and one advice which might not be obvious - dressing in thin loose long-sleeved lightly coloured clothes is often better for summer comfort than shorts and a crop top. When experiencing extreme temperatures, look what do people living in parts of the world with such weather wear - it is rearly minimalistic clothing. Shade and coverage is vital, even the best sunscream is no miracle and very few people use it correctly. Personaly I fell in love with linen clothing, altough it wrinkles the best thing is linen does not smell - even after being soaked in sweat after a whole day you can let it dry in the breeze and it is good as new for another day (it has its limits tho :D)
I thinkmyou are right. I bought my first long-sleeved 100% linen shirt this summer. I had my doubts about its usefulness and I'm amazed by how many times I've put It on. It never is on the hanger.
Am I the only person who finds linen hot? When I was moving to a very hot, humid place I purchased many pieces of linen and linen cotton fabric but found that it made me feel hotter. I also found if my arms and legs weren’t completely covered I felt quite a bit cooler.
SIESTA is the key to survival. As the heat is getting worse all over the globe, we have to adapt our daily rhythms using the good old Spanish custom of Siesta. Sleeping or napping for one or two hours in the early afternoon with closed blinds or curtains, what a pleasure! (And for those "but for work" voices: Work starts at 5 p.m. again, look to the Spanish, they 😊 thrive.
One million subscribers!! Not sure since when, but congratulations! I started watching way back when you had a lot fewer and I thought: "This lovely creator deserves to have a million subscribers" and now you do!! ❤ P.S. I live in Anchorage, Alaska, and we have had one of the coldest, rainiest, windiest summers on record. I sure wish I could share a bit of our cold air!
I agree. We moved from New England to Atlanta, GA, in the US. While I have acclimatized to some degree, loose fitting, breathable, and almost exclusively machine washable, is preferred. I have also extended my scarf and wrap collection because of the air conditioning. The best, unexepectedly useful, purchase has been an inexpensive, UPF 50 scarf/ wrap. It doesn't wrinkle, tucks in a bag, Is dense enough to keep me warm as a scarf/ shawl/ blanket on flights, and if I'm out in the sun more than expected; it protects me from burns. Hang in there, fall is coming!
Actually, most scarves work well as sun-protection, just draped over the arms/shoulders - they are loose, and let air flow -also help to keep the bugs away. I used that instead of sunscreen in Africa for 3 years, until I got vitamin-D deficient because cheap scarves are so good at blocking the sun! You can pay extra for the spf if you want, but I like having a variety of colors and styles.
Here in Northern Australia, near the Equator line, it’s that temperature almost year round. Agreed, linen, cotton, I also love Viscose, are my staples… and my partner prefers polyester activewear shirts because they’re moisture wicking, and linen or cotton shirts for work and evening wear. Maxi dresses, with splits that allow the air to flow around legs, are my go to - and yes - hugging the shade!
Here in California I wear a djellaba or caftan, especially one with a hood for the sun, on hot, dry summer days. The slight breeze created by the fabric moving across the skin is incredibly cooling--especially with a spritz of rosewater.
I have a handful of boxy tops I made out of cotton double gauze that are super comfortable in the heat, and a set (tank and shorts) out of cotton seersucker that are also my go-to outfit for the very hottest days.
Thank you very much. Another thing one can do with a cotton scarf - make it wet and put on your neck - helps to cool down when there's no air conditioning available
Thankyou Justine. As always your videos are very topical and informative. In Mumbai where i live. sweltering summers are normal. Sartorially speaking putting together " sunday best clothes" for Lenten and Easter church services are always a challenge. We do have a lot of options in indian ethnic and western style wear in linen cotton and silk. But then you have to balance comfort and modesty and looking good too!! So anything short and sheer is super comfy but not considered appropriate for church. What i found useful was your info on tencel/ lyocell fabric. In Mumbai at the moment we're in the middle of the monsoon season . So we alternate between heavy rains and sunny but extremely humid spells. So tencel/ lyocell sounds like a good alternative fabric to natural fabrics. Hopefully i will find some in clothing styles that i like
Soak a large cotton square in cold water, wring out and tie loosely round neck. Repeat when it dries out.will not look anymore noticeable than a bandana..And if it suits you ( re age, image etc) can be used as a headband and keep you super cool.
My additional tip - if you wear linen or other very breathable fabric, don't be afraid of wearing long sleeves or pants, if those are in a light colour. It's counter-intuitive, but fabric will reflect heat better than your skin. It's also a good tip for people with hardcore AC in the office.
Thanks! I appreciate that you named different kinds of weaving techniques. Chiffon, georgette, seersucker, batiste. I always learn something new about clothes when I check in here.
I live in Queensland Australia our summers are hot high humidity can be unbearable so glad you did this video. I Drink so much water. Have a great week xx
I love long sleeves for extreme heat. I use loser linen shirts or dresses with long sleeves and loser skirts. That allows me to apply sunscreen on only exposed areas like my face and back of the hands or feet and I don't sweat so much.
These are wonderful suggestions. I love full maxi dresses in the summer - I find them cooler than shorter cuts, even though the fabric covers more. I personally prefer cuts that cover my chest and shoulders, because I have pale skin, and even with sun cream, these areas are so sensitive to the sun, but those with a darker complexion might do fine with less coverage on the top.
I know Justine isn't a fan of ironing, but I am. One thing to know if you're ironing a new lyocell piece is that you have to run each piece through the temperature gamut, cold to hot, to determine how much heat the garment, not the fabric, needs. Each lyocell garment needs the amount of heat that the fabric it has been 'engineered' to mimic needs, and lyocell can mimic many fabric types. If you're a steamer instead, does this hold true? I'm curious.
Although I bought several pieces for warm weather in shops, my favorits for extremly hot weather are sewn by myself because I couldnt´t find what I wanted in shops: Sleeveless, dresses in midi or maxi-length, loose fit, mostly in A-line in bright colours, some also with prints. The first exemplary I created looked terrible on me as it was too loose. I wear it when painting and noone can see me. But the next examplaries came out better. I learned to make variations. I found out which modifications I needed, so that they practical for wearing in the garden, and which style is better for going out. For the late evening I sometimes take a sweater made from french terry with me. Shoes: Of course sandals are great in the heat but for longer walks, sneaker-like shoes made from breathable materials or leather might be better. In any case the color of the shoes shouldn´t be dark because this might feel like burning even though the material is breathable ( I learned this by experience).
I have a 100% silk, sleeveless top that is loose fitting. It is a crushed silk look. It does not show sweat. Also, I have a cotton camp short sleeve (button-up) and a synthetic sleeveless sport shirt. Both have 'invisible" holes in them. The cotton is stitched in, the synthetic is like it's 'stamped' in the material. They are not see-through. VERY cooling material. A slight breeze goes right through them. Hope this helps. Best!😊
while I get people that wear the sneakers - when you sight-see, you walk a loooot - what I would like to hint about the "barest feet", is - to buy sandals that are actually comfortable. i have ones that have a suitable shape for me, don't mind getting wet (so I also use them in summer rains or if I want to dip my feet in water) and I can walk kilometers in them, even on cobblestone.
Missed you! I do the layer off/on, it's heat wave in Balkan, it's the way to survive..and wear your favourite peaces longer..and hide your tummy easier 😂❤
Congratulations on a MILLION subscribers, dear Justine! I love large long clothing out of linen, cotton, lyocell and viscose in summer and also a hat, sunglasses and a scarf. Birkenstock sandals on my feet. Pretty much all covered up, but very light and airy. Climate change made summers in Austria go from 27°C for a few days to 37°C for weeks within the past 30 years. Heat protection is essential.
I'm native to South Carolina USA where the climate is hot and humid in summers (~32C) to Texas where it's hotter (~41C) and much drier all year round. It's a tough transition and I miss the humidity despite everyone telling me it feels cooler when it's drier (no, no it does not).
I know what you mean. In SC I never have to leave my car door open because the car is too hot to even think about getting into, but that was a thing in TX. Even though it is not as hot, I still don’t know why most people in SC don’t use sunshades for their windshields. There are some nice rivers in TX if you like to kayak and a few parks with clear streams that you can lie around in. They are not the Saluda, but they do the trick. Best of luck getting through August and September.
Congrats on 1 million subs, well deserved!! Your videos have helped me so much in figuring out my own personal style and general fashion tips. I really appreciate your knowledge so thank you 😊
Thanks Justine, just a note on water consumption. Actually, there is such a think of drinking "too much" water. If you drink liters of water without any sodium (salt), you'll pee all the water you drink and it won't enter your cells, they'll still be depleted and thirsty. That's because your cells need electrolytes to absorb the water. P.S. The dorctors won't tell you that you're drinking too much water because the signs of depleted, non-functioning cells can result in different kinds of ailments.
Great advice which is well presented, as usual. In extreme weather I opt for short sleeved loose linen tops. The short sleeves protect from overhead sun but still allow airflow around the arms and armpits. Congratulations on your million!
I got one question: Am I the only one who starts sweating even more when there is no fabric between my skin? Like for example between the thighs with pants or the armpit with a shirt. I can never wear dresses with no sleeves due to that.
I miss your more frequent uploads - but I hope you are enjoying the change in your work balance. :) When you're planning future videos, I would love one about what has been inspiring you this year....
I am a big fan of wide legged, and a little over the ankle length culottes they provide a nice “tunnel effect” ventilation while also protecting your skin. They can be styled in so many ways from relaxed to formal - it’s all about finding the right type of fabric.
I have some hemp/cotton blend clothes from a local Etsy shop in Canada (Sylph Eco Wear) and they are THE BEST clothes I have ever worn for summer. That and light linen/cotton clothing... Amazing :) Thank you, this was very helpful!
Justine, please give advice on where to buy a decent French styletote / market basket. Please tell us: what it should be beat made of: straw, palm leaves etc. And should it be lined or not?
I just visited Lyon 2 weeks ago. It was nice but wow, the heat kicked my butt. I did wear a lot of cotton and linen but also used cooling cloths and a personal fan. I totally recommended using that!!
la migliore soluzione per me al momento sono gli abiti a camicia in viscosa o lino. Con colletto e maniche corte o spalle larghe senza maniche. Mi riparano dal sole (la mia pelle non può sopportare i raggi uv), restano super freschi sulla pelle, se sudo si asciugano subito e non hanno mai un cattivo odore. Li adoro
Me watching from the UAE, where a lot of women wear head to toe black😂. Trust me, there is a point where no matter what you wear, you will be HOT. The best thing you can do is stay indoors, turn the airco to Siberia and wait for October😃
Those women didn't choose to wear dark colors in the summer heat. The light colors are for men and the dark colors are for women in some countries, that is the law or custom. That law or custom was made especially to sabotage women being outside the home. In countries where that law or custom is not enforced, you will see mostly light colored burkas, hijabs, decent AND safe to wear during the heat.
@megumim6795 perhaps indoors or in the shade. But in the sun, absolutely not. You can put two pieces of the same material, one white and one black, in the sun. Place an ice cube on each. The black will melt the ice cube twice as fast because it absorbs the heat. Elementary school project here in the American Desert Southwest.
@@lalywindland5764I have lived here for 15 years I know the customs. Nothing to do with sabotage. And light colours are not going to make any difference in this heat. Hot is hot.
Thank you so much for this information. In 2012 i mived from a nice mild climate to a hot climate and was desperate to figure out how to dress comfortably, especially for work. There wasn't much on the Internet, especially for plus size . I have since figured it out and I still appreciate more ideas. I especially like the shoes ideas and I am looking to add a " summer scarf " thanks.
And Modal....its like lyocell but does not wrinkle , its amazing.......but i love linen 😍 or some linen/viscose mix these materials are a must in summer🥰
I struggle with summer footwear. Sandals usually aren't stable enough for my ankles, the soles are too thin and not flexible, heels are too low or too high. I tend to sweat no matter the material, but as soon as I enter a building, my toes freeze off. I hate summer. What to do about skin irritated by too much sweat? Sometimes the skin on my neck and chest burns of sweat salt. How to protect myself?
I live in japan where temperatures go up to 35 degrees celcius and humidity is crazy. But wearing skimpy clothing is not seen as respectable unless at the beach. People here cover up in cool loose fabrics. I like this better because you avoid getting sunburnt and suntanned, your arms and legs don't stick to desks and seats etc, your skin doesn't stick to that of others in crowded spaces, and also covering up stops you from getting mosquito bites. Really whatever you wear when its over 30 degrees doesnt really change how hot it feels.
Merci, Justine! I've read some of the comments about sun protection and find them very helpful. As a very pale redhead I need clothing that covers the skin completely and find that in my area of Canada it's almost impossible to find natural fabrics and loose clothing. (I've long thought there was only one buyer for all clothing retailers in this country given that every store carries identical merchandise!). Thanks for everyone else making comments for the fantastic finds. I've got to locate that SPF scarf!
@@maryokeefe5351 It is possible. I'm a bit confused as to sizing though as I've gone through significant health challenges and don't recognize my own body at this time.
Great recommendations, but there's definitely such a thing as "drinking too much water". People collapse during marathons because of over-hydration, not because of a lack of water. Medical professionals and sports scientists nowadays recommend drinking to thirst.
Can you please suggest brands of underwear for hot weather? Also, the coolest fabric I have ever worn is an open-weave cotton made in Turkey. Far cooler than any knitted cotton, which retains moisture, and even cooler than linen. Not sure of the type of weave, but it is amazing.
I just can't understand the air-conditioning at such low temperatures. We have it around 26° at home. It helps with Madrid's hot temperatures without making a whole artificial cold climate and bankrupting us into poverty because of the electric bills
Wonderful advice! However, I have heard contradictory information on silk. I thought it kept you warm in a lightw2ight way (ex. silk long underwear in the winter to wear under trousers) Is it the type of weave that makes it more comfortable in summer? ❤
Lovely to see another video from you, Justine! This is unrelated to the video topic, but would you recommend any particular brand for good-quality socks? The ones I had (white crew-neck socks from Fruit of the Loom) have slowly all disappeared or worn down. I would like to buy some more that will not get holes within 6 months, as most modern socks are wont to do.
I have a question. Workout wear and athletic wear often are described as breathable and moisture wicking but are almost always made from polyester? I thought polyester was never breathable?
Thank you for the great video. It’s 3 short degrees from the Gates of Hell here in the American South right now. (Actually a bit of a reprieve today, but don’t ever trust it!)
Any sports brand will have items made from this fabric. My husband has polos like that from Under Armour, Nike etc. You are basically looking for performance fabric, which is usually a polyester blend of some kind, often with mesh panels
@@Trenchant468 Agree, it is confusing, but these fabrics really do work. They were originally developed for competing athletes, so breathability and wicking moisture were paramount
We are travelling to Greece and turkey in a couple of weeks and I am concerned about what to wear in the heat versus what to wear for coverage in religious buildings. It’s hard to find a balance between the two.
Bring a large, very lightweight, loose-weave scarf with you in cotton or viscose. You can buy ones the size of a beach towel but they are so light they fold up to the size of a facecloth. Then linen trousers and a flimsier top - the scarf can then wrap around your shoulders and arms (and head, if that is required). Good for protecting your shoulders from the sun if the only table at the cafe isn't shaded, too! (Also great for spreading on a hard chair to sit on if you're in shorts or a skirt - no sticky sweaty thighs.)
Loose breathable fabric keeps you cooler than no fabric. It shields you from the hot hot sun and creates breeze as it moves around you. So the two don't actually go against each other.
Normal, decent clothes is enough when visiting religious buildings in Greece, for example a knee length dress that doesn't expose too much of your chest and shoulder area. Going to mosques in Turkey I think you are required to cover your legs and shoulders.
I think tourists wear sneakers even in hot climate because they are comfy for walking the whole day. For that I ve chosen a light but nice pair of sneakers😊. i don't like comfy sandals😅
I wear long clothes made of cotton lawn, mid weight linen and hemp. Silver Birkenstocks, a very large straw hat. And I sleep on a bamboo mat with a bamboo pillow and a linen sheet, I always sleep with the windows opened and I loathe sweating on mattresses and pillows, so disgusting !
How do you recommend getting SPF stained light coloured clothing to look nice again? I’ve ruined A LOT thanks to SPF and I know it’s the property that protects us that stains the clothes so it can’t be avoided. But how to clean???
At the beginning of summer I was desperately searching for everyday black sandals. In the end I just found (not so cheap) VEGAN leather sandals. Aka plastic. They are sooo bad. 😢 I will wear them as long as they don't break. That won't take so long as plastic shoes don't last... even if they were expensive. Hopefully, black sandals will be back in "trend" next year. They were so out of trend this year that our shoe store didn't sell them at all. 😮
Thank you for the tips, especially as the whole world seems to get hotter and hotter now 😰 Finding a pair of sandals (in vegan leather) that don't rub my bare skin to blisters has been absolutely essential to me 😅 so much so that after my favourite pair wore out completely I repurchased the exact same pair haha. Also having a lightweight cardigan of some kind is not just good for AC buildings, it's also great for extra sun protection. For someone with fair freckled skin like me, having bare shoulders is just no longer comfortable in summer. Even with spf reapplied every 2 hours, sometimes I can just feel my skin overheating and wanting to burn if I'm in the sun for too long 😅
and one advice which might not be obvious - dressing in thin loose long-sleeved lightly coloured clothes is often better for summer comfort than shorts and a crop top. When experiencing extreme temperatures, look what do people living in parts of the world with such weather wear - it is rearly minimalistic clothing. Shade and coverage is vital, even the best sunscream is no miracle and very few people use it correctly. Personaly I fell in love with linen clothing, altough it wrinkles the best thing is linen does not smell - even after being soaked in sweat after a whole day you can let it dry in the breeze and it is good as new for another day (it has its limits tho :D)
Cotton is good as well
Coming from a country where even during autumn it's still rather hot 😂
I totally agree. Loose flowing clothes in natural fibres are invaluable.
I thinkmyou are right. I bought my first long-sleeved 100% linen shirt this summer. I had my doubts about its usefulness and I'm amazed by how many times I've put It on. It never is on the hanger.
I love linen too!!
Am I the only person who finds linen hot? When I was moving to a very hot, humid place I purchased many pieces of linen and linen cotton fabric but found that it made me feel hotter. I also found if my arms and legs weren’t completely covered I felt quite a bit cooler.
SIESTA is the key to survival. As the heat is getting worse all over the globe, we have to adapt our daily rhythms using the good old Spanish custom of Siesta. Sleeping or napping for one or two hours in the early afternoon with closed blinds or curtains, what a pleasure! (And for those "but for work" voices: Work starts at 5 p.m. again, look to the Spanish, they 😊 thrive.
One million subscribers!! Not sure since when, but congratulations! I started watching way back when you had a lot fewer and I thought: "This lovely creator deserves to have a million subscribers" and now you do!! ❤ P.S. I live in Anchorage, Alaska, and we have had one of the coldest, rainiest, windiest summers on record. I sure wish I could share a bit of our cold air!
I agree. We moved from New England to Atlanta, GA, in the US. While I have acclimatized to some degree, loose fitting, breathable, and almost exclusively machine washable, is preferred. I have also extended my scarf and wrap collection because of the air conditioning. The best, unexepectedly useful, purchase has been an inexpensive, UPF 50 scarf/ wrap. It doesn't wrinkle, tucks in a bag, Is dense enough to keep me warm as a scarf/ shawl/ blanket on flights, and if I'm out in the sun more than expected; it protects me from burns. Hang in there, fall is coming!
Where did you get such scarf?
I’d like to know where you got your scarf too, please
Actually, most scarves work well as sun-protection, just draped over the arms/shoulders - they are loose, and let air flow -also help to keep the bugs away. I used that instead of sunscreen in Africa for 3 years, until I got vitamin-D deficient because cheap scarves are so good at blocking the sun! You can pay extra for the spf if you want, but I like having a variety of colors and styles.
I'm a native Atlantan who lived in NJ for 20 years. I never got used to the COLD and couldn't wait to get back to the glorious heat of Atlanta!
I live in linen trousers and Birkenstocks here in Portugal
Works for me, too, in California 🎉
Same here in Croatia 🇭🇷...linen dresses too
Here in Northern Australia, near the Equator line, it’s that temperature almost year round. Agreed, linen, cotton, I also love Viscose, are my staples… and my partner prefers polyester activewear shirts because they’re moisture wicking, and linen or cotton shirts for work and evening wear. Maxi dresses, with splits that allow the air to flow around legs, are my go to - and yes - hugging the shade!
Here in California I wear a djellaba or caftan, especially one with a hood for the sun, on hot, dry summer days. The slight breeze created by the fabric moving across the skin is incredibly cooling--especially with a spritz of rosewater.
Is rose water a spray for the skin?
I have a handful of boxy tops I made out of cotton double gauze that are super comfortable in the heat, and a set (tank and shorts) out of cotton seersucker that are also my go-to outfit for the very hottest days.
ramie, cupro, jute and bamboo are also great summer fabrics
Good suggestions.
Ramie and bamboo are also so soft to the touch, and fluid when used for a jersey knit. I love flowy tops and skirts in bamboo or ramie knit
We wear bamboo socks. They stay so soft and are very breathable!
Thank you very much. Another thing one can do with a cotton scarf - make it wet and put on your neck - helps to cool down when there's no air conditioning available
Thankyou Justine. As always your videos are very topical and informative. In Mumbai where i live. sweltering summers are normal. Sartorially speaking putting together
" sunday best clothes" for Lenten and Easter church services are always a challenge. We do have a lot of options in indian ethnic and western style wear in linen cotton and silk. But then you have to balance comfort and modesty and looking good too!! So anything short and sheer is super comfy but not considered appropriate for church.
What i found useful was your info on tencel/ lyocell fabric. In Mumbai at the moment we're in the middle of the monsoon season . So we alternate between heavy rains and sunny but extremely humid spells. So tencel/ lyocell sounds like a good alternative fabric to natural fabrics. Hopefully i will find some in clothing styles that i like
Great suggestion
Soak a large cotton square in cold water, wring out and tie loosely round neck. Repeat when it dries out.will not look anymore noticeable than a bandana..And if it suits you ( re age, image etc) can be used as a headband and keep you super cool.
My additional tip - if you wear linen or other very breathable fabric, don't be afraid of wearing long sleeves or pants, if those are in a light colour. It's counter-intuitive, but fabric will reflect heat better than your skin. It's also a good tip for people with hardcore AC in the office.
Your fan from Far West TX sending gratitude for surviving heat in style!
Thanks! I appreciate that you named different kinds of weaving techniques. Chiffon, georgette, seersucker, batiste. I always learn something new about clothes when I check in here.
I live in Queensland Australia our summers are hot high humidity can be unbearable so glad you did this video. I Drink so much water. Have a great week xx
As a rain-loving english soul living in Greece. ...thannkyou for your thoughts🤍
Wonderful, thank you Justine. Here in the Midwest of the US, our summers are very hot and humid. This helps!
I love long sleeves for extreme heat. I use loser linen shirts or dresses with long sleeves and loser skirts. That allows me to apply sunscreen on only exposed areas like my face and back of the hands or feet and I don't sweat so much.
These are wonderful suggestions. I love full maxi dresses in the summer - I find them cooler than shorter cuts, even though the fabric covers more. I personally prefer cuts that cover my chest and shoulders, because I have pale skin, and even with sun cream, these areas are so sensitive to the sun, but those with a darker complexion might do fine with less coverage on the top.
I love hemp, which is often blended with organic cotton.
I know Justine isn't a fan of ironing, but I am. One thing to know if you're ironing a new lyocell piece is that you have to run each piece through the temperature gamut, cold to hot, to determine how much heat the garment, not the fabric, needs. Each lyocell garment needs the amount of heat that the fabric it has been 'engineered' to mimic needs, and lyocell can mimic many fabric types.
If you're a steamer instead, does this hold true? I'm curious.
Although I bought several pieces for warm weather in shops, my favorits for extremly hot weather are sewn by myself because I couldnt´t find what I wanted in shops: Sleeveless, dresses in midi or maxi-length, loose fit, mostly in A-line in bright colours, some also with prints. The first exemplary I created looked terrible on me as it was too loose. I wear it when painting and noone can see me. But the next examplaries came out better. I learned to make variations. I found out which modifications I needed, so that they practical for wearing in the garden, and which style is better for going out. For the late evening I sometimes take a sweater made from french terry with me.
Shoes: Of course sandals are great in the heat but for longer walks, sneaker-like shoes made from breathable materials or leather might be better. In any case the color of the shoes shouldn´t be dark because this might feel like burning even though the material is breathable ( I learned this by experience).
Loose fitting , natural fibers, full coverage - hats are in. Keeping the sun away from your skin keeps you cooler. Light colors.
Just moved from germany to Lyon yesterday! It is a temperaturedifference of 15° and I‘m barely surviving, so this video is perfect, thank you!
I have a 100% silk, sleeveless top that is loose fitting. It is a crushed silk look. It does not show sweat. Also, I have a cotton camp short sleeve (button-up) and a synthetic sleeveless sport shirt. Both have 'invisible" holes in them. The cotton is stitched in, the synthetic is like it's 'stamped' in the material. They are not see-through. VERY cooling material. A slight breeze goes right through them. Hope this helps.
Best!😊
The tourists probably wear sneakers because they are walking all day, sightseeing etc., and are trying to minimise soreness from walking.
while I get people that wear the sneakers - when you sight-see, you walk a loooot - what I would like to hint about the "barest feet", is - to buy sandals that are actually comfortable. i have ones that have a suitable shape for me, don't mind getting wet (so I also use them in summer rains or if I want to dip my feet in water) and I can walk kilometers in them, even on cobblestone.
Missed you! I do the layer off/on, it's heat wave in Balkan, it's the way to survive..and wear your favourite peaces longer..and hide your tummy easier 😂❤
Gods it was a terrible summer here in the balkans. and it’s only getting worse
Too late Justine ! The temperature in the UK was scorching last week - now I’m pulling sweaters from my wardrobe . 😢
Congratulations on a MILLION subscribers, dear Justine!
I love large long clothing out of linen, cotton, lyocell and viscose in summer and also a hat, sunglasses and a scarf. Birkenstock sandals on my feet. Pretty much all covered up, but very light and airy.
Climate change made summers in Austria go from 27°C for a few days to 37°C for weeks within the past 30 years.
Heat protection is essential.
It's important to know that drinking too much water IS a thing. It can be dangerous.
I did that to myself this summer, kept thinking I was so unwell because I was dehydrated so I just drank more
You have to drink non stop almost to over hydrate. It can happen but not often.
The house behind you looks like there's been progress made. How exciting!
I prefer loose trousers since I have to walk a lot and sweaty skin on sweaty skin on the leg insides can cause skin irritations pretty quickly.
I'm in souhern France also. Cotton broderie (eyelet) is my best friend, lol, as well as cotton gauze and loose drop shoulder tops with large armholes.
I wear leather sandals, but i started wearing socks in summer around eight years ago (cotton of course) and it is actually making walking bearable
Lyocell really is nice. My favorite summer pants are a lyocell/linen blend.
@@GingerByrn1 That sounds wonderfully comfortable and stylish. I'm reminding myself not to be covetous right now.
I found your channel originally searching for ways to tie a scarf. Accessories are the last frontier for me.
I'm native to South Carolina USA where the climate is hot and humid in summers (~32C) to Texas where it's hotter (~41C) and much drier all year round. It's a tough transition and I miss the humidity despite everyone telling me it feels cooler when it's drier (no, no it does not).
I know what you mean. In SC I never have to leave my car door open because the car is too hot to even think about getting into, but that was a thing in TX. Even though it is not as hot, I still don’t know why most people in SC don’t use sunshades for their windshields. There are some nice rivers in TX if you like to kayak and a few parks with clear streams that you can lie around in. They are not the Saluda, but they do the trick. Best of luck getting through August and September.
Congrats on 1 million subs, well deserved!! Your videos have helped me so much in figuring out my own personal style and general fashion tips. I really appreciate your knowledge so thank you 😊
Wonderful tips, Justine. I live in Arizona and you are spot on about everything, especially the sunscreen and water recommendations!!
Thanks Justine, just a note on water consumption. Actually, there is such a think of drinking "too much" water. If you drink liters of water without any sodium (salt), you'll pee all the water you drink and it won't enter your cells, they'll still be depleted and thirsty.
That's because your cells need electrolytes to absorb the water.
P.S. The dorctors won't tell you that you're drinking too much water because the signs of depleted, non-functioning cells can result in different kinds of ailments.
Great ideas! Also - some of us tend to get ill more often from the high fluctuation in temperature change between indoor and outdoor.
Thank you from cool and rainy Scotland
Yeah, no heatwave for us either this year. 😂
Oh… I’m sorry 😅
Hi Justine, thanks for tips😊 Please do your skincare and makeup rutine😊❤❤
Great advice which is well presented, as usual. In extreme weather I opt for short sleeved loose linen tops. The short sleeves protect from overhead sun but still allow airflow around the arms and armpits. Congratulations on your million!
I got one question: Am I the only one who starts sweating even more when there is no fabric between my skin? Like for example between the thighs with pants or the armpit with a shirt.
I can never wear dresses with no sleeves due to that.
You are back! Hope you are doing fine and we missed you!
Thank you from Arizona, US. It was only 114°F yesterday.😂
I miss your more frequent uploads - but I hope you are enjoying the change in your work balance. :) When you're planning future videos, I would love one about what has been inspiring you this year....
I am a big fan of wide legged, and a little over the ankle length culottes they provide a nice “tunnel effect” ventilation while also protecting your skin. They can be styled in so many ways from relaxed to formal - it’s all about finding the right type of fabric.
I have some hemp/cotton blend clothes from a local Etsy shop in Canada (Sylph Eco Wear) and they are THE BEST clothes I have ever worn for summer. That and light linen/cotton clothing... Amazing :) Thank you, this was very helpful!
Justine, please give advice on where to buy a decent French styletote / market basket. Please tell us: what it should be beat made of: straw, palm leaves etc. And should it be lined or not?
I just visited Lyon 2 weeks ago. It was nice but wow, the heat kicked my butt. I did wear a lot of cotton and linen but also used cooling cloths and a personal fan. I totally recommended using that!!
Thank you! I love your videos. They're always so informative. I wish you made them more often.
I miss wearing the spring scarfs great advice!
la migliore soluzione per me al momento sono gli abiti a camicia in viscosa o lino. Con colletto e maniche corte o spalle larghe senza maniche. Mi riparano dal sole (la mia pelle non può sopportare i raggi uv), restano super freschi sulla pelle, se sudo si asciugano subito e non hanno mai un cattivo odore. Li adoro
Me watching from the UAE, where a lot of women wear head to toe black😂. Trust me, there is a point where no matter what you wear, you will be HOT. The best thing you can do is stay indoors, turn the airco to Siberia and wait for October😃
I read that black is actually better than white, if the material is breathable and thin.
Those women didn't choose to wear dark colors in the summer heat. The light colors are for men and the dark colors are for women in some countries, that is the law or custom. That law or custom was made especially to sabotage women being outside the home. In countries where that law or custom is not enforced, you will see mostly light colored burkas, hijabs, decent AND safe to wear during the heat.
@megumim6795 perhaps indoors or in the shade. But in the sun, absolutely not. You can put two pieces of the same material, one white and one black, in the sun. Place an ice cube on each. The black will melt the ice cube twice as fast because it absorbs the heat. Elementary school project here in the American Desert Southwest.
@@lalywindland5764I have lived here for 15 years I know the customs. Nothing to do with sabotage. And light colours are not going to make any difference in this heat. Hot is hot.
@@megumim6795I feel no difference honestly. I wear full black every day as do many women here.
Like I said hot is hot no matter what you wear.
Thank you so much for this information. In 2012 i mived from a nice mild climate to a hot climate and was desperate to figure out how to dress comfortably, especially for work. There wasn't much on the Internet, especially for plus size . I have since figured it out and I still appreciate more ideas. I especially like the shoes ideas and I am looking to add a " summer scarf " thanks.
And Modal....its like lyocell but does not wrinkle , its amazing.......but i love linen 😍 or some linen/viscose mix
these materials are a must in summer🥰
I watch you from Poland. I love your channel. I am learning English from you. 🙋🙂
Thank you from sweltering Southern California 😊
My new obsession is pants made from liosell - great in a warm weather.
I struggle with summer footwear. Sandals usually aren't stable enough for my ankles, the soles are too thin and not flexible, heels are too low or too high. I tend to sweat no matter the material, but as soon as I enter a building, my toes freeze off. I hate summer. What to do about skin irritated by too much sweat? Sometimes the skin on my neck and chest burns of sweat salt. How to protect myself?
I love linen. I don’t mind that it wrinkles. Good advice thank you!
I live in japan where temperatures go up to 35 degrees celcius and humidity is crazy. But wearing skimpy clothing is not seen as respectable unless at the beach. People here cover up in cool loose fabrics. I like this better because you avoid getting sunburnt and suntanned, your arms and legs don't stick to desks and seats etc, your skin doesn't stick to that of others in crowded spaces, and also covering up stops you from getting mosquito bites. Really whatever you wear when its over 30 degrees doesnt really change how hot it feels.
Merci, Justine! I've read some of the comments about sun protection and find them very helpful. As a very pale redhead I need clothing that covers the skin completely and find that in my area of Canada it's almost impossible to find natural fabrics and loose clothing. (I've long thought there was only one buyer for all clothing retailers in this country given that every store carries identical merchandise!). Thanks for everyone else making comments for the fantastic finds. I've got to locate that SPF scarf!
Can you order from The Bay online?
@@maryokeefe5351 It is possible. I'm a bit confused as to sizing though as I've gone through significant health challenges and don't recognize my own body at this time.
Great recommendations, but there's definitely such a thing as "drinking too much water". People collapse during marathons because of over-hydration, not because of a lack of water.
Medical professionals and sports scientists nowadays recommend drinking to thirst.
It does happen but not often compared to needing more fluids.
In the southern US where it is humid and hot, needed this video last year :(
Can you please suggest brands of underwear for hot weather? Also, the coolest fabric I have ever worn is an open-weave cotton made in Turkey. Far cooler than any knitted cotton, which retains moisture, and even cooler than linen. Not sure of the type of weave, but it is amazing.
I just can't understand the air-conditioning at such low temperatures.
We have it around 26° at home. It helps with Madrid's hot temperatures without making a whole artificial cold climate and bankrupting us into poverty because of the electric bills
I'm surprised that you don't mention hemp as a fabric for sumer.
I love your videos thank you so much for the information
Wonderful advice! However, I have heard contradictory information on silk. I thought it kept you warm in a lightw2ight way (ex. silk long underwear in the winter to wear under trousers) Is it the type of weave that makes it more comfortable in summer? ❤
I live in the UAE where it’s very hot and humid and silk is the last material I would wear. I only wear it in the winter.
Justine, will you be doing Fall/Winter trends soon?
Just turn the AC all the way up and wait for December 😂
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Greetings from Cyprus. Today is 42 C.
Lovely to see another video from you, Justine! This is unrelated to the video topic, but would you recommend any particular brand for good-quality socks? The ones I had (white crew-neck socks from Fruit of the Loom) have slowly all disappeared or worn down. I would like to buy some more that will not get holes within 6 months, as most modern socks are wont to do.
I have a question. Workout wear and athletic wear often are described as breathable and moisture wicking but are almost always made from polyester? I thought polyester was never breathable?
And very smelly!
Thank you for the great video. It’s 3 short degrees from the Gates of Hell here in the American South right now. (Actually a bit of a reprieve today, but don’t ever trust it!)
Australian here linen is the key
KNIT TOPS!!! (cotton ofc)
they breathe and the sweat doesn't show
Great video Justine! Can I ask what about Viscose? Is it a good fabric for summer heat or all year round? Thanks
Merci pour cette vidéo ! 😀🌺
It's winter in Rio right now and today was 37º....
What is the brand of synthetic sportswear you mentioned? And thx for expanding my summer options with specific suggestions.
Any sports brand will have items made from this fabric. My husband has polos like that from Under Armour, Nike etc. You are basically looking for performance fabric, which is usually a polyester blend of some kind, often with mesh panels
@@dilyaraabs8639 Confusing to me , as polyester is usually like plastic wrap.
@@Trenchant468 Agree, it is confusing, but these fabrics really do work. They were originally developed for competing athletes, so breathability and wicking moisture were paramount
Linen clothes are perfect for hot days. I follow you from Romania.❤
Its very helpfull your sharring
Much thanks❤❤
great video!
We are travelling to Greece and turkey in a couple of weeks and I am concerned about what to wear in the heat versus what to wear for coverage in religious buildings. It’s hard to find a balance between the two.
Bring a large, very lightweight, loose-weave scarf with you in cotton or viscose. You can buy ones the size of a beach towel but they are so light they fold up to the size of a facecloth. Then linen trousers and a flimsier top - the scarf can then wrap around your shoulders and arms (and head, if that is required). Good for protecting your shoulders from the sun if the only table at the cafe isn't shaded, too! (Also great for spreading on a hard chair to sit on if you're in shorts or a skirt - no sticky sweaty thighs.)
Loose breathable fabric keeps you cooler than no fabric. It shields you from the hot hot sun and creates breeze as it moves around you. So the two don't actually go against each other.
Normal, decent clothes is enough when visiting religious buildings in Greece, for example a knee length dress that doesn't expose too much of your chest and shoulder area. Going to mosques in Turkey I think you are required to cover your legs and shoulders.
Best places to buy these items are where you are going.
I think tourists wear sneakers even in hot climate because they are comfy for walking the whole day. For that I ve chosen a light but nice pair of sneakers😊. i don't like comfy sandals😅
I wear long clothes made of cotton lawn, mid weight linen and hemp. Silver Birkenstocks, a very large straw hat.
And I sleep on a bamboo mat with a bamboo pillow and a linen sheet, I always sleep with the windows opened and I loathe sweating on mattresses and pillows, so disgusting !
How do you recommend getting SPF stained light coloured clothing to look nice again? I’ve ruined A LOT thanks to SPF and I know it’s the property that protects us that stains the clothes so it can’t be avoided. But how to clean???
I apply sunscreen before getting dressed, rub it in and let dry before putting on clothes. Have never had a big problem.
Seersucker is not the only "cool" weave. Look at leno, eyelet, and gauze fabrics, too. You want the air to be able to pass through the fabric.
At the beginning of summer I was desperately searching for everyday black sandals. In the end I just found (not so cheap) VEGAN leather sandals. Aka plastic. They are sooo bad. 😢 I will wear them as long as they don't break. That won't take so long as plastic shoes don't last... even if they were expensive.
Hopefully, black sandals will be back in "trend" next year. They were so out of trend this year that our shoe store didn't sell them at all. 😮
Which white colours from the screenshot are good for soft summer types? Or with cool undertone?
I haven’t seen anything made from batiste in ages,wonder who still makes and using batiste .
Go to the brand Marc Cain in Germany. In summer they have batist dresses
They ship worldwide
Thank you for the tips, especially as the whole world seems to get hotter and hotter now 😰
Finding a pair of sandals (in vegan leather) that don't rub my bare skin to blisters has been absolutely essential to me 😅 so much so that after my favourite pair wore out completely I repurchased the exact same pair haha.
Also having a lightweight cardigan of some kind is not just good for AC buildings, it's also great for extra sun protection. For someone with fair freckled skin like me, having bare shoulders is just no longer comfortable in summer. Even with spf reapplied every 2 hours, sometimes I can just feel my skin overheating and wanting to burn if I'm in the sun for too long 😅
I wish designers made classy non sporty upf 50 clothes. Something i could wear to a meeting then go to the beach in.
I'd be careful with silk - some weaves aren't breathable.