Summer is on its way and we are already feeling the heat thanks to what appears to be one of the warmest Aprils in recent memory if early indications are anything to go by. With the warmer weather comes a complete change in wardrobe, which the ardent fabric lover will relish as an opportunity to try out a few new designs to add to their summer clothes collection. With the heat most definitely on, it is crucial that you choose the right fabrics for your project, so here we aim to look at the top ten materials that are perfect for summer clothing.
It’s an old favourite and has been used to make clothing for practically as long as people have been wearing clothes! Cotton is the first pick on our list and is an obvious choice for any fabric lover. Readily available and completely natural, good cotton will provide plenty of flexibility for any designs that you have in mind while also being light and airy enough to keep you cool when everybody else is roasting.
A range of different cottons are available on the site, many of which come in a wide variety of colours, but why not check out our regular cotton fabric to begin with?
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Following hot on the heels of cotton is linen, which is the fabric of choice for many when warmer weather strikes. It is comfortable and easy to wear because of its light nature, which is great for those days when the sun would otherwise sap all of your energy. Much like cotton it is also very breathable and will keep you feeling refreshed no matter how long the day feels. Better yet it is also easy to wash and dry, making it a very versatile fabric, though bear in mind that linen is often prone to creasing.
Available in a range of colours, linen is great for any summer project. Check out our linen fabric page to find out more.
Man-made and designed to be as light and comfortable as possible, rayon is a great choice for your summer clothing and can be used to make everything from shirts through to dresses. In many cases, especially with the fabrics offered on our site, rayon is blended with other fabrics, such as nylon or polyester, to help ensure those fabrics have a slightly lighter touch and are more suitable for summer clothing as a result.
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While rayon as a standalone is not available on our site, it is used in our Chinese Dragon Brocade fabric, which is perfect for themed clothing.
Perhaps something of a surprising choice, as silk is known to retain heat and also show patches and other unpleasant signs that the sun is getting to be a little too much. However, when loosely woven it can be used to create gorgeously light garments that offer a touch of elegance that outweighs their inherent fragility, while also keeping you cool in the process.
A range of silks are available on our website, with our China Pure Silk Habotai offering an excellent example of a lightweight material.
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Sheer fabrics are always a great choice for the summer and chiffon can be used in so many different ways to offer a splash of elegance while ensuring the heat doesn’t overwhelm the wearer. Ideal for dresses, particularly bridal wear, it is also perfect for use in the creation of nightgowns and other evening wear to help with those uncomfortable summer nights.
Our chiffon is available in a number of different colours and styles, so it is a good idea to browse the site to find the one that’s right for you. However, our Chiffon Wide fabric is always a good starting point.
While not a great choice for lounging around in during the summer, especially with the likes of cotton and linen offering superior alternatives, polyester is an excellent wicking material that can be used to draw sweat away from the body and allow it to evaporate much more quickly. When blended with something like rayon it makes an effective choice for athletic wear.
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We currently have mixed polyester fabrics available on clearance, though it is likely best to find a polyester-blend fabric for summer clothing.
Often blended with cotton to make a rugged yet lightweight material, jersey is an excellent choice for summer clothing as it won’t weigh the wearer down and is also extremely flexible. This means it can be worked into most designs in addition to offering excellent levels of comfort. Frankly, that’s everything you need for summer loungewear.
For those who can’t go without their jeans no matter what the weather, chambray makes an excellent alternative to traditional denim and is light enough that it can be used for summer clothing. It is excellent for shirt dresses and will allow you to add a little bit of variety to your summer wardrobe.
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Ideal for the sporty types, seersucker lycra gives you all of the flexibility you would expect from a fabric that has the word “lycra” in the title while also offering an increased level of breathability and lightness thanks to the seersucker material. Excellent for gym wear and also ideal for those who want to give making their own bicycle shorts a bash, though it isn’t a good choice for simply lounging around in the heat.
Though currently unavailable through our online store, we still feel that Lyocell deserves a mention as it is one of the most unique summer fabrics around. Made using sustainable wood pulp, the fabric is amazingly soft, especially when considering the source material, and is a great choice for those who like to go green in everything that they do. It is also an excellent wicking fabric, much like polyester.
So there you have it! Ten fabrics that will ensure that you stay cool as the weather gets warmer. With these materials you can add to your summer wardrobe while also staying comfortable whether you’re enjoying the sun at home or living it up on holiday.Recommendations are independently chosen by 's editors. Purchases made through the links below may earn us and our publishing partners a commission. Prices were accurate at the time this article was published but may change over time.
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Staying cool during the warm days of spring or the dog days of summer is tough—but it’s not impossible. It starts with knowing the right fabrics to wear. While cotton is one of the most popular clothing materials, it’s not the most comfortable when you’re sweaty because it absorbs rather than wicks moisture. There are plenty of lighter, airier fabrics that can keep you cool on even the hottest of days.
Hemp is a solid alternative to cotton when it’s hot outside. Grown from the Cannabis sativa plant, from which its stalks are spun into usable fiber for textiles, hemp is more breathable and lightweight and is softer on the skin than cotton. It will even continue to soften over time, due to its unique fibers that naturally reveal a new surface after each wash.
Hemp is also more durable than cotton. Its fibers hold up better over time and can last two or three times longer than a typical cotton T-shirt—hemp can last up to 30 years, compared to cotton's 10. Hemp doesn’t absorb moisture and is naturally resistant to mold, mildew, and microbes, so it won’t trap in sweat or odors.
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You can find hemp-made basics, like a hemp T-shirt or chino shorts, at a plethora of retailers. Hemp-made shoes are also growing in popularity, with many ethical and sustainable footwear brands choosing to use hemp instead of cotton for production. Compared to cotton, hemp produces 250% more fiber for textile use and 600% more fiber than flax on the same amount of land.
Derived from fibers of the flax plant, linen is an absorbent textile that’s quick-drying, breathable, and tough—a potent cocktail of comfort on those hot and humid days. Linen fiber can’t retain air or heat, so it will keep you from overheating in warmer conditions. Linen is also very absorbent—it can hold up to 20% of its weight in moisture—so it’s ideal for anyone who sweats a lot. (Fret not, however, as any moisture absorbed by the fabric will dry quickly.)
Linen’s natural color—which depends entirely on its growing conditions—ranges between shades of oatmeal, grey, and taupe. If it’s left undyed, linen is completely biodegradable—it can take as little as two weeks to begin decomposing when buried in soil. That’s incredible compared to synthetic materials such as polyester, spandex, or nylon, which can take 20 to 200 years, or even cotton, which can take one to five months.
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One downside: Linen is notorious for wrinkling easily. To combat this, look for linen blends (45% linen, 65% cotton, for example), or keep a portable steamer on hand for on-the-go de-wrinkling. To try out the fabric for yourself, opt for classic linen pants or a linen camp collar shirt for a casual looseness that looks great in the sunshine.
While technically cotton, seersucker is a lightweight fabric popular in warmer temps. It's defined by its puckered appearance, which is created in the weaving
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