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Hot in the city

Beat the heat while still looking smart with our guide to being best-dressed at the desk this season

Fabulous fashion team leak secrets to staying cool and chic in a summer office

BEAT the heat this season while still looking smart. Summer in the city brings humid commutes and uncomfortable office temperatures.

Pack away restrictive workwear styles and opt for looks to keep you cool and chic from 9-5. Here, the fashion team shows how to be best-dressed at the desk without breaking a sweat.

 Trousers, £45 and blazer, £49.50, both Marks & Spencer; T-shirt, £7.99, New Look; glasses, £15.99, Mango
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Trousers, £45 and blazer, £49.50, both Marks & Spencer; T-shirt, £7.99, New Look; glasses, £15.99, MangoCredit: The Sun

TIP: Loose, light fabrics are perfect for summer in the city. Relaxed tailoring is a huge hit on the high street right now.

 Dress, £65, Topshop; loafers, £120, Carvela at Kurt Geiger
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Dress, £65, Topshop; loafers, £120, Carvela at Kurt GeigerCredit: The Sun

TIP: A sleeveless dress is perfect for keeping cool, while the length and high neckline make this suitable for the office.

 Stripe shirt dress, £69.99, Mango; lace up sandals, £24, Topshop
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Stripe shirt dress, £69.99, Mango; lace up sandals, £24, TopshopCredit: The Sun

TIP: Linen keeps you cool in hot weather and this dress is still formal enough for work due to its sleeve and pinstripe detailing.

 Dress, £42, Topshop; jacket, £25, Marks & Spencer; backpack, £59.99, Mango
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Dress, £42, Topshop; jacket, £25, Marks & Spencer; backpack, £59.99, MangoCredit: The Sun

TIP: A light jacket is the perfect summer cover-up to throw on in an overly air-conditioned and cold office.

 Stripe shirt, £65, Topshop; culottes, £19.99, New Look;
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Stripe shirt, £65, Topshop; culottes, £19.99, New Look;Credit: The Sun

TIP: An oversized shirt is a fun twist on smarter, more serious styles and it won’t stick to you in the heat.