Getting dressed for the office instead of a pool, the beach, or a yacht (dream big) in the Summer is kind of the worst, right? OK, sure. There are far worse tragedies than stifling suits, constricting dresses, and, the absolute worst of them, uncomfortably tight jeans in the heat (see this $35 pair of pants [1] as a comfortable alternative). But they're pretty terrible. A delightfully airy maxi dress with oversize sunnies, a wide-brim hat, and comfy sandals is far more idyllic (preferably in a warm but not unbearably hot locale while consuming copious amounts of oysters with an Aperol spritz and/or glass of rosé in hand). But I digress.
Since, like most people, work is still very much a part of my Summer (I've got to bring in the bucks for those dreamy getaways!), my warm-weather office outfits revolve around lightweight blouses, breezy midi dresses [2] and skirts, loose-but-still-crisp shirts, and tailored separates in cool fabrics like linen and cotton. Yes, I'd prefer to be wearing slinky slip dresses, whisper-thin skirts, and shoulder-baring tops [3] in 90+ degrees at all times, but I'm not exactly angling for darting glances from HR.
Already with an affinity for neat and tidy attire, Summer's tailoring trend — a look that's all about looking polished and relaxed at once — couldn't be more up my alley. With warmer days already on deck, I want to get ahead of the season and plan out a handful of comfortably tailored looks that are smart for the office but also enjoyable enough to wear for leisure. Pieces like the floatiest pair of cropped wide-leg pants, lightweight blazers in fun colours and prints, and versatile tops that help to transition from the office to off duty will get me there.
If you're looking to add a few new outfits to your workwear lineup this Summer, ahead, see how I'll be wearing the Summer tailoring trend over the next couple of months. Featured here are affordable hero pieces from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's [4], including $44 linen blazers [5] and $30 tie-front tops [6].
For more comfortable office outfit ideas, head over to The Outfit Bar at Kohl's [7], where you'll discover a range of affordable looks you can wear to every kind of meeting on your calendar.
SHOP THE LOOK
POPSUGAR Blazer [8] ($44, originally $64)
Babaton Arjun Long Knit Ribbed Tank Top
Babaton Arjun Long Knit Ribbed Tank Top [9] ($68)
Zimmermann Zippy Crop Flare
Zimmermann Zippy Crop Flare [10] ($650)
Cyril Studio Halo Pendant
Cyril Studio Halo Pendant [11] ($160)
Ratio Et Motus Lady Bag
Ratio Et Motus Lady Bag [12] ($1,150)
Staud Billie Wedge
Staud Billie Wedge [13] ($275)
Cyril Studio Stepped Diamond Drops
Cyril Studio Stepped Diamond Drops [14] ($1,100)
Jennifer Fisher Medium Stripe Cuff
Jennifer Fisher Medium Stripe Cuff [15] ($250)
Eriness Princess Cut Diamond Cuff
Eriness Princess Cut Diamond Cuff [16] ($1,850)
Aurate Infinity Ring
Aurate Infinity Ring [17] ($120)
Maya Brenner Thick Band
Maya Brenner Thick Band [18] ($1,695)
Jennifer Fisher Tube Pinky Ring
Jennifer Fisher Tube Pinky Ring [19] ($195)
SHOP THE LOOK
POPSUGAR Blazer [20] ($44, originally $64)
A.L.C. Victoria Top
A.L.C. Victoria Top [21] ($225)
Wilfred Tie-Front High-Waisted Cropped Pant
Wilfred Tie-Front High-Waisted Cropped Pant [22] ($138)
Zara Strappy Sandals
Zara Strappy Sandals [23] ($70)
Bakari Tussaud Mini Handbag
Bakari Tussaud Mini Handbag [24] ($615, originally $768)
Jennifer Fisher Bolden Hoops
Jennifer Fisher Bolden Hoops [25] ($392)
Ariel Gordon x Taylor Sterling Lumière Locket
Ariel Gordon x Taylor Sterling Lumière Locket [26] ($995)
Jennifer Fisher Triple Tube Ring
Jennifer Fisher Triple Tube Ring [27] ($325)
SHOP THE LOOK
POPSUGAR Knot-Front Button Down Shirt [28] ($30, originally $44)
Occhii Draped Skirt
Occhii Draped Skirt [29] ($650)
Zara Heeled Leather Sandals With Heel Detail
Zara Heeled Leather Sandals With Heel Detail [30] ($90)
Ratio Et Motus Twin Frame
Ratio Et Motus Twin Frame [31] ($1,495)
Cyril Studio Halo Collar
Cyril Studio Halo Collar [32] ($315)
Mounser Tidal Mismatched Earring Pair
Mounser Tidal Mismatched Earring Pair [33] ($225)
Aurate Infinity Ring
Aurate Infinity Ring [34] ($120)
Maya Brenner Thick Band
Maya Brenner Thick Band [35] ($1,695)
Eriness Diamond Signet Pinky Ring
Eriness Diamond Signet Pinky Ring [36] ($1,795)
SHOP THE LOOK
POPSUGAR Knot-Front Button Down Shirt [37] ($30, originally $44)
Tanya Taylor Teresa Skirt
Tanya Taylor Teresa Skirt [38] ($495)
Mounser Pagoda Gold-Plated Pearl Necklace
Mounser Pagoda Gold-Plated Pearl Necklace [39] ($245)
Cuyana Semi-Circle Bag
Cuyana Semi-Circle Bag [40] ($235)
Zara High Heeled Vinyl Sandals
Zara High Heeled Vinyl Sandals [41] ($40)
Jennifer Fisher Medium Chain Link Cuff
Jennifer Fisher Medium Chain Link Cuff [42] ($475)
Cyril Studio Cloud Hoops
Cyril Studio Cloud Hoops [43] ($360)
Maya Brenner Tube Ring
Maya Brenner Tube Ring [44] ($1,695)
Jennifer Fisher Tube Pinky Ring
Jennifer Fisher Tube Pinky Ring [45] ($195)
SHOP THE LOOK
POPSUGAR Blazer [46] ($44, originally $64)
Cyril Studio Halo Stickpins
Cyril Studio Halo Stickpins [47] ($120)
Brock Collection Ondina Stretch-Cotton Midi Dress
Brock Collection Ondina Stretch-Cotton Midi Dress [48] ($546, originally $780 )
Staud Bissett Bag
Staud Bissett Bag [49] ($350)
M.Gemi The Siena Sandal
M.Gemi The Siena Sandal [50] ($178)
Mounser Corkscrew Gold and Rhodium-Plated Crystal Earrings
Mounser Corkscrew Gold and Rhodium-Plated Crystal Earrings [51] ($290)
Eriness Loop Bracelet
Eriness Loop Bracelet [52] ($1,665)
Jennifer Fisher Tube Pinky Ring
Jennifer Fisher Tube Pinky Ring [53] ($195)
SHOP THE LOOK
POPSUGAR Blazer [54] ($44, originally $64)
Zimmermann Ninety-Six Flutter Dress
Zimmermann Ninety-Six Flutter Dress [55] ($1,350)
Staud Gita Sandal
Staud Gita Sandal [56] ($325)
Gucci GG Marmont Camera Small Quilted Leather Shoulder Bag
Gucci GG Marmont Camera Small Quilted Leather Shoulder Bag [57] ($1,290)
Ariel Gordon Baroque Pearl Drop Necklace
Ariel Gordon Baroque Pearl Drop Necklace [58] ($395)
Jennifer Fisher Triple Thread Hoops
Jennifer Fisher Triple Thread Hoops [59] ($250)
Maya Brenner Triplet Ring
Maya Brenner Triplet Ring [60] ($400, originally $800)
Jennifer Fisher Tube Pinky Ring
Jennifer Fisher Tube Pinky Ring [61] ($195)