Hello my lovelies and TGIF! I hope everyone is having a
wonderful week and have some amazing plans coming up this weekend. I thought I
would do something a bit different on the blog today and try to give you guys
some styling tips for transitioning your work looks to match selective
temperatures for both men and women. This all came about because one day I
stood watching my handsome boyfriend get ready for his summer job and thought,
“he would never wear that to work as a teacher.” You see my boyfriend is a
History teacher for nine months out of the year and for the rest he works as a
Camp Director; Two very different jobs in two very different environments. At
school he has to dress professionally, tie and all, but at camp he is required
to dress casually, comfortable, a shorts and Tee kind of gig.
This all got me thinking, what happens to his wardrobe
choices when he is forced to wear button ups, ties, and slacks to work at his
school during the summer? If only he could wear what he wears to his camp job.
Of course we all know that in a professional setting this is impossible nor
acceptable work attire. So here we have the dilemma, stylistically how do we
prepare and chose clothing pieces that will help us breathe easy in the summer
hot days, while also looking presentable and adequate for indoor chilly
conditions at an office or classroom work environment.
Creating the Perfect
Professional Savvy Wardrobe for any Environment:
For women achieving this goal could be as simple as using
your layers. You want to wear this cute summer dress to work. No problem! Just
add a comfortable jersey Blazer, or light
fabric trench, http://twilightdelight.tumblr.com/post/146263184800/trend-tuesday-how-to-style-summer-hats
some kitten flats, and wear stockings to help protect your arms and legs from the
over chill of the AC while you are in your office all day. Then once you are
outdoors, loose the blazer and you are off to picking up the kids from school
or whatever fun outdoor activity you have planned.
Feel a dress might be too informal for your day job, no
problem. A sporty blazer and slacks combo should do the trick. In thinking
deeply about what makes a look comfortable in any whether or climate, I
starting thinking a lot about fabrics. While jeans may be too informal for
professional wear, they are also too thick in material making them more
suitable for very cold climates.
Then I had to become even more creative in thinking of ways
men could get away with essential pieces that will be cool enough for the
summer, but still keep them nice and warm at the office. For men it’s a bit
harder because it isn’t always about layering pieces for them. So what does
that leave? If you guessed underwear, undershirts and socks, you got it!! Rummaging
through my boyfriend’s under garments I realized he has underwear and
undershirts made of different fabrics used for various utilities.
After realizing the key to the problem was not layers, but
fabric types I thought about one particular men’s underwear and garment
clothing brand for men, Tommy John. https://www.instagram.com/tommyjohnwear/
Little disclaimer for you guys, I am not being sponsored nor are they paying me
to say this, but I was contacted by them which inspired me to write this piece.
For all the men out there who struggle with styling clothing that will help
maintain them in varying climates during the summer, this one is for you! I
also found some pieces in my boyfriends wardrobe he uses a loves from this
brand. If you have never heard of, or are unfamiliar with this brand, be sure
to give their site a look. These pieces also make excellent boyfriend or hubby
gifts for all occasions: birthdays, anniversaries, etc. So if you want to learn
more then just keep reading.
Tommy Johns uses the technology of fabrics to aid in the
struggle all men and women have when transitioning summer pieces and making
them suitable for an office work environment. Underwear and undershirts not
only aid men in layering to help them keep warm under the AC weather, but they
can be made of breathable materials to keep them cool as well. Cotton fabric is
your friend in this occasion. Cotton is breathable while keeping moisture at
bay and less sweaty. Every man’s dream right? Check out the Tommy John cotton
collection here. https://www.tommyjohn.com/underwear/fabric/cool
Stretch and light fabrics can be used for men who are always
on the go at their jobs, or just that guy who likes to stay active. Tommy John
has a wonderful line of garments that were designed for movement and extreme comfort
ability. They absorb sweat quickly and help keep you dry all day long. This
same technology and thought can be applied to both men and women. Ladies you
can take a good look at undies and make sure you are strutting fabrics that
help you breathe, if you catch my drift.
It doesn’t end there. One garment piece most people never
think can be essential to helping you feel cool are socks! Yup, socks. When
socks are made of wool, they are thick, make you sweat and feel like you are
wearing two pairs of shoes instead of one. Tommy John has a line of breathable
socks that helps you prevent moisture buildup and help your feet breath in any
shoe. My boyfriend loves the performance dress sock, for work and during the
summer days. He says not only are they comfortable but they keep his feet dry
and sometimes feel like he isn’t even wearing socks.
The theory applies to clothing garments as well. Don’t want
to wear that thick cotton blouse/dress shirt, try substituting a chiffon blouse/thinner
fabric dress shirt and wearing a strappy light fabric tank underneath or men a
lightweight undershirt. This will give you breathability in the sun, while also
keeping you toasty at work.
I hope these style tips have inspired you to play with your
undies! Undergarments for men and women can be the key to aiding you in feeling
more comfortable during the summer days at work. If you enjoyed this post or
have some tips of your own be sure to share them with me in the comments below.
Also, if your man has ever tried Tommy John let me know how he got along with
their pieces. For more on Tommy John and their line of comfortable garments for
men, click here. https://www.tommyjohn.com
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As always I wish you all a safe and happy weekend and Stay Chic Everybody!
PRODUCTS MENTIONED:
Tommy John Underwear https://www.tommyjohn.com/underwear
Tommy John Undershirts https://www.tommyjohn.com/undershirts
Tommy John Socks https://www.tommyjohn.com/socks
