THREE HEATWAVE HEROES FOR THE CITY

When it comes to summer in the city, dressing is a balancing act. You want your outfit to be breezy, stylish and able to withstand a commute, whether it has air con or not.

But it doesn’t have to be a challenge – if you focus on key pieces then pulling together a cool-yet-comfortable look on sunny days will be easy. From a travel shirt for sun-drenched barbecues to versatile, tailored shorts for days in the office, these heroes will help you stay put together when temperatures rise.

Here, our Junior Fashion Editor, Simona Mezzina shows us which styles you need and how to wear them for the city.

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Whether you’re going to a lido or a relaxed garden barbecue, the travel shirt is what you need. Look to designers like The Elder Statesman for a beachy undertone. Simply drape your shirt over a bikini top and denim shorts for a look that’s easy to wear and very cool.

The versatility of tailored shorts is exactly what you need for heatwaves in the city. Bring the look into now with a tank and ballet pumps. If you do need a layer, a windbreaker can pull it out of formalwear and into off-duty territory.

Flip flops aren’t just for the beach anymore. We’re seeing them worn across a variety of occasions more and more. For a timeless option, I’d take the lead from Simone Rocha and invest in an elegant black pair that can be worn with anything from jeans and your favorite button-down, to a breezy summer dress.