Yes it’s burning hot out, and that bodycon dress that you’re wearing seems like such a terrible idea now, when it feels practically glued onto your sticky, sweaty self.
If we listed down all of our hot weather complaints — ‘melting’ makeup and all — that list will form an entire volume and more, while being super boring to read. Here, we’re practical problem-solvers. Instead of just griping about it, we hunted down fab summer outfit ideas that make coping with this hideous heat so easy breezy.
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Playsuits, chic wide-leg pants and more summer must-haves that won’t stick to your skin; click on for these fab hot weather outfits!
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A fun print and the use of luxe fabrics can make that much of a difference; you can barely even tell that these are jogger pants! Its silk material, plus that drawstring waistband so cleverly hidden mean that these pants are oh-so-comfy too. Pair it with a loose-fit boxy top, a statement necklace and matching heels and you’re all ready for work.
Get it online from SheShops. The Nineteen Eight chiffon blouse ($85) seen above, is also stocked at SheShops.
Dressing well for a warm evening doesn’t necessarily mean discomfort, when you’ve got these pleated pants on. Pair this wide-leg style with a crop top and you’ve just nabbed both trending summer styles in one look; its zesty hue just adds to its summer appeal.
Get it online from ASOS.
Swap your long-sleeve blouse for this crop top that’s smart enough for work. Show just a teasing peek of skin with a waist-high midi skirt, as seen here.
Get it online from Whole9yards e-store and at boutiques in Orchard Gateway, #02-06, Wisma Atria, #01-05 and at the Robinsons Orchard women’s department.
Swap your skinny jeans for these loose-fit cropped pants, with a paperbag ribbon-tie detail that makes it more office-friendly too. By purchasing this fab find from homegrown brand Matter, you’ll also be showing your support for artisanal craft; these are made with traditional textiles by artisans in Delhi, India.
Get it online from the Matter e-store.
There are so many reasons why this playsuit is even better than a typical summer dress. It’s comfortable and you don’t have to worry about that Marilyn Monroe moment, when a sudden (and rare) breeze makes your skirt flip upwards. The wide-leg shorts on this one-piece make it look almost like a pretty floral frock too.
Get it online from Zalora.
Meet your favourite new pair of “skorts”, which come in such a pretty sky blue too. This softly pleated pair from Al & Alicia will give you that comfort and ease of movement, without looking like you’d stepped out in your lazy Sunday get-up. The even more work-appropriate alternative: this pair of tapered Raoul pants.
Get it online from SheShops.
You really can’t go wrong with a loose-fit white cotton dress in this weather. The drop-waist peplum and the off-shoulder sleeves make this look ever so ethereal. Complete the look with pastel heels, like the mint ones since here for that super easy-breezy summer look.
Shop for iRoo in Singapore at Takashimaya Shopping Centre, #B1-52-55, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Unit #B2-97,Vivo City, #01-179-182, Great World City, #01-45/46.
The unique feature of this cotton dress is that you can wear it on its own, as a tube dress; or play with asymmetrical details by putting on the half-robe that it comes with.
Get it online from SheShops.