How to Look Professional when It's Boiling outside ...

When leaving in the early morning it is always a bit colder, but you should always aim to wear a light coat because by the time you actually get to the office the sun will probably be in full swing! When you're wondering how to look professional when it's boiling outside, consider layers.

You might not be able to show a lot of skin at work, but another way to feel cooler is to wear loose-fitting clothes, ones that allow more breathability than tight work dresses or trouser suits.

You can probably get away with rocking a lighter, more flowing summer dress if you pair it with an underlayer that covers just enough skin to make it appropriate for the workplace.

Of course, in most work environments something like a mini skirt or dress wouldn’t be acceptable, but you can probably get away with knee length, and if it is a flowy dress, you will definitely feel the benefit in the heat.

Rocking a great shirt dress is perfect for working in the summer heat, but be careful of the see-through nature that some of them can have, as well as the visible panty line possibility!

Denim might seem too heavy for the heat, but it definitely can work. If you keep things to a sensible knee length and partner a skirt with a nice blouse, you will achieve the double success of looking work ready and also having some room for your legs to breathe!

If you are a woman who is lucky enough to be able to go braless without it really being an issue for your proportions or your comfort levels, then go ahead and whip that thing off. Wear a shirt that definitely isn’t see through and you will be able to avoid the horrendous stickiness and discomfort that a bra in hot weather can bring!