This time of year is especially challenging for getting dressed for work. A typical morning entails walking through my neighborhood in the sweltering heat, riding the steamy subway, walking to my office, and then finally arriving at my desk looking like I got hit by a bus. Because the struggle is so real, I rely on a handful of no-brainer outfit combinations to get me through the heatwaves of July and August.

Polished crop tops with midi skirts, lightweight dresses with colorful sandals, and silk pants with sleeveless turtlenecks are all repeat offenders. I’ve rounded up the best of summer workwear below to keep you chic in the heat. Corner office, here we come.

best of summer workwear:

Alexander Wang top, Robert Rodriguez skirt (similar here), Rachel Zoe shoes (similar here), Chloe bag (similar here), Michele watch, Chanel sunglasses

Photos by Andrew Morales