I’m a fashion expert – the best fabrics to wear to keep cool during a heatwave
IT'S officially heatwave season and, while your AC may be working on overdrive, it's increasingly hard to stay cool while out and about.
Luckily there are some ways to beat the heat, and your clothing choice is one of them.
Caitlyn Parish, a fashion designer and Chief Digital Officer at , shared the fabrics that will ensure you don't overheat this summer exclusively with The US Sun.
SILK
"Silk has a natural protein structure. It creates easy ventilation and has the ability to no matter the climate," said Parish.
So, if you're going for a more sophisticated look but want to keep the heat at bay, silk is the perfect go-to.
LINEN
A strong quality yet lightweight fabric, linen is the perfect pick for the blazing summer season.
"Known to be , linen's breathability and durability clearly explain why it's been around this long," Parish stated.
"It's also the best substitute for cotton and incredibly easy to clean."
SHEER
Sheer fabric is one of the most popular fabrics because of its broad options for design, according to the fashion designer.
It also doesn't stick to the skin despite its close ties to
cotton, and will keep you cool on the hottest of days.
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Parish said of the lightweight fabric: "Sheer fabric is also believed by Indians to and sophistication, which explains its popularity in summer."
If you're all set on clothes and looking for more ways to stay cool during a heatwave, a laundry expert has revealed a simple solution.
Deyan Dimitrov, founder of Laundryheap, said that hanging cold, wet towels up at entry points around the house can be a foolproof way to cool down your abode.
"The method allows trapped water to evaporate from the surface of the towels and cool the air flowing around your house," he said.
"Since this hack can be fashioned out of existing household items, it’s a cheap and useful alternative for houses that don’t have access to air conditioning."
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To try out the method, simply dip the towels in cold water, squeeze out the excess and hang them up.
Put them at points where fresh air comes in from the outside – such as near doorways or open windows.