outfit: summertime office

summer office outfit everlane target

Summertime in the office can be tricky.  We need to balance staying cool on our commute while maintaining modesty and professionalism in the office.  For those extra hot days, I gravitate towards linens and cottons in cuts that don’t cling to the body.  Here I’m wearing Everlane’s texture tank with a loose fit linen pencil skirt from Target.

[outfit: Everlane texture tank in cream, Target linen skirt circa 2013, Michael Kors oversized zipper wedges]

outfit: texture tank in cream

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Filled a big hole in my wardrobe today.  Can you believe I have never owned a basic white tank?!  Here I’m wearing Everlane’s new texture tank in cream (size XS).  There are subtle things about this tank that make it worthy of a spot in our essentials wardrobe.  The fabric is thick and completely opaque, but still very breathable.  I can wear a dark colored bra without it showing.  The straps are spaced perfectly apart to cover any standard bra straps (no need to wear your racerback bra with this).  The cut is also slightly A-line, which let’s air flow to keep you cool, adding to the overall relaxed aesthetic of this outfit.  It’s also super affordable at only $25, and it happens to be made in the USA, specifically in Los Angeles (woot! my hometown).  In conclusion this tank is just perfect and I know I will be wearing this over and over for a long time.  Here’s a view of the side and a close-up….

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