Long sleeve tops and ankle-length pants trap heat against your body and make you hotter than you want to be. You’re better off putting them in reserve for cooler days and ones you have to go into the office. If your skin is prone to burning easily, look for tops and pants that have UV protection and use technical fabrics that breathe.
Tight clothing traps heat against your body and doesn’t allow a lot of air to flow through. You’re going to get hot and sweaty in no time at all, ruining the appearance you’re trying to achieve.
Natural fibers do the best job of letting air flow through, while synthetic materials do an excellent job of wicking sweat away from the body. As you look at garments for their fiber content, make sure they’re made from lightweight fabrics. Heavy fabrics have a more dense weave and won’t breathe as easily as their lightweight counterparts.
Socks are a great accessory to show off a hint of color and have that practical feature of making your shoes more comfortable. But socks are going to make you hotter even if they’re made from cotton.