Sourcing cool clothing

[Nithsdale]

Wear the same now as I do in winter.

Jeans, t-shirt and a rugby shirt over the top if it's cold/on the bike.

I don't like shorts for working in - they leave my legs too vulnerable IMO. Whiter that white, nobody wants to see my legs

Jungle formula and sun block if/when I need it

 

[bobk]

Usually take one one of my jumpers off in the afternoon , ffs it's only 22 degrees .

 

[principal skinner]

I’ve lived in kooga murryfield shorts now since Easter, can’t stand long trousers

 

[General-Lee]

Is your shirt ‘salmon’ coloured ? [emoji57]

Not my work ones, well not yet!

 

[unlacedgecko]

The snag with wearing shorts and t shirts in this warm weather is that you are open season game for all biting insects, if the vegans could convince clegs and mozzies to become non meat eaters I might join them.I'm convinced that insect repellents are similar to Crovect in that you miss a square millimetre and the insects find it.

I just wear shirts and tolerate the bites.

 

[Bobthebuilder]

there's a reason i can't wear shorts but this is a family show so better not put a pic up

 

[Farmer Roy]

Usually take one one of my jumpers off in the afternoon , ffs it's only 22 degrees .

Haha - when the max temps start dropping to the low 20's, that's when I start looking for a jumper

Can't believe all this talk about polyester clothing, natural fibres all the way. You won't find many Oz farmers / rural people wearing a polyester shirt . . .

 

[David.]

Does anyone have a UK source for Blue Generation Egyptian spun cotton polo shirts? They are cool and smartish.
I've been wearing them for 5 yrs since a job lot on E_Bay, but they are now more holey than righteous, and replacements all seem to be in USA.

 

[Chasingmytail]

How do you wear shorts? I only have to walk on the yard and if I go near the cattle I am surrounded by flies and horseflies. I cant afford to be bitten as I have reaction to the bites (swelling) and the itching. Ive never seen so many horseflies as this year. Walking the the grass brings them up. Again cant wear short t-sleeved close fitting t-shirts at all now as they bite the arms. So going to have to get shirts now. A couple of weeks ago I was digging in the kitchen garden and the horseflies were biting through the t-shirt so had bites along the shoulder. Sprays are limited Ive tried a lot but not great.

 

[ladycrofter]

Jeans and cotton polo neck - suprisingly cool and no sunburn/bites.

 

[Chasingmytail]

I cant bear jeans in the heat I find the undercarriage heat gets trapped and I get sweaty.

 

[Paddington]

If 20% DEET doesn't stop the dreaded horse flies, there's always the Shropshire Slap - Gotcha ! you little devil !

 

[Farmer Roy]

Jeans or shorts, summer, winter, whatever the time of year, it's always long sleeved heavy cotton workshirts.
In summer they actually cooler than a t shirt as the heavy baggy material creates a bit of air flow & a gap between shirt & skin compared to light t shirt material which tends to stick. Thicker material also provides better skin protection from the sun, especially with a turned up collar & sleeves rolled down when the sun is particularly fierce
Always laugh at UK backpackers doing harvest work here, they always stand out with pink / red skin & wearing t shirts, whereas the locals generally wear proper shirts like these & look a lot more comfortable

You will find in REAL heat & high UV sun conditions, it is actually cooler to have complete coverage over the skin, of loser fitting clothes, than having it directly exposed to the sun ( just think of the Desert Arabs etc )

 

[Agrispeed]

I buy loads of shirts and shorts from Australia. Hard Yakka is my favourite, the material is quite thick and very long lasting but is very cool to wear. Its not particularly expensive either if you buy enough at once

 

[primmiemoo]

I cant bear jeans in the heat I find the undercarriage heat gets trapped and I get sweaty.

It's finding jeans without any elastane or similar that's increasingly difficult. That touch of stretch is extremely irritating when busy and active.
Who sells 100% cotton women's cut women's jeans at the mo? Landsend don't seem to any more.

 

[sahara]

Haha - when the max temps start dropping to the low 20's, that's when I start looking for a jumper

Can't believe all this talk about polyester clothing, natural fibres all the way. You won't find many Oz farmers / rural people wearing a polyester shirt . . .

I dont like any polyester in my clothing, sadly its not always that easy to get 100% cotton stuff on the high street without paying a lot for it.

 

[Grassman]

Wear the same now as I do in winter.

Jeans, t-shirt and a rugby shirt over the top if it's cold/on the bike.

I don't like shorts for working in - they leave my legs too vulnerable IMO. Whiter that white, nobody wants to see my legs

Jungle formula and sun block if/when I need it

I never have liked shorts whatsoever.
I think it goes back to teenage years throwing small bales about. Legs used to get scratched really bad.
Thin work trousers seem ok from aldi for summer.

 

[Nithsdale]

I never have liked shorts whatsoever.
I think it goes back to teenage years throwing small bales about. Legs used to get scratched really bad.
Thin work trousers seem ok from aldi for summer.

Other than playing rugby or football in my youth I don't wear shorts at all... my legs are only ever on public show when I wear my kilt!

Working in anything other than jeans is just bad for me. The denim protects your legs from thistles/nettles, barbed wire, sharp edges on anything/everything...

 

[Farmer Roy]

I buy loads of shirts and shorts from Australia. Hard Yakka is my favourite, the material is quite thick and very long lasting but is very cool to wear. Its not particularly expensive either if you buy enough at once

heavy, loose cotton IS cool to wear ( take it from someone who works in a pretty hot environment ) & will last a number of years of use.

I dont like any polyester in my clothing, sadly its not always that easy to get 100% cotton stuff on the high street without paying a lot for it.

even though we are a small population, we are blessed with quite a few different companies that supply really good quality, sturdy, "work" gear, in a variety of styles, sizes & fabrics at quite reasonable prices. Even though we are small, we do have quite a large mining, construction, tradesman & rural sector, so there is quite a large market to cater for.
Work clothes have to be built for the task, any high street or fashion brands are only designed to last one season & are generally very poor quality in comparison ( regardless of how expensive the label is ). A few good brands off the top of my head are Hard Yakka, King Gee, Bisley & RB Sellars. All do mail order sales as well. I basically buy 5 - 7 shirts & jeans or cargo pants every 5 years or so. For shorts, its always Canterbury cotton rugby shorts . I pretty much live in my work clothes - the only time I wear a t shirt is jogging, exercising or yoga

It's finding jeans without any elastane or similar that's increasingly difficult. That touch of stretch is extremely irritating when busy and active.
Who sells 100% cotton women's cut women's jeans at the mo? Landsend don't seem to any more.

err, not sure what clothing retailers / rural outfit stores are like in the UK anymore , but as far as jeans for working, you should probably avoid any fashion brands, if you are serious about comfort & hard wearing. We have many outlets available here, but if you want good work jeans, have a look at " western " ( ie cowboy ) or rodeo styles. Many mail order places in US, Canada & Australia catering for the working stock horse / western horse / rodeo market. These jeans are designed for work, so are usually more rugged, designed to work in all day & are usually of a more relaxed fit to allow full movement. Eg Wrangler 13MWZ jeans. LOTS of womens styles as well.
Or, as an alternative to jeans, have a look at cotton drill " cargo " pants. The above mentioned Australian suppliers all make a range of cargo pants for tradesmen, male & female

pure cotton denim or drill fabric is very comfortable & soft against the skin

 

[Chae1]

How do you wear shorts? I only have to walk on the yard and if I go near the cattle I am surrounded by flies and horseflies. I cant afford to be bitten as I have reaction to the bites (swelling) and the itching. Ive never seen so many horseflies as this year. Walking the the grass brings them up. Again cant wear short t-sleeved close fitting t-shirts at all now as they bite the arms. So going to have to get shirts now. A couple of weeks ago I was digging in the kitchen garden and the horseflies were biting through the t-shirt so had bites along the shoulder. Sprays are limited Ive tried a lot but not great.

Sounds like you need covered up. Just wear your pants then, and boilersuit ontop.

I wear boilersuit all year round, spraying when weather is decent and seem to get covered in oil/grease/sh!t rest of time.