestyle #workwearinspo #officeoutfits #stylewithsubstance #corporatemondayseries #ootd #corporategirlie #corporatemondays #outfitideas #explorepage✨ #dresswithme ♬ original sound – Yinka Odukoya

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