Written by : Dini Azri

Malaysia is a hot climate country, but that doesn’t stop us from following the trends season in fashion and enjoying the amazing pieces it has to offer. However, one hard look for women to nail down is the smart casual look for Summer? Why? The reason being is smart casual outfits is all about finding the perfect balance between relaxed and professional. From dresses, and flowy pants to printed jumpsuits, here are four smart casual women’s outfit ideas to flaunt this season while looking chic from head-to-toe.

1. Layer up

Layer up? As crazy as it might sound to layer up for the Summer, layering up helps to protect your skin from the harsh sun. Plus, you can easily take it off and on depending on how or where you spend your day. We are not talking about a leather jacket as your layering but more about a lightweight cardigan that matches your look.

2. A-Line Maxi Dresses

Maxi dresses are a top fav among women as it is comfortable to be worn from day to night. Transform the simple maxi dress to a smart casual dress code with a long sleeve shirt, and high heels, then accessorize with a chunky belt. Casual to smart casual with the right selection of pieces.

3. Prints & Solids

Which team are you? Team Prints or Team Solids? No matter what team you are on, flaunt your Summer looks with a pop of colour in both depending on where you are going. It could be a flowy pant, jumpsuit or even a dress, choose materials that are comfortable to be worn out and about in the hot weather. However, one tip especially if you are pulling off prints is to make sure you balance the look with neutral pieces such as a black oversized blazer. Also, make sure you keep the prints for fun events instead of work or professional ones.

4. Innocent White

White outfits have been trending these couple of years and it is not going out of style anytime soon, plus they are perfect for a smart casual appeal. Go for a white dress or an all-white look this Summer and match it with a statement bag. Look crisp and easy breezy everywhere you go.

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