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Ask BB: Business Casual for Summer


I've received a couple requests for business casual outfit ideas for summer, so here's one of my favorite formulas: Pair some nice work pants in a light fabric (the ones shown here are Norma Kamali for Walmart) with a white tank, tee or blouse (depending on your preference), and top it with a structured short-sleeve cropped jacket. Easy peasy!

The key piece for this formula is the cropped jacket, which is less fussy than a suit jacket but still polished enough for a work environment. During your commute to and from work, you can take off the jacket and stay cool in hot and humid summer weather. The one shown here is from Ann Taylor Loft ($79).

The trick to giving your look a little fashion edge is a smart color combo (in this case, yellow and navy) and your own fun accessories like chic shoes, a sharp purse and pretty jewelry.

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Comments
awesome pants! they look so comfortable for a 8 hour day, love them
#1 Neira (Homepage) on 2009-06-22 17:21 (Reply)
I really like the color combo you've used here, it's so fresh!
#2 MizzJ (Homepage) on 2009-06-22 22:19 (Reply)
Love the shoes! I've been on the hunt for a bright yellow pair of shoes for summer -- I just wish they still had that pair in my size!
#3 DSeer (Homepage) on 2009-06-23 07:31 (Reply)
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