Dressing for summer is a minefield at the best of times, but as temperatures climb, many of us will be wondering how little coverage we can get away with while remaining professional and whether it’s acceptable to wear shorts into the office.

But instead of fearing the prospect of getting dressed during a heatwave, we should view building our summer work wardrobe as a fine art – one that merely needs to be practised and finessed. There is, after all, a balance to be struck between being work-appropriate and put-together without melting into a puddle at the foot of your hot desk.

How to dress for the office during a heatwave: 5 outfits to keep you cool and comfortable