Hot under the collar? Here's how to dress for a heatwave

Wearing linen or hemp, and certain colours like white and yellow, can help you face hot weather in style. Photo: AFP

As waves of very hot weather sweep over parts of Europe and the US (Malaysia too is undergoing a hot spell), it can be hard to know how to dress during these increasingly frequent episodes to best avoid the various inconveniences caused by stifling heat.

From fabrics to colours to accessories, here are some golden rules for staying stylish and comfortable during a heatwave.