What you should know about clothes for the warm season

Short answer: In summer, chafing and moisture are the two problems. A loose cut and a material that moves moisture solve both, whereas less fabric solves only one.

Evaporation cools

A thin layer that moves moisture out into the air cools better than bare skin under a dense outer layer. See bamboo T-shirts for men.

Loose rather than tight

Air between skin and fabric is what gets the evaporation going. See bamboo T-shirt for women.

The chafing

Skin against skin rubs when it is hot. Long legs or under shorts remove it. See bamboo underwear for men.

Socks rather than bare feet

Without a sock, the sweat between foot and shoe has no way out. See all bamboo socks for women.

Change more often

In heat, underwear has to be changed daily and more often if you have sweated through. See washing and care.

Frequently asked questions

Are fewer clothes cooler?

Not necessarily. A thin layer that moves moisture cools better than bare skin.

How do I avoid chafing?

Long legs on your underpants or a pair of under shorts. Fabric against fabric glides.

Is it cooler without socks?

No. Without a sock, the sweat between foot and shoe has no way out.