MAKE A SUMMER DRESS FROM NORTHLANDS WORK IN THE OFFICE

Not all summer dresses will suit an office environment but most can be styled up to suit a more formal occasion.

Here are a few of our current faves in classic styles:

FEATURED: 1 / Quinn Lace-up Dress by Just Jeans 2 / Fiona Dress by Glassons 3 / Sunflower Dress by Just Jeans 4 / Handkerchief Dress by Max

Use the dress as inspiration for the jewellery you pair with it.

For instance, a heavily printed dress may suit a simple pendant earring in a plain colour, while a plain dress might benefit from a statement necklace in a bold colour.

FEATURED: 1 / Tassel Necklace by Max 2 / Boston Bailey Earrings by Farmers  3 / Drop Rod Necklace by Max  4 / Xcesri Earrings by Farmers

More height means more formal.

Choose a heel height that feels taller than your most casual shoe but that isn’t going to be too uncomfortable over a long day. A wedge heel is a great place to start or a kitten heel is great if you prefer a narrower shape.

FEATURED: 1 / Collette Ankle Boot by Hannahs 2 / Roosevelt Boot by Overland  3 / Mule by Hannahs  4 / Low Heel in cream by Overland

A jacket with a little bit of tailoring adds sophistication and structure.

While the weather is still muggy opt for cropped jackets or cocooon styles in light-weight fabrics. A winter weight blazer might look great but you might find that it is a little too hot to wear right now.

FEATURED: 1 / Linen Blend Jacket by Glassons 2 / Cocoon Jacket by Max  3 / Silk Bomber Jacket by Glassons  4 / Cropped Jacket in blush by Max

To complete your look and to personalise it even further add as much or as little as you like of the following:

FEATURED: 1 / Caring Caramel Nail Polish by The Body Shop 2 / Bluebird Satchel by Strandbags 3 / Elizabeth Arden Rouge Lipstick by Life Pharmacy 4 / Laura Jones Shopper by Strandbags