https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:18:58 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional#post-1292817 Wed, 02 Jul 2014 01:23:50 +0000 ironkurtin 1292817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Eileen Fisher makes excellent lighter-weight professional separates. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional#post-1292810 Wed, 02 Jul 2014 01:14:56 +0000 unfrumped 1292810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I still get cold in skirts and hose in the AC, but want to look more summery, so wear some anyway, and I only do closed- toe shoes at work. I will do a pencil skirt, boxy cotton or linen knit or silk top( shop for knits that are more refined than a cotton T), so not tucked in and hit, at least. I have also gotten 2 pair of ankle pants in cooler fabrics ( both from AT) and wear with loafers or slightly pointy flats. . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional#post-1292791 Wed, 02 Jul 2014 00:57:21 +0000 Kristin L 1292791@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you like separates for work, why not check out some skirts as well?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional#post-1292745 Tue, 01 Jul 2014 23:55:54 +0000 Gigi 1292745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amy, one thing that I have found is that if I get a dress or skirt with some movement in it, that really helps the heat factor. For me, a longer skirt (or dress) that moves around as you walk is even cooler for me than a shorter skirt with no movement.</p> <p>Linen is wonderful for its breathability, but you'll have to be prepared for ironing, and it will wrinkle if you're not careful. But maybe linen would look too casual paired with your shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional#post-1292727 Tue, 01 Jul 2014 23:35:48 +0000 Amy in NC 1292727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think y'all are right - I need to invest in more dresses. When I'm NOT at work, I wear lots of knit dresses. But I've always been "team separates" for work items because of the different ensemble options. The other complication is that I have to wear hosiery and close-toed shoes, making a lot of casual dresses look strange when paired with the requisite footwear. Cotton jersey is a no-go. I have a few options coming to me from Nordys and Ann Taylor. Thanks for the advice, y'all!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional#post-1292006 Tue, 01 Jul 2014 03:28:52 +0000 DeeCee 1292006@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear sheath/shift dresses or cotton print&nbsp;pencil skirts with knit shells or sleeveless blouses. &nbsp;I add a jacket or cardi for the AC office environ. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional#post-1291895 Tue, 01 Jul 2014 01:35:15 +0000 Caro in Oz 1291895@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agreeing with the others.&nbsp;I'm so not a dress person but since adding dresses to my summer wardrobe I've been much happier in the heat </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional#post-1291867 Tue, 01 Jul 2014 01:01:39 +0000 Anonymous 1291867@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't know that they are investment pieces but I am considering sewing some kimono style jackets to add some interest to outfits. Our summers are incredibly humid and I work in a business casual environment. </p> <p>I have been trying dresses with light cardigans for my 'third piece' </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional#post-1291862 Tue, 01 Jul 2014 00:53:24 +0000 Anonymous 1291862@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Summer is tough but dresses are probably your best choice, something not bare or too short.&nbsp; Debbie and I found some Eileen Fisher dresses on sale last summer that are my staples.&nbsp; JJill has some that are similar for less if you are not too tiny for them. </p> <p><a href="http://www.jjill.com/jjillonline/product/itempage.aspx?BID=413469312&amp;rPFID=10&amp;item=R9064L&amp;h=M&amp;sk=M" rel="nofollow">http://www.jjill.com/jjillonli.....&#038;sk=M</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.eileenfisher.com/EileenFisher/Sale/Missy/dresses_and_skirts/PRD_S4VF-D2188M/High+Back+VNeck+KneeLength+Dress+in+Viscose+Jersey.jsp?bmLocale=en_US" rel="nofollow">http://www.eileenfisher.com/Ei.....h+Back+VNe</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional#post-1291854 Tue, 01 Jul 2014 00:47:27 +0000 lyn* 1291854@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think this really helps you out, but the nursing admin I've seen usually come to work in runners and track pants and just change before going to the office in A/C and change again before going home. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ugh---hot-and-sweaty-but-still-want-to-look-polished-and-professional#post-1291850 Tue, 01 Jul 2014 00:44:08 +0000 Amy in NC 1291850@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been so busy with work, I haven't had a chance to post or even peruse the boards. So I apologize if this has already been discussed:<br />I started a new job in nursing administration in February. I invested in a good coat, some great shoes, and some quality work clothes: light wool trousers and skirts, some blouses and a few ponte dresses - and the requisite alterations to make them fit well. At the time, my investment really helped me to get into the work mode.<br />Fast-forward a few months and while my shoes still work, it's too hot for just about everything else. Can y'all advise me what to wear when it's hot out but you still want to look put together? What are some summertime "investment" pieces? Links appreciated! </p>