{"id":14216,"date":"2010-07-16T04:50:14","date_gmt":"2010-07-16T12:50:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/198.46.88.49\/?p=14216"},"modified":"2010-07-15T23:05:50","modified_gmt":"2010-07-16T07:05:50","slug":"safe-for-work-5-summer-dresses-you-can-take-to-the-office","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/198.46.88.49\/style\/fashion\/safe-for-work-5-summer-dresses-you-can-take-to-the-office","title":{"rendered":"Safe for Work: 5 Summer Dresses You Can Take to the Office"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s been a hot summer so far in the New York area and much of the country, and as August approaches it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s sure to get hotter, which poses a dilemma for women headed to work throughout the stifling months. Just how one is supposed to remain cool in the heat but covered up enough to be office appropriate is sometimes a challenge. Check out these suggestions for every budget:<\/p>\n

$\"\"$ <\/a>Diane Von Furstenberg is the queen of the wrap dress, and this Steele Cotton-Linen one is for a girl with job confidence. Available at Bloomingdales.com for $375, the classic look is one you can wear for years to come.<\/a><\/p>\n

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J.Crew\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Superfine cotton Emmaleigh dress is the perfect length (just above the knee) for summer office wear and available in work safe neutrals for more conservative workplaces. The $158 price tag is a bit high for those looking for a real bargain, but the dress is sture to be high quality. Just make sure to wear a strapless or racer-back bra to avoid showing straps. Add a belt, a few bangles for each wrist and a pair of heels and you should be good to go!<\/a>
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This Merona dress from Target\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s floral pattern makes it summery and fun, while the cut tames it for the office. The cinched waist adds some extra femininity, and we love the $24.99 price!<\/a>
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You can score this Lauren by Ralph Lauren paisley dress from Macys.com for $89. The cap sleeves and classic, empire shape will flatter nearly all body types, while the bright pattern is sure to lift yours and your co-workers\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 mood. Save the black for winter!
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For creative work environments, you can be a little more relaxed or trendy.\u00c2\u00a0 Topshop’s diagonal stripe dress is for those who want to be a bit more daring during the day, as the trendy zipper front and bold pattern are sure to stand out.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"