Buy clothing made from natural fabrics like cotton or linen. Natural fabrics allow air to pass through to help keep your skin and your clothing dry when you perspire in the heat. Choose shoes made from leather or other natural materials that allow your feet to breathe, like sandals or flip-flops.
Choose light-colored clothing, accessories and shoes. Light colors reflect the sunlight, while dark colors absorb heat.
Layer thin fabrics like a loose, button-down shirt over a thin tank top so that you may remove layers when you are outside in the heat. You may also add thin layers when you move indoors with air conditioning or an office environment that requires more formal attire.
Bring an umbrella to shade your skin from the sun's UV rays. Many umbrellas are small enough to fit into a purse or pocket for convenience.
Protect your skin from UV rays by investing in clothing that has sunscreen built into the fabric. You can also add a sunscreen to your own clothing by adding a packet of UV protection to your laundry wash.
Try clothing made from moisture-wicking fabrics. These fabrics are engineered to draw moisture away from the body and dry very quickly, avoiding perspiration marks on your clothing.
