Light fabric that is see through in daylight

Short answer: A thin light fabric can be see through without you noticing indoors. Hold the garment up to a window before you go out.

How to check

Hold the fabric up to daylight and see whether you can make out your hand behind it. If you can, the fabric will be see through in sun as well. Indoor lighting rarely reveals it.

What makes fabric see through

Low weight, a light colour and a loose knit are the three things that count. A white fabric at one hundred and twenty grams is almost always see through, while the same fabric in navy rarely is. See bamboo t-shirts for women.

How to solve it

Choose a heavier fabric, a darker colour or add a layer underneath in a tone close to the skin. A skin toned top under a white blouse removes the problem entirely. See bamboo tops for women and bamboo underwear for women.

Frequently asked questions

Does stretched fabric become more see through

Yes. If the garment sits tight, the gaps grow and more light passes through.

How heavy does a white fabric need to be

From around one hundred and eighty grams per square metre most white fabrics are opaque.

Does washing help

No. Washing does not change the density noticeably.