After approximately two consecutive years of receiving a lot of rain, most of Indonesia is currently experiencing a long dry season. In October 2023, the highest temperature could reach 42 degrees Celsius, which feels like 44 degrees.
According to estimates, the rainy season this time will not arrive until early November. For now, rain only comes occasionally, but it is not evenly distributed throughout Indonesia.
With sweltering hot weather conditions, it is not surprising that we sweat more easily and therefore get body odor easily. Therefore, the choice of clothes worn can influence the comfort of daily activities. So that you don’t make the wrong choice, take a look at the following list of the coolest and most hot fabrics to wear during hot weather.
The Best Fabric for Hot Weather
Fabric for hot weather/ Photo: cottonink.co.id
In the hot weather of the dry season, it is best to wear clothes made from cotton, linen or jersey.
Cotton
Cotton Fabric Shirt/ Photo: cottonink.co.id
Cotton fabric can absorb sweat so it is suitable for those of us who live in tropical areas. Starting from blouses, shirts, dresses, trousers, everything made from cotton is comfortable to wear day or night.
Linen
Linen Fabric Clothes/ Photo: instagram.com/allthebeautifulthingsblog
The existence of linen fabric is now starting to become widespread in Indonesia. Apart from being great for bed sheets, linen is also the best choice for summer clothes. Whether you want to wear it as a crop top, dress, coat or culottes, the material is cool and has a vintage feel.
Jersey
Jersey Dress/ Photo: instagram.com/parttwo
Many Muslim dresses in Indonesia are made from jersey. This type of fabric really feels breezy in hot weather. Not to mention the material is drapey and flexible, this makes it easier for us to move.
Chambray
Chambray Dress/ Photo: instagram.com/mrssimplylovely
The weather is blazing hot but want to wear denim? You can choose chambray which has a lighter fabric. Chambray is basically linen-finished gingham with a slightly mottled texture.
Seersucker
Seersucker Pants/ Photo: instagram.com/pinkorangecreative
Seersucker is still in the same family as cotton fabric. This fabric is thin and wrinkled and very light to wear. Usually popular for garden party outfits, seersucker is also comfortable to wear in the summer.
Fabric material that is not friendly to hot weather
Fabric is not hot weather friendly/ Photo: instagram.com/diamondlady.in
Meanwhile, save clothes made from nylon, polyester or acrylic for once the dry season arrives because the material feels hot.
Nylon
Nylon Shirt/ Photo: instagram.com/tgsd_tokyo
Nylon is a fully synthetic material, which is not breathable so it gets dirty easily and feels stuffy when worn. This fabric is designed to repel water, so its absorbency level is low and traps heat or sweat on the skin.
Polyester
Polyester Shirt/ Photo: instagram.com/areumwardrobe
Clothes made from polyester are suitable for long trips because they are wrinkle-resistant. However, this type of fabric is not ideal for hot weather because it is moisture resistant.
Acrylic
Sweater Vest Acrylic/ Foto: instagram.com/areumwardrobe
Just like nylon, acrylic is also not a natural fabric. The material is hot and rough. Apart from dresses and tops, acrylic is also often found in knitting yarn mixtures that are then made into cardigans, sweaters and other knitted clothes.
Vinyl
Rok Vinyl/ Photo: instagram.com/lecoledesfemmes
The wet and slippery appearance of vinyl can only be used at certain times. What is clear is that clothes made from this material are not suitable for use in summer. The material is waterproof and includes synthetic fabric.
Fleece
Fleece shirt/ Photo: instagram.com/urbanjunglealgeria
In winter, clothes made from fleece can keep the body warm. However, this wool type fabric is not the best choice for summer. Fleece is essentially a derivative of polyester, so it can trap moisture and reduce natural ventilation.
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