Our Best Breathable Workwear 2023

Here at Workwear.co.uk we're not just about safety. We understand that when the weather changes, so must your wardrobe. We've put this guide together to showcase a range of Our Best Breathable Workwear to guarantee you stay cool no matter how hard you work during the hot summer months.

Our Number One Lightweight and Breathable T-Shirt

A few affordable and interchangeable breathable T-shirts are the staple of any summer workwear wardrobe. Portwest PW310 Hi-Vis Yellow and Black V-Neck T-Shirt can be worn underneath a jacket or as a sole top-layer depending on your preference. With a cool mesh panel and a fashionable design, this Portwest V-Neck is a no brainer in our eyes. 

What We Love:

• Comes complete with a breathable mesh panel that promotes cool airflow
• Moisture wicking design encourages perspiration to exit the garment naturally
• Affordable price tag with a contemporary, fashionable design
• Available in a whopping six different sizes and an alternative orange colour scheme

Our Verdict: A must have staple for any workwear wardrobe this summer

Some Other Favourites

Leo Workwear T03 Larkstone Coolvis Plus Hi-Vis Yellow T-Shirt BuyDetails... £15.82 (Ex. VAT)    In Stock, Usually Dispatched in 3 - 5 Days

Portwest B195 Navy Cotton Work T-Shirt BuyDetails... £5.82 (Ex. VAT)    Dispatched in 1 - 5 working days

Portwest PW311 Hi-Vis Black and Yellow T-Shirt BuyDetails... £11.65 (Ex. VAT)    Dispatched in 1 - 5 working days

Our Favourite Breathable Summer Shorts

It's a given that shorts are a go-to summer garment. Unfortunately, not all shorts are created equal. Portwest TX14 Black Texo Contrast Shorts are manufactured with a premium cotton foundation fabric that is unbelievably breathable. This allows warm air and perspiration to not only exit through the spacious thigh area, but out through the fabric itself as you work.

What We Love:

• Spacious design promotes healthy airflow
• Available in a range of different colours depending on preference
• Incredible seven different pockets for ample storage opportunity
• Storage is ideal for roofers, builders, carpenters and electricians

Our Verdict: Highly breathable work shorts that maximise storage opportunity

Some Other Favourites

DeWalt Hamden Pro-Stretch Cargo Work Shorts   (1) BuyDetails... £27.49 (Ex. VAT)    This product has been discontinued. Please contact our team for details of the latest release.

Portwest S889 Black Action Shorts   (1) BuyDetails... £12.49 (Ex. VAT)    Dispatched in 1 - 5 working days

Portwest TX14 Grey Texo Contrast Shorts BuyDetails... £12.49 (Ex. VAT)    Dispatched in 1 - 5 working days

Our Breathable Summer Polo Shirt Pick

For the style conscious workers amongst you, we present the Portwest B210 Green Work Polo Shirt. Manufactured in the style of a traditional polo-shirt, the Portwest B210 features a three button placket opening for maximum warm air release and a pique polycotton foundation fabric that allows moisture and sweat to evaporate naturally.

What We Love:

• Three button placket opening maximises ventilation
• Pique polycotton fabric encourages cold air into the garment
• Twin stitched seams are highly durable and flexible
• Professional looking choice for workers and foreman alike

Our Verdict: This stylish on-site option is both traditional and unassuming

Some Other Favourites

Portwest B210 Black Work Polo Shirt   (1) BuyDetails... £6.82 (Ex. VAT)    Dispatched in 1 - 5 working days

Portwest T720 WX3 Polo Shirt BuyDetails... £9.57 (Ex. VAT)    Dispatched in 1 - 5 working days

The Number One Pick for Rain

Unfortunately, summer in the UK doesn't always guarantee sun. For those humid, rainy days on-site, we love the Leo Workwear A06 Torridge Breathable Waterproof Anorak. Thanks to a breathable 150D PU lining, perspiration exits the jacket naturally to prevent sweat lingering on the inside of the jacket.

What We Love:

• Breathable liner allows sweat and perspiration to exit seamlessly
• Complete with storm flap and cuffs to guard against savage weather conditions
• Class 3 high visibility and railway-safe certified under EN 20471 and RIS-3279-TOM
• Neck to waist design maximises coverage in the face of harsh conditions

Our Verdict: A reliably crafted anorak for those hot and humid wet work days

Leo Workwear A04 Clovelly Breathable Waterproof Hi-Vis Yellow Anorak BuyDetails... £61.74 (Ex. VAT)    In Stock, Usually Dispatched in 3 - 5 Days

Portwest F440 Iona Rain Jacket BuyDetails... £12.90 (Ex. VAT)    Dispatched in 1 - 5 working days

Portwest S433 Iona Lite Jacket BuyDetails... £30.82 (Ex. VAT)    Dispatched in 1 - 5 working days

Some Other Favourites

The Best Breathable Work Trousers

Certain applications and on-site environments require workers to wear an entire high-visibility outfit regardless of the weather. Leo Workwear L01 Instow Hi-Vis Breathable Orange Overtrousers offer a nifty solution to overheating and sweat build-up thanks to their moisture-wicking LTEC two-layer laminated polyester lining.

What We Love:

• Manufactured with LTEC 10,000 2-layer laminated polyester for optimal sweat release
• Lightweight design protects in the rain and allows moisture to exit seamlessly
• Thin fabric makes them ideal for use as a pair of over-trousers
• Ideal trousers for pairing with Leo A06 Torridge Anorak

Our Verdict: Their 2-layer polyester foundation fabric is the lightest option available

Some Other Favourites

Leo Workwear JT01 Hawkridge EcoViz Hi-Vis Yellow Joggers BuyDetails... £48.45 (Ex. VAT)    In Stock, Usually Dispatched in 3 - 5 Days

Leo Workwear L02 Instow Hi-Vis Breathable Yellow Overtrousers BuyDetails... £28.74 (Ex. VAT)    In Stock, Usually Dispatched in 3 - 5 Days

Portwest PW304 PW3 Black Lightweight Stretch Trousers BuyDetails... £23.75 (Ex. VAT)    Dispatched in 1 - 5 working days

If you haven't found what you're looking for in this blog, take a look at a few our of summer workwear pages listed below:

• Best Summer Workwear
• Summer Workwear Collection
• Summer Work Shorts
• Summer Work T-Shirts
• Summer Work Jackets
• Summer Work Vests
• Summer Work Trousers

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