breathable fabric
Ventilated clothing material
Breathable fabric allows air and moisture to pass through, keeping the wearer cool and dry.
The term appears constantly in athletic wear and outdoor gear marketing: The jacket is made from a lightweight, breathable fabric.
Breathability matters most when the body generates heat and sweat—during exercise, in warm climates, or under layers.
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
- moisture-wickingDraws liquid from skin
- merino woolFine sheep fiber fabric
- cottonPlant fiber for textiles
- linenFlax-derived textile
quick-drying · dry fit · polyester · hemp · nylon · silk · transpiration · bamboo · spandex · hypoallergenic · sleepwear · second skin · ventilation · air circulation · activewear · gym clothes · airflow · outdoor gear
- Cross-TrainersNike, Reebok, Adidas, New Balance, ASICS
- shoe featuresgel insoles, shock absorption, arch support, traction, grip
- hot climate wearsun hat, sun hats, linen shirt, linen shirts, cotton shirt
- performance materialsnylon, polyester, Gore-Tex, Kevlar, carbon fiber
- waterproof materialswaterproof, Gore-Tex, waterproof bag, waterproof jacket, rubber coating
- technical fabricsGore-Tex, ripstop, Kevlar, Thinsulate, softshell
air permeability
breathable fabricvapor barrier
Material preventing moisture transmission
moisture barrier · vinyl · oilcloth · patent leather · neoprene