CREDIT: JESSICA EDEN
Dressing for the office during the summer can be tricky, but the Interrobang put together some options to help make getting ready for the day that much simpler, while still looking chic and comfortable.

Summer is upon us and that means switching out one’s wardrobe for items more comfortable and suitable for the rising temperature. Shorts, tank tops and sandals are staple pieces you might in inclined to gravitate towards, but what happens when you work in an office and are not allowed to wear those items, at least not altogether? Sometimes it can be tricky trying to figure out what to wear for the office, especially when the temperature is always changing and what it may feel like at one point in the day can be completely different the next. Also, the temperature tends to feel different inside compared to outside depending on how many people are in the room, if the door(s) and window (s) are open or if the building has its air conditioning on. The Interrobang came up with three sensible, fashionable, stylish and appropriate looks for the office, with a student friendly budget in mind.

Look Number One:

This is a simple yet elegant look that requires little effort to achieve. Sometimes the office may be quite cool, or you may not want to show any leg. This is where dress pants, or whatever office approved pants you’ve been wearing throughout the fall, winter and spring come in handy. Simply pair it with a nice (printed or plain) sleeveless top of your choice, though do make sure the straps are at a reasonable size so no undergarment is showing and pair it with a cardigan or blazer of choice. Add some nice flats or dress appropriate shoes of your choice and perhaps a simple jewelry piece and this look is complete.

Look Number Two:

Dresses are also key pieces for the summer and with the heat, there will be times when wearing pants, no matter how high the air conditioning in the office may be at, just won’t do. Your legs at one point may want to breath and if three quarter length bottoms are not doable for you, then a dress is a quick and easy way to feel professional and all dressed up, yet comfortable for the work environment. It’s a way to perhaps feel confident and takes minimal effort to put together. There are a variety to choose from, but making sure it is suitable and long enough for work is something to consider. A printed dress is optional, but floras, though not groundbreaking, are a safe bet to wear. Whether you like a simple straight dress, A-line or flowy dress, the choice is yours. Pair it with a belt if necessary, nice shoes or sandals and perhaps a cardigan or blazer and voilà. With minimal effort and hopefully time, you now look professional and ready to conquer the day, while keeping cool, chic and comfortable.

Look Number Three:

If dresses are not the sort of thing you prefer then skirts or long enough dress shorts are calling your name. Again, it can be tricky to find skirts/shorts long enough and suitable for the office, but there are options out there, it may just take time and patience. Both, simple pencil skirts and skater skirts will work well, or longer shorts, paired with a nice top preferably tucked in (though that is an optional styling technique). Printed skirts and maxi skirts can work as well. The top can be plain, printed, t-shirt style or no sleeves, depending on the style, but again, make sure if it is suitable and appropriate for work. Have a blazer, cardigan, denim jacket or sweater choice on hand paired with a nice shoe or sandal and any other accessory and you’re set to go.

Tips

1. When wearing a flowy dress or skirt wear either spandex or thin material workout shorts underneath the clothing item. This way if the wind blows, you’re safe from anyone seeing your undergarments, and it’s nice to have that extra protection.

2. All of the above outfits can be paired with any sort of sweater or jacket since the office tends to be much cooler than what it is outside. Also having a blazer at your desk at all times is nice, incase you have an unexpected meeting and want to look even more professional, but again, this is optional.

3. Any of these outfits can include more accessories, it depends on what you like and how you like to wear them. The above styles are simply suggestions.