Bamboo clothing for the long office day in the heat
Short answer: On a warm office day, the innermost layer decides how comfortable you are. A thin undershirt or top keeps your shirt or blouse dry and makes it possible to wear it for more than one day.
The innermost layer
Sweat does not reach the shirt if a thin inner layer is there to take it. The undershirt absorbs the moisture, so dark patches do not appear under the arms or on the back. Choose a thin crew neck if the shirt is worn open at the collar. See bamboo undershirts for men.
For women
For women, a thin top under the blouse does the same job. It takes the sweat and keeps the blouse fresh for longer, even on days full of meetings. A top with narrow straps can be hidden under most blouses. See bamboo tops for women.
The shirt
A shirt in bamboo viscose is light and feels cooler than a dense cotton shirt. The fabric drapes softly and creases less after a day of sitting. Worn with an undershirt, it can often be used two days in a row. See bamboo shirts for men.
The polo as an alternative
On the hottest days a polo is a cooler choice than a shirt, because it is lighter and has an open neck. In many jobs a polo is smart enough for everyday wear, while the shirt is kept for client meetings. See bamboo polo shirts for men.
Your feet
Closed shoes all day make feet warm and damp, and you feel it over eight hours. Socks that move moisture away from the skin make a difference. If you can, a pair of shoes to change into at the office also helps. See bamboo socks for men.
Air conditioning
If it is cool in the morning and warm in the afternoon, or the office runs the air conditioning high, bring a thin layer you can take on and off. A thin cardigan or a light jacket on the back of your chair solves most of it.
The commute
The journey to work is often the warmest part of the day, especially by bike or on a crowded train. Many people cycle in a t-shirt and change into their shirt at the office. The day then starts in dry clothes, and the shirt stays neat into the afternoon.
Colours and marks
Sweat shows most on mid blue and grey, where the wet patch turns darker than the rest of the fabric. White and dark shirts hide it better. Light blue is a classic office colour, but on warm days it often needs an undershirt.
Washing and rotation
With an inner layer, the shirt can often be worn more than once, while the undershirt is washed after each wear. Wash at 40 degrees and hang the shirt on a hanger to dry so it creases less. A few spare undershirts make it easy to always have a clean one.
Read more
If you want to read more about dress codes, colours and staying dry at work when temperatures rise, we have gathered more advice in the office in summer. There you will also find tips on meetings, commuting and the lunch break.
Frequently asked questions
What helps most against sweat at the office?
A thin inner layer that absorbs moisture before it reaches the shirt or blouse. The sweat then does not show, and the top can often be worn more than once.
Is a polo smart enough for the office?
In many jobs yes, especially on the hottest days. For formal meetings and client visits the shirt is still the standard, so choose according to the day's plans.
Why do feet get so warm at the office?
Because closed shoes hold heat and moisture all day. Socks that move moisture away from the skin and a pair of shoes to change into make the day more comfortable.
See our range of Copenhagen Bamboo.
