During the hottest months of the year, you want to wear the lightest, airiest garments possible. Say, one made from a fabric that wicks away sweat, doesn’t cling, and as a bonus contains UVA and UVB protection.
Does such a fabric exist? Yes, it does! AIRism from Uniqlo, and this chic and easy loose T-shirt dress, which costs just $40 and comes in six colors, from pale yellow and white to black, navy, brown, and royal blue, is made from it.
Now, normally polyester is a complete no-go for me—I won't buy polyester blends as they can't be recycled, and 100% polyester items don't biodegrade and clog up landfills.
But, bear with me here. AIRism is breathable, soft, sweat-wicking, and having tried it myself on a 100-degree day, I can confirm, it feels like wearing next to nothing. It's also worth knowing synthetic fibers protect skin from UVA and UVB rays better than cotton and linen. This combination of factors makes having an AIRism dress, one of the few smart things you can do with a synthetic.
If you struggle in 90-plus degrees, this throw-on dress that is cut loose to a midi-length so as not to cling—and is available from size XXS to size XXL —will solve all of your problems.
