You'll never catch me walking into the office in a floral dress. It just will never happen! My summer uniform is pants and a long-sleeve cotton top, with feminine details like eyelet and lace to soften the look. I learned when I traveled to India years ago that you stay cooler when you're protected from the sun. For evening, a styling trick I use is layering a black maillot under a jean jacket with high-waisted pants. And then I switch up my shoes. I love an open-toe sandal, but I also love a boot in summer. I know that sounds crazy! But take this slouchy Gianvito Rossi: You can wear it with loose trousers and it looks like an ankle boot, or you can tuck a jean into it. And you still feel dressed, you know?