What fabrics are good to wear in summer?
Summer is hot and hot. Choosing the right fabric can not only improve wearing comfort, but also avoid problems such as stuffiness and allergies. Combining the hot topics and consumer discussion hot spots on the Internet in the past 10 days, we have compiled recommendations and comparative analysis of the most popular fabrics in summer to help you easily cope with the heat.
1. Ranking of popular summer fabrics

| Ranking | Fabric name | heat index | Core advantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cotton and linen blend | ★★★★★ | Moisture-absorbent, breathable, natural antibacterial |
| 2 | pure cotton | ★★★★☆ | Skin-friendly, soft and cost-effective |
| 3 | silk | ★★★☆☆ | Cool, smooth, high-end texture |
| 4 | ice silk | ★★★☆☆ | Quick drying, cooling and good elasticity |
| 5 | bamboo fiber | ★★☆☆☆ | Environmentally friendly, degradable, antibacterial and deodorizing |
2. Detailed comparison of the five major fabrics
| fabric type | Breathability | Hygroscopicity | Ease of care | Suitable for the scene |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton and linen blend | Excellent | Quick drying in 30 minutes | Medium (needs anti-wrinkle) | Daily commute/travel |
| pure cotton | good | Absorbs sweat but dries slowly | Easy (easy to shrink) | home/leisure |
| silk | Excellent | Quickly wicks away moisture | Difficulty (requires professional care) | Business/Dating |
| ice silk | Excellent | Moisture absorbing instantly | Simple (machine washable) | Sports/Outdoor |
| bamboo fiber | good | Above average | Moderate (avoid sun exposure) | People with sensitive skin |
3. Precautions when purchasing
1.Look at the weight parameters: In summer, it is recommended to choose light and thin fabrics of 120-160g/m². If it exceeds 180g, it will look heavy.
2.Look for quality inspection signs: High-quality cotton and linen should have OEKO-TEX certification. For silk, it is recommended to choose 6A-grade mulberry silk.
3.Be wary of false propaganda: Recent hot searches revealed that some "ice silk" is actually polyester fiber. Please check the ingredient list when purchasing.
4. Recommendations for dressing scenes
| occasion | Recommended combination | color suggestions |
|---|---|---|
| office | Cotton and linen shirt + ice silk trousers | light gray/off-white/fog blue |
| outdoor sports | Bamboo fiber T-shirt + quick-drying shorts | Fluorescent color/contrast color |
| seaside vacation | Silk dress + straw bag | coral orange/mint green |
5. Consumer feedback
According to nearly 10,000 evaluation data on Xiaohongshu: 83% of users believe that cotton and linen blends are most suitable for weather above 35°C, but are reminded that they may feel itchy when worn for the first time; silk received the highest satisfaction score (4.8/5), but 70% of users complained about troublesome care; ice silk sportswear became a hot item on Douyin, with sales exceeding 200,000 pieces in a single week.
Special reminder: Recently, the National Textile Quality Inspection Center issued an early warning. Spot inspections found that some cheap "ice silk" clothing exceeded the standard of formaldehyde. It is recommended to choose formal channels to purchase.
In summary, summer clothing selection should be given priorityMoisture wickingandUV protectionFunctions can be flexibly matched in different scenes to keep you fresh and show your fashionable taste.
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