How to stay suitably corporate and fashionable at the same time is the dilemma of sales executive Natalie Chin. "It's so hot, I want to wear less black, more colour, one of those fashionable tees, a peasant skirt and those fab-looking summer dresses."

Retire the jacket and wear a pashmina vest over that faithful summer white must-have (the shirt), and show the rest of your not-so-fashion-forward office how to wear gauchos with aplomb.

Keeping abreast of fashion trends without losing the corporate edge is a dilemma faced by today's working woman, but guess what? It's really no big deal. Here's how to do it.

More summer corporate tips:

Summer dresses are invariably sleeveless, so get rid of underarm hair. Use a deodorant that doesn't leave you dropping snowflakes every time you raise a fashionable arm.
. Corporate savvy women know the importance of having the jacket on the back of the chair. Sleeveless dresses are a no-no once you leave the sanctity of your office.

. The fit on the knee keeps you both fashionable and professional.

. Open-toe shoes are still a corporate no-no. Sling-backs are the right approach.

. Less is still more, especially when it's hotter than usual..So don't get carried away with all of those trendy summer accessories.

. Arms and legs are on display a lot more than usual, so take a closer look at the elbows and knees and use a pumice stone as well as lots of moisturising lotion.

. Hotter days = less make-up so get working on the skin. Make an appointment today for a facial.

. Use lighter scents. Smell is so important when it's hot and musty.

. Teeth are also more visible during the summer, so visit the dentist and add whiter teeth to your request for a clean and a filling.

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