https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:40:53 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2278865 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 17:27:55 +0000 Cardiff girl 2278865@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jules and ChristelJ ,you are both too kind!I am positively blushing,thank you.<br />Helena,thank you.l do agree that there is a point after which there is very little you can do clothes wise and then you should go and sit in some cold water! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2278843 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 15:06:01 +0000 Helena 2278843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well I think you're nailing it here!</p> <p>Unfortunately, there's a point of heat where there's not much you can do clothing-wise ... loose and airy items, stay in the shade, fan or A/C, tons of water and slow your pace down are the only antidotes I've ever figured out! Loose dresses are the most comfortable imo when it's really sticky out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2278834 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 14:26:59 +0000 ChristelJ 2278834@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have such flair! I wear hats for sun protection but they do not flatter me. You look fantastic in your hat, and cute casual outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2278811 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 13:05:38 +0000 Jules 2278811@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ha! After I saw the pictures but before I read the story behind them, I was totally reminded of the time I was stopped to be told that I look cool and put together in the summer heat. Your outfit and accessories are perfect! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2278807 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 12:50:41 +0000 Zaeobi 2278807@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Haha you're preaching to the converted as I deal with sticky humidity &amp; a cyclone here :P</p> <p>That's true - I think it's best to be able to touch the fabric to know for sure. Trial &amp; error! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2278350 Tue, 23 Aug 2022 21:05:04 +0000 Cardiff girl 2278350@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes it’s definitely more comfortable not to get dressed isn’t it Zaeobi!<br />l think that Seasalt top is very pretty. Their Larissa shirt is very lightweight as well but generally most &nbsp;of their clothing is British summer weight l find </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2278292 Tue, 23 Aug 2022 15:10:51 +0000 Zaeobi 2278292@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on getting dressed! No, seriously - when I was home during the 37-39C weather, I just didn't move (let alone put on any clothes). I'm glad the UK put some thought into the heatwave this time by slowing down the trains (so the railroad tracks wouldn't melt) but we've still got such a long way to go (considering this weather is only going to get worse, not better)... </p> <p>I unfortunately don't have many tips (since most of my clothing for extreme heat comes from, well, abroad) but I remember touching this top from Seasalt Cornwall &amp; being shocked that it wasn't linen (it's that thin!):<br /> <a href="https://www.seasaltcornwall.com/meadow-comfrey-cotton-printed-top" rel="nofollow">https://www.seasaltcornwall.co.....rinted-top</a> </p> <p>So it might be worth taking a look at their summertime offerings? Good luck - I'd also recommend investing in one of those multifunctional air units (that does hot air for heating/ cold air for cooling) if you can! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2278159 Mon, 22 Aug 2022 18:41:04 +0000 Cardiff girl 2278159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for your understanding Ginger,it’s very difficult isn’t it when the entire country’s infrastructure is not aligned with the weather.You can’t just overcome it in a day or too.l guess we are going to have to get used to this sort of thing from now on.Your dresses sound perfect for the heat </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2278097 Mon, 22 Aug 2022 15:45:26 +0000 Ginger 2278097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cardiff girl, I completely understand how you feel. Texas got laughed at by much of the country when it all froze over in February 2021, but like you, we don't have the infrastructure. Houses have high ceilings and big windows and a large percentage without fireplaces, power plants are totally open and designed to get rid of heat, very few snowplows even in northern cities (I've personally never seen one), etc.</p> <p>Your outfit looks perfect for the weather. As you discovered, thin fabrics are key! Not just the fiber or the weave. I've been living in dresses made of very thin (nearly translucent) linen; it's about as cool as possible. Here, the swimming pools get too warm to be comfortable in the heat. It's unfortunate. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2278044 Mon, 22 Aug 2022 04:33:51 +0000 Style Fan 2278044@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cardiff Girl, humans use the dog cooling beds and vests. Garth loves his. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2278024 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 22:09:55 +0000 Cardiff girl 2278024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Stagiaire Fash,l agree,consideration of fibre content is definitely a priority in the heat and we all need to embrace new green tech to keep cool as well as warm so yay for heat pump A/C.l did not know it was a thing.<br />AndiB,thank you!You are so sweet.l do think dresses and skirts are a good idea for summer too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2277975 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 15:27:42 +0000 AndiB 2277975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Michigan is hot and steamy in the summer but this summer, save for a couple super hot days, has been just lovely! Your whole ensemble screams cool, in both meanings of the word! I’ve taken to being a hat gal in summer do love your hat. I had a similar but it sort of disinterested from wear. I don cute wide brim hats that offer sun protection. Trying to protect my middle aged skin!<br /> But for high summer I like dresses. Gauzy light midis mostly. I don’t wear shorts but skirts and dresses in high heat for sure </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2277955 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 09:55:18 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2277955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are stylin! </p> <p>I never accomplished that even after 8 years in Florida where it hits 34 daily for several months, and reaches it often (but not daily) March-October. I wilted, and tended to wear sporty dresses with built-in bras or shorts with spaghetti strap tops, also with shelf bras. I just couldn’t stand that extra piece underneath. </p> <p>I ditched most of those when we moved. It’s been hot here too recently. I’ve been wearing cotton shorts or minis, and tank tops made of silk or recycled poly, the latter in a tech knit (but loose-fitting). I’ve also worn my new linen dress a few times. I guess what I’m suggesting is the classic old fibers, possibly with one new twist (those tops are doing well so far, but I just got them in June). </p> <p>I do know what you mean by tropical weight cotton. I don’t have much of it, because I rip it, or my son did. I love the look of Bijou’s lace top from Zara, wouldn’t mind adding similar to my own collection. </p> <p>Now go squeeze yourself an icy glass of lemonade with mint!</p> <p>ETA I’ll be first in line for BD and Style Fan’s IPOs for the fabric grading system for clothes and cool beds for humans. Also, Angie has mentioned elsewhere that her new “AC” is actually a heat pump, so thumbs up from me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2277949 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 08:25:07 +0000 Cardiff girl 2277949@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cat2 and Jaime,thank you for the tips.l do think fabric choice is important.<br />Style Fan,what a fabulous idea.l think cold vests and beds for humans would be a great idea! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2277928 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 02:50:04 +0000 Jaime 2277928@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I live in a hot climate but I understand very well how it is different when your home or wardrobe is not set up for the weather. Linen and cotton are definitely the best. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2277893 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 22:54:42 +0000 Style Fan 2277893@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All my relatives live in England. I keep in touch with my aunt and cousins in Oxford. I hear about the heat from them.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />Where I live in Canada, we have hot days, sometimes 30 C, but our houses are A/C, and we have the clothes for it. I wear shorts and loose tops. I go out early in the morning and later in the day.<br />My dog has a cold bed. It gets cold when he lays down on it. There are cold vests for dogs too. They are very popular here.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2277872 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 19:05:37 +0000 cat2 2277872@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like silk for summer, and really lightweight cotton knits. Peruvian Collection has really lightweight Pima cotton knits for Summer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2277870 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 18:58:22 +0000 Cardiff girl 2277870@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Slim cat and kkards,thank you for the hat love!<br />Barbara Diane,glad it’s not just me finding hot weather dressing a challenge and yes Boden linen is very thick isn’t it!I think a grading system would be an excellent idea. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes/page/2#post-2277861 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 18:19:20 +0000 Barbara Diane 2277861@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I know what you mean. I ordered a linen top from Boden because I needed something light and breezy. I didn’t know linen could be so heavy and thick!<br /> Linen here is thinner but still varies in weight. Too bad it isn’t labeled like sheets. </p> <p>I’m still having problems dressing for very hot weather. Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes#post-2277851 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 16:07:22 +0000 kkards 2277851@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Especially love the hat!&nbsp;<br />YLF </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes#post-2277847 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 15:41:12 +0000 slim cat 2277847@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wonderful look and very cool hat!<br />I do flow-y skirts ( rayon ) and fav linen tee with sun hat from REI ( AC at home helps ). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes#post-2277821 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 13:44:52 +0000 Cardiff girl 2277821@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gosh Bijou,your high summer clothes are pretty!l l love the look of Broderie anglaise but would never have thought of Zara for it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes#post-2277800 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 08:55:38 +0000 Bijou 2277800@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cardiff Girl, you look fab and cool in this outfit. Where I live it gets very hot and so 40C is just a normal summer's day, not that it makes it easier to handle, but we drink lots of water to stay hydrated and exercise indoors at the gym. It is tough as the air con struggles and it is still extremely hot.</p> <p>My favourite summer clothing is white broderie anglaise - cool, loose and provides ventilation in shirts and dresses. Cotton and silk dresses with movement and shorts and sandals. These are the clothes I wore on high rotation last summer. Nice sandals and bags really help lift my boring summer outfits.</p> <p>My go to brands - Zara (I have had two good broderie anglaise white tops from them), Husk (Australian brand), Flannel (Australian brand), JCrew (shorts)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes#post-2277793 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 08:07:59 +0000 Cardiff girl 2277793@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy,,l agree that silk and linen are great fabrics for the heat.Interesting that you also rate nylon.l can’t tolerate nylon at the best of times let alone in the heat but it just goes to show how different thingswork for different people,<br />Runcsrla,thank you!l shall have a look at that link.Housedresses have been mentioned before.l will have to look that up as lam not familiar with that term.<br />suntiger,sounds like you are a hot weather pro.It is very rare for anywhere to be air conditioned here.You do get the occasional shop that has had the foresight to put it in but it’s not standard.<br />Brooklyn,thank you.l know what you mean aboutBoden.I am currently sitting on a pair of Boden linen trousers that are gorgeous but l haven’t worn at all this summer because they are just too thick.They are unworn with the labels on so l may send them back.<br />Mirjana,thank you.Yes Europe has had a real heatwave this summer has nt it.l agree that viscose can be very lightweight and cool. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes#post-2277791 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 07:53:22 +0000 Mirjana 2277791@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Perfect outfit for hot summer . Yes I absolutely understand you, this is the hottest summer I can remember, here in Belgrade the temperature was 39 degree Celsius . Most days this summer was over 30 degree Celsius. I usually wore unstructured dress, skirt and t-shirt or blouse, but all are cotton or viscose. I think that even viscose is better for hot days, maybe for me, and sandals. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes#post-2277756 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 02:33:09 +0000 Brooklyn 2277756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great!</p> <p>I know what you mean about English cotton. I bought a Boden cotton dress a few years ago and it was very heavy for Summer. I found it a bit seasonally confused TBH. </p> <p>I tend to wear long swishy skirts in (lightweight) cotton, linen or viscose and a tee or tank top in cotton. Sometimes shorts or skorts. My problem with tank tops, shorts and skorts for wearing outdoors in Summer is that they expose far too much skin for sun safety. The sun is very strong here! I have to drench myself in sunblock, which makes me hotter. So I try to cover as much skin as I can tolerate. But it’s a battle. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes#post-2277742 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 01:05:23 +0000 Anonymous 2277742@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look happy!<br /> US East Coaster here, born and raised, so 90+ degree heat and humidity is normal summer to me My favorite time of the day is 5-8am, before it gets truly hot!<br /> I work outside and am in and out of a hot car all day, but a/c is normal in homes, shops, and offices. Shade makes a big difference too. I will only wear skirts (or dresses), sleeveless, and sandals for 6 months of the year- plus sunnies and sunhat outside. I don't burn, but I am careful to protect my eyes and avoid migraines. Fabric makes less difference than having as little as possible sticking to my skin (though I prefer natural fibers). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes#post-2277741 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 00:22:29 +0000 Carla 2277741@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, you look cool as a cucumber in your breezy outfit. &nbsp;</p> <p> <div><br /></div><div>For hot summer I like shorts, sleeveless button downs, and linen garments. &nbsp;I recently acquired a cotton voil long sleeve button down that feels like I’m wearing nothing, but protects from the sun. &nbsp;I have yet to go the ‘house dress’ route, but am giving it some thought for summer 2023. </p> <p>Seconding Liberty of London for light weight cottons and your usual shops, but &nbsp;filtering for ‘resort wear’. &nbsp;I wonder if you will see more items at retail marketed for the changing climate next year?</p> <p>I follow a UK blogger who did a bit on hot weather dressing:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.midlifechic.com/clothing-to-combat-hot-weather-midlife-lately/">https://www.midlifechic.com/cl.....fe-lately/</a>#</p> <p> </div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes#post-2277735 Fri, 19 Aug 2022 23:54:16 +0000 Anonymous 2277735@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel coolest when my arms and ankles are bared. &nbsp;I have been able to build a rather large hot weather capsule because summer was my major season. I like linen and silk and sometimes nylon. To me, &nbsp;cotton absorbs moisture and feels heavy . &nbsp;I like EF knit pants because I can roll up the legs at least to capri length and they stay put, or roll legs down to full length and they are good for cooler weather.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-l-wore-when-it-was-too-hot-for-clothes#post-2277726 Fri, 19 Aug 2022 22:53:42 +0000 Cardiff girl 2277726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Irina,thank you.l bet the heat is no bar to you looking your usual very stylish self.<br />Chiara,great tips,thank you. </p>