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Mar 25, 2024

22 Breathable Clothes That Won't Cling To Your Body

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

We like warm hugs as much as the next person but not when it's 90 degrees out and the hug is actually your pants sticking to your sweaty legs.

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Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's.

Promising review: "I had a work trip in New Orleans and was looking for something cute, business casual, and cool enough to survive pregnancy while traversing through the swamp. I was slightly concerned about quality, but for the price, I was fine with risking it. YALL. It is sooo much better than I could’ve even imagined. It’s precious. The white is a little sheer, but not so bad that you need an undershirt. I did wear nude shapewear, but I always do. Super light fabric, plenty of stretch, and super flowy. I sized up to accommodate my 23-week baby belly and it was perfect. I got more compliments on this outfit than I’ve gotten on any in the past few years. If you're nervous about it, just get it. If you hate it, you can return it, but I PROMISE you won’t." —Brooke

Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in sizes XS–4XL Plus and 28 colors).

BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord loves hers:

"I recently bought these shorts because I'm in love with the similar ones you can get at Old Navy, but they sell out so fast. Turns out I love these even more! I love the huge range of colors you can buy these in (at other places they often sell out too quickly to get to pick!), love that the high-waistedness of them meets about where my running crop top ends so I don't have to get bonkers with sunscreen, and love love loooooove the side pocket for my keys or face mask. I only have them in purple so far, but I'm excited to try other colors!"

Promising review: "True to size, really breathable, and incredible for working out or lounging around at home. I love these shorts and bought them in two different colors, and will definitely be buying more. The elastic in the waistband holds up through multiple washes as well. Do recommend air drying versus using the dryer. They dry very quickly if you just hang dry after washing." —Hayley Howell

Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in sizes XS–3XL and 34 colors).

Promising review: "I just got this dress in the mail and I love it! It’s super breathable and lightweight! Will be perfect for my summer bridal shower!" —Amanda P.

Get it from Amazon for $31.38+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 27 colors).

Promising review: "I'm not one to wear or even buy a jumpsuit, but I thought what the hell let's do this. Once it arrived I opened up the packaging and thought...oh man what did I buy? It was thin and weighed practically nothing. I still tried it on and to my surprise I absolutely loved it! I love how loose fitting it is, and how thin and breathable it is. It literally feels like wearing pajamas but still looks nice. For the first-timers like myself I highly recommend this jumpsuit." —Ashley Zaugg

Get it from Amazon for $30.79+ (available in sizes S–3XL and 35 colors/patterns).

Promising review: "The fit is loose and flowy. The material is great for those warm days. Overall a very worthwhile purchase!" —Katie P

Get it from Amazon for $17.59+ (available in sizes XS–5XL and a variety of colors/prints).

Promising review: "Love stretch tech pants. These are a little longer than others I have, but I love the cargo pockets. This fabric is very cool to wear in warm weather. I wore them in Hawaii when I didn't want to wear shorts and felt cool in them. I bought three colors and love them." —anonymous

Get them from Old Navy for $35.99+ (originally $44.99+; available in sizes XS–4X and in four colors).

Promising review: "I have gotten so many compliments on these overalls! I was looking for something comfortable and light enough to wear during the summer since I'm not a big fan of shorts. I'm pretty petite and it fits well and is just baggy enough. I love them so much I ordered another pair in blue!" —Cynthia Cahalen

Get it from Amazon for $18.89+ (available in sizes S–3XL and 21 colors).

Promising review: "So comfy and cute. You can wear them for running errands or anything casual yet it has style. This is a lightweight cottony fabric that fits perfectly. It’s easy to wash and I let it hang to dry so it won’t shrink, which some reviewers had reported." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $30.99 (available in sizes XS–5XL and in 19 colors).

Promising review: "If you are on the fence with buying these pants...just do it! You won't regret it. They are SO comfortable, and the slits on the sides make them breathable to be able to wear in the summer. I bought the white, and they are NOT see-through. Wearing flat sandals and the pants a little past my belly button; they fell right at my ankle. You can dress them up or down." —lnarthur

Get it from Amazon for $31.98+ (available in sizes S–4XL and in 21 colors/prints).

Promising review: "I love these shorts so much that I came back and bought a second pair in a different color. They are so comfortable; the material is breathable and there’s extra room in the legs so your skin isn’t suffocating. Perfect trendy shorts for all summer long." —Trinity

Get it from Amazon for $18.84+ (available in sizes XS–XL and six washes).

Promising review: "Fabric was breathable, comfortable, and true to size. I paired it with different tops and it works out great." —Tena

Get it from Amazon for $27.11+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and 16 styles).

Promising review: "I literally own these in every color and different sizes. They are SO comfortable. Perfect for lounging and running errands. They are thin, but the material is so soft and feels amazing on the body. I also have the matching sweater as well!" —Laurie

Get them from Target for $19.99 (available in sizes XS–4XL and three colors).

Promising review: "Comfortable enough to sleep in but cute enough to leave the house in. These are a great medium weight, they feel soft but won’t be too warm. They are high waisted and a decent length while still looking like a cute short-short, which I was happy to find because I get tired of having to decide between showing some cheek and looking like a slob. They were fitted but not too tight. I will be buying multiple other colors and throwing out all my old shorts!" —Kristen Brown

Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in sizes XS–XL and 21 colors).

Promising review: "I love the fabric. It looks like linen and it's lightweight. Perfect for summer." —P.DL.

Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in sizes 15 Plus–28 Plus and 16 colors).

Promising review: "This summer dress is a must-have! I must have worn it at least once a week all summer long. It’s so comfortable and the material is breathable...even on humid days. The pockets are ideal and the flutter cap sleeves couldn’t be cuter. I wore it with white sneakers, sandals, and espadrilles so it’s very versatile. Looking forward to pulling it out of the closet next summer." —Nikki Scott

Get it from Amazon for $38.99 (available in sizes 0–12 and eight styles including a version with long sleeves).

Promising review: "This top is lightweight and has a fashionable print. I bought for a trip to Nashville and paired with jean shorts. It is very shapeless in that is has a billowing fit so it’s best to tuck into whatever bottoms you pair it with. I’m large busted so if I just let it drape then it would look like a muumuu! Otherwise very comfortable. The straps stayed up and were not tight. It held up in high-90-degree heat without getting sweaty." —gigi_wright

Get it from Amazon for $26.98 (available in sizes S–XXL and nine colors).

Promising review: "Perfect dress for any occasion!! It is very stretchy so you’re not constricted when trying to sit or move around! It is a very light material, so it’s very breathable in hot weather, and it’s not see through! And it has pockets!! I will be ordering more in different colors!!" —Liv

Get it from Amazon for $37.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 28 colors/prints).

Promising reviews: "Super cute and perfect for spring days, keeps you cool and is great for layering!" —Cider Customer

"Very soft and comfy! I can throw this on top of any plain top and the outfit is 10x better! 10/10." —Cider Customer

Get it from Cider for $24 (available in sizes XXS–4XL and four colors — not all sizes available in all colors).

Promising review: "Absolutely love this fit! Bought two, one in black one in tan. The sleeves fit somewhat loosely, and the shirt has an almost boat/scoop neck on me- but certainly doesn’t hang off the body. Shirt catches nicely at the waist as well. My new go to crops for casual days! Will likely buy more! The material is very smooth, and stretchy. Almost shiny? But really nice." —Molly B

Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in sizes XS–XXL and 35 colors).

Promising review: "These are so comfy and great for summer. Breathable, thin, but quality material. I am getting more! They don’t wrinkle, great for travel. These have been my go-to pants all summer! Love, love, love." —Christine

Get it from Amazon for $38.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and in eight colors).

Promising review: "I LOVE this dress!! The material is so lightweight that it’s perfect for summer, and then the buffalo plaid will also look cute and trendy in fall with a jean jacket! Plus I LOVE that there are pockets. The dress is made really well. I was pleasantly pleased to see it also had a lining so it’s not at all transparent. I saw another review that said it ran a little small and as someone between two sizes I sized up and I’m glad I did. I will be wearing this dress all summer and then some!" —Theresa St Peter

Get it from Amazon for $42.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and in seven colors).

Promising review: "Soft and breathable fabric. It’s hard to find tops that are not cropped anymore and this top fits nicely but is meant to be oversized which I love. It’s comfortable for lounging or going out in. I love the red and black tie dye, looks like picture and runs true to size. Size down for a more snug fit." —Jacee lynn

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in sizes XS–XXL and a variety of colors/prints).

The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.