The Statement Blazer

Wear the linen version of the classic staple from the beach to the office. The playful assortment of buttons on this Rejina Pyo piece makes a case to try out wearing this blazer as a top with some white denim bottoms. Rest assured, this twist to the smart uniform will bring the Gallic sea-breeze with you, wherever you go.

Summer Slippers

The golden buckle makes this the Gucci slippers for this summer. The mix of linen, leather and gold here adds an air of elegance and sensibility that can easily dress your look up or down. Put together with this flowy khaki green skirt for an understated, summer look.

An All-Easy Jumpsuit

Jumpsuits like this sand-hued piece from Stelen Maetra are easy one-pieces to throw on and are fit for every occasion this season. To kick it up a notch, layer on colourful studs from Alison Lou with this bare-backed beauty if you have multiple piercings.

Cropped Jacket

Who says layering only works for cold weather? Add some texture and dimension to your look with this khaki cropped jacket from Off-White. Linen makes jackets more tolerable even in sweltering hot temperatures, so you can still walk down Orchard Road and look badass without melting inside.

Wrap Skirt

Linen wrap skirts scream island princess. Contrast the soft beige graphic print with black leather boots (as seen on this model) to show hint at the island princess’s cool, grunge alter-ego.

The Everyday Blazer

Leave the linen blazer unbuttoned with some cotton shorts to tone down the formality of the fit. Add a splash of apple red or magenta to revitalise your look; the tan colour of this Theory blazer is the perfect base to explore new colour palettes.

Wrap Top

This marigold wrap top flatters all figures and is great for brunch with the girlfriends at the latest It cafe. Head out with this and a pair of raffia slides to get that radiant summer glow.

Flared Bottoms

Though dismissed as informal, it is worth embracing the inevitable creases in all its sincerity. If you are still unsure about adding linen to the work closet, consider linen-blends like these flattering Staud flared pants with a simple tank for a start.

Twill Shorts

This linen lace up shorts is a testament to how you don’t always have to go ham on patent leather and or skinny latex shorts to dress with an attitude. Try linen-on-linen with this pair of linen slides for the ultimate model off-duty vibes, summer edition.

Classic Shirt

Don’t be obsessed with ironing out every single crease. The allure of linen is its softness, so on top of making full use of its stellar ventilation properties, universally flattering cream shirts emanate that charming nonchalance carried out by our Parisienne sisters.

The Statement Dress

Wear linen to a romantic dinner with this bold emerald dress from Mara Hoffman. Layer on a statement gold bangle or chunky golden hoops to show how your girl knows how to work it even on balmy nights like this.

Summer Heels

Like the linen blazers, linen mules appropriate the sun and sand even when you’re in the meeting room discussing your next big project. Embellish your toes with some coral red or lilac polish to remind yourself and your colleagues to not to take life too seriously, ’cause girls just wanna have fun.

The Party Dress

Summer is about being spirited and carefree, and twirling in dresses is easily the embodiment of that insouciance. Hop on the 2018 pastel bandwagon with this polka dot Lisa Marie Fernandez maxi dress and pair with strappy sandals for a garden party outfit.

Tunic Top

In celebration of linen’s long-withstanding relationship with human civilisation, try this khaftan-like V-neck top with its pair of matching shorts to bring the sultry Moroccan summer to our little red dot.

Hold-All Tote

The striped Stella McCartney Falabella is your best friend this summer. Head on for the coming summer sales with this versatile tote for an easy shopping experience. It also comes in blue if you’re into cooler shades.

This story first appeared on www.harpersbazaar.com.sg.