Clothes To Wear In Hot Humid Weather

Fashion
July 16, 2024

We love summer! Sunny days always seem to elevate our mood. If you like summer sports like golf and pickleball or maybe like to walk the summer season makes enjoying these sports more enjoyable. Who likes to golf when its cold out!!!? The summer is also a perfect time for travel and other exciting adventures.

Summer is great but it also comes with another problem at times. Hot and humid weather! This type of weather can make you uncomfortable, sweaty and quite frankly miserable! A bad hair day everyday!!!

Finding the right clothes that can help you stay cool and at the same time stylish can be tricky. This can be a problem even in the Midwest on certain days throughout the summer. Today we are sharing a round up of some outfits that can keep you cool but yet stylish even on the hottest days of the summer.

How To Dress in Hot Humid Weather

Tip # 1

Wear light clothing….not dark clothing

Try to dress in light colors like white, beige, light grays and blues. Light colors such as pinks, greens and violet will also work. Black has always been one of our favorite colors but you may want to keep it at a minimum.

Tip # 2

Wear loose fitting clothing

Loose clothing like dresses and skirts are a good choice when dressing in the morning. Loose clothing will allow the air to flow rather than tight and restrictive clothing. Restrictive clothing will not allow the skin to breathe which it needs to do to keep you cool.

Tip # 3

Layering is helpful especially if you work in an air conditioned environment

Val always kept a couple neutral wraps and sweaters in her office when employed professionally. The air conditioning was brutal. If you have the same issue this is a good idea as you will be happy you did. Light layers such as a well fitting shell under a blazer or a cardigan sweater over a tank top or sleeveless top. A cardigan over a sundress or a sleeveless top and skirt is another example.

Tip # 4

Try to dress in natural fibers

Natural fibers such as linen, cotton, chambray and rayon are the best. Breathable, lightweight fabrics are another positive choice to staying cool this summer.

Tip # 5

Going sleeveless or short sleeves will help with the heat

This goes without saying as you can always throw on a very lightweight jacket, cotton sweater or cardigan if you are unhappy with your arms. A sleeveless dress with a jacket is always a great look.

What Clothes To Wear In Hot Humid Weather

Athleta Essential Tee Dress

When it is hot and humid outside this tee dress would be ideal. It is made of a lightweight Supima cotton that will breathe and not be clingy. It fits true to size and comes in sizes XXS to XL. It is a simple, clean lined tee dress but when it is super hot out you will appreciate this. The Essential Tee Dress comes in four colors and can be styled with tennies, sandals or espadrilles. We think this dress would look great with your favorite baseball hat.

Rails Edie Dress

The Rails Edie Dress would be another dress that would work on one of those hot, humid days this summer. It is 100% cotton which allows for breathability. We love the tie waist which adds so much style to this dress. Pair this dress with tennis shoes, sandals or espadrilles and you will be all ready to go! Protect your skin and wera a wide brimmed hat too.

Me + Em Broderie Dress

This dress is so pretty and feminine and will keep you cool. The fabric is a double gauze cotton. It has pockets!! We are true fans of pockets in dresses. The Broderie Dress has a swing silhouette which will allow for more breathability. It comes with an optional belt which you may choose to not utilize on a hot and humid day. This dress comes in size 2 to 14 also. Pair with a pretty wedge sandal when going to lunch with friends.

Cabana Life San Sebastian Tunic Dress

This dress is sleeveless which helps when the temperatures get up in the 90’s. The San Sebastian Dress has 50+UPF sun protection and actually blocks 98% of UVA + UVB rays. It is wrinkle resistant so it is the perfect dress to add to your bag when going on your next beach vacation. If blue is not a color you prefer you can order this dress in a variety of other colors and prints. The tunic dress is available in sizes XS to 3X which is another benefit! This dress we would pair with a flat sandal. Check out a post we wrote a few years ago featuring “Cabana Life Dresses-Unique Sun Protection”

Finley Miller Dress

The little puff sleeve with the smocked cuff adds so much style to this shirtdress. White is a great color to wear when it is hot out and an added benefit is the dress is 100% cotton. The Finley Miller Dress comes in many colors and prints too if white is not your favorite! Available in size XXS to X Large this dress would look wonderful on any body type. We think this dress would be pretty paired with white tennis shoes or sandals.

Vince Cotton Wrap Dress

Bev owns this Vince Dress and loves it. She is wearing a size M and she paired it with a pretty, chunky necklace and neutral flats. Unfortunately the dress is no longer available in this color but it is in a light Heather Gray. Best news….it is on sale too! We think this dress can be worn in the fall with a moto jacket, blazer or jean jacket for added versatility.

Frank & Eileen Mary Dress

Linen will keep you cool and comfy when things start heating up and this light and airy linen dress in this beautiful mint shade checks all the boxes. It is 100% linen which will keep you cool on those hot and humid days. The Mary Dress comes in so many beautiful colors it is hard to pick!

Banana Republic Pull On Linen Pant

Linen is a good fabric to wear when things get muggy! These pants are so stylish and chic. We see them paired with a tank top or a sleeveless top tied at the waist. A pair of flat sandals will keep you cool. Don’t forget a cute summer purse. Check out “10 Cute Summer Purses-Elevate Your Look” to see some beautiful bags.

Farm Rio Dress

You could wear this dress out to dinner and look so put together and summery! The Farm Rio dress is 100% cotton and the colors are so pretty. Paired with your favorite espadrilles and a pretty bag and statement earring you will be ready to go. A pretty summer scent will complete your look. Read about some of our favorites here.

Beyond Yoga Dress

We are always looking for an easy summer dress and this one fits the bill! The vibrant coral color we were sold on right away. It has pockets too! Yea! Four way stretch, lightweight and moisture wicking material makes this a dress that you could comfortably wear on a hot summer day. So casual you could run errands in it and not get too overheated. It comes in various colors too.

Hopefully the heat isn’t too bad where you live. We have definitely had our warm days here in the Midwest but if you have the right outfits you can look cool and comfy.

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