T.S. Eliot may have written that April is the cruelest month, but he clearly never had to get dressed for work on a Monday morning in the middle of a July heat wave. The struggle gets real come summer when it comes to putting together outfits that are both office-appropriate and comfy enough to wear in 90-degree weather.
One solution that we promise will save you at least several minutes and plenty of anguish this year is the summer jumpsuit: something lightweight and breezy you can throw on and go—minimal fussing required.
Now the best summer jumpsuits for you likely depends on whether you work at, say, a corporate law firm or a local boutique, but either way, we're certain there's a solution that'll pass muster. Below you'll find styles with tapered legs, flowy faux-wrap tops, button fronts, and matching belts—everything you need to make the coming months just a little bit more bearable.
Off-white, cropped, and ready for summer.Available in sizes XS to XL.
Make this your go-to desk-to-drinks option.Available in sizes XS to XL.
A new take on shirting that's decidedly not your boring button-down.Available in sizes XS to L.
This playful print pairs well with sneakers and with heels.Available in sizes X to 4X.
A Monday-to-Friday option you can wear on weekends too.Available in sizes S to L.
The layering possibilities make this a year-round staple.Available in sizes 24 to 32.
Bright florals on color-blocking make for the best of both worlds.Available in sizes 0 to 8.
You can never have enough stripes.Available in sizes X to 4X.
As easy as it is elegant.Available in sizes 0 to 10.
This is a cool alternative to navy-and-white stripes.Available in sizes XS to XL.
HR will totally approve.Available in XXS to L.
Summer Fridays, anyone?Available in sizes P to L.
Your next Monday morning meeting just got a whole lot chicer.Available in sizes 2 to 4.
Dress code a little more casual? Scoop up a printed one-piece from this Aussie brand.Available in sizes 6 to 12.
Like pajamas, but make it work-appropriate.Available in sizes FR 34 to FR 42.
You'll wear this one on the weekend too.Available in sizes 0 to 10.
Bold prints at the office? That's a yes from us.Available in sizes 14 to 28.
Here's one with elbow-length sleeves because A/C.Available in sizes S to L.
Let the ruffles leave a statement.Available in sizes 0 to 14, and 4P to 14P.
When it comes to office-friendly (and actually cute) clothes, Aritzia never disappoints.Available in sizes 00 to 12.For more tips on streamlining your summer wardrobe, check out this seven-piece capsule that works for every budget.This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated by Gina Marinelli.
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