Looking to spice up my summer office looks - I've been wearing plain button-downs forever and feel like I'm blending into the walls. Is a lightly patterned short-sleeve shirt like this one professional enough? My office is pretty conservative but allows business casual, and I'm not sure where the line is.

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If this is considered spicy consider me miles Davis…this should be fine for the summer.

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The style and pattern looks acceptable to me. Nothing too over the top and the contrast is there to be interesting but light enough to not be distracting. I’m always more concerned about sleeve length. If you see anyone wearing short sleeves or not. That’s kinda what I’d be asking.

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Should be totally fine if others are wearing short sleeves. But might look better with long sleeves rolled up, just as a matter of personal preference

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I think that would look really good paired with some navy pants!

No this looks like a picnic table. Avoid prints. And yes short sleeve is unprofessional. Look at Lululemon and find a longer sleeve with breathable fabric.

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