Scoot over denim shorts. Denim skirts are way more classic and less sloppy than cut-offs. Tuck an over-sized shirt into a denim pencil skirt and slip on a chic pair of sandals to project a breezy, casual vibe.

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Vertical striped cotton button-down shirt by Kule, US$238 (S$326); Dark denim mini skirt by Victoria, Victoria Beckham, £205 (S$362), via Net-a-Porter; Python printed leather slides by Zara, S$99.90; Basket handbag by Ashley Summer, S$89; Gold-tone puka shell bracelet by Tohum, S$326, via Farfetch

Anything made of natural cotton will help you stay cool and chic in this heat. A cotton tee is an essential for everyday wear, but you can jazz it up by getting one with interesting prints and pairing it with a pair of cropped wide-leg jeans and funky sneakers.

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Printed cotton t-shirt by Zara, S$29.90; Cropped wide-leg keans by Alice Mccall, S$265, via Farfetch; Nude and white leather sneakers by Golden Goose, S$560, via Farfetch; Camera leather crossbody bag by Lemaire, US$928, via Matchesfashion; Gold and silver-tone optical glasses by Thom Browne, £535 (S$942), via Net-a-Porter

When it comes to warm weather, you can’t go wrong with breezy off-shoulder tops. Besides keeping you cool, they give you an opportunity to show off your collarbone! Wear a playful floral piece with a pair of skinny jeans and strappy sandals for a casual weekend look.

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Floral-printed off-shoulder silk top by Brock Collection, £1,100 (S$1,935), via Net-a-Porter; Denim skinny jeans by Zara, S$59.90; Floral embellished heeled sandals by Topshop, S$89.90; Suede and textured leather bumbag by Chloé, £705 (S$1,240), via Net-a-Porter; Gold-tone earrings by Leigh Miller, £255 (S$448), via Net-a-Porter

While a suit will instantly make you look powerful and confident at work, perspiring under the many layers will elicit an undesired opposite effect. If you must wear a suit, get rid of the inner blouse and button up your blazer. Go for something made of cotton or polyester-blend, and avoid wool-blend suits at all cost. Inject femininity by pairing your outfit with a pair of strappy heels.

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Checkered single-breasted blazer by Zara, S$159; Checkered wide-leg trousers by Zara, S$99.90; Embellished leather heeled sandals by Isabel Marant, S$869, via Mytheresa; Sequinned cotton tote bag by Ashish, £485 (S$853), via Net-a-Porter; Gold-tone “Coeur” necklace by Nalin Studios, €129 (S$204)

When in doubt, reach for a loose flowy maxi dress. It’s fuss-free, yet provides maximum comfort. Achieve a boho look by throwing on a straw hat and pairing it with sandals. Cinch your waist with a belt for a more flattering silhouette.

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Printed silk blend maxi dress by Rosie Assoulin, £1,410 (S$2,485), via Net-a-Porter; Heeled sandals with braided details by Charles & Keith, S$56.90; Mini pebbled leather duffle bag by Mansur Gavriel, S$1,200; Straw hat with ribbon by Zara, S$59.90