The pandemic has unquestionably rewritten the dress code manual for the workplace. What is uncertain, though, is how the new restrictions apply during scorching weather.
Can you remove your tie, like the G7 leaders recently did? The outfit, perhaps? Are shorts acceptable in such harsh conditions? What regarding footwear? This guide will help you navigate the dress code maze.
Accept city shorts.
Unless your business has a tight dress code, knee-length or shorter tailored shorts are an elegant way to stay cool in the city. Thom Browne, an American fashion designer, is a master of the look for both men and women, but there are also several choices available on the high street.
Wear organic fibers
Fortunately, temperature-regulating linen is experiencing a (sustainable) fashion moment, with numerous womenswear labels, including Marks & Spencer, Mint Velvet, and Zara, providing their take on the wide-leg linen trouser suit.
M&S offers men’s silk and linen suits, whereas John Lewis offers linen suits and linen-cotton blend shirts. Cotton and silk are also your pals during a hot; for silk, seek seersucker or patterned pieces, which will cover sweat wrinkles easier.
Use more informal footwear
As tempting as sockless loafers for guys maybe when the weather is warm, they are simply too Philip Green in Monaco. If your office allows for a smart trainer, we recommend the elegant, minimal design of Common Projects.
The Quincy, a hand-painted calf leather sandal by Grenson, offers a professional appearance that is appropriate for the job. In addition to exposing more of the foot, slingbacks and mules are easy to remove from under a desk.
DON’T
Wear beach attire
The rule of thumb for your business attire during a heatwave is that whatever you would wear to the beach is generally incorrect for the office. Flip-flops, jelly sandals, kaftans, short shorts, and crop tops should be reserved for the beach.
Wear more clothing than is necessary.
Why should women wear separates when a flowy dress will enable more air to move freely about them? Do you even need to wear sleeves? A sleeveless dress will prevent sweat spots from forming.
Men may be permitted to wear a polo shirt or lightweight T-shirt instead of a shirt and tie at work if they’re wearing a suit (if they’re still insisting on it).
Utilize vest tops
They are lightweight, trendy, and a summer must for both men and women. In the office, though, they appear more like vests than tops. The vest top falls plainly outside of the permissible range for casual attire on the job.
