Throwback Thursday: Hot Weather Style, Summer Work Dresses and Being Cool in Black

As we wind down June and get ready for July, check out some hot weather posts from a year ago this week.

As summer rolls on, it's getting hotter and hotter outside. As the mercury rises, when it comes to accessorizing, in the immortal words of Cole Porter, It's too darn hot. This can be frustrating because accessorizing can really make an outfit. But, even for me, an accessories lover, on a hot and humid day I don't want to even think about it. Forget a scarf. Are you kidding? Necklaces just feel heavy on a sweaty neck and just wearing clothes feels like a chore. So, what do you do when it is too hot to accessorize? Here are some tips for pulling a great look together without the fuss of too much. Read More>>>

Black is your favorite color to wear and you're sticking with it until something darker comes along. However, let's be honest, black clothes don't exactly scream summer. You certainly don't have to give up your black-heavy wardrobe when the thermometer rises, but you might want to consider adding some summery elements to your outfits to make them look less stark and heavy. Here are some tips on how to do it. Read More>>>

Nothing says corporate summer like work dresses. They're easy, cool and smart looking. It's important to keep in mind that dresses for work still need a certain level of polish to be professional. Don't wear your maxi dresses, casual sundresses or what could pass as beach coverups.

In addition to these fairly obvious tips, there are some other things to keep in mind. Read More>>>