Flea market on a Sunday morning with lots of walking

Short answer: A flea market on a Sunday morning means hours on your feet, cold morning air and changing weather. Choose soft layers you can take off and put on, socks without coarse seams and a fit that does not pull when you bend down and lift.

Why a flea market needs its own clothes

You get up early, walk around for many hours and bend down to boxes and tables. The morning is cold, but as soon as you walk you warm up, and when the sun comes out it gets almost too much. Your clothes therefore have to cope with the cold, the walking and the movement.

Start with a soft base

Next to the skin there should be something soft that does not rub as you walk and bend. Choose a fit that does not ride up at the back when you lean over a table. A thin layer is better than a thick one, because then you can easily put more on top.

Socks for hours of walking

You walk on hard ground for hours, and the feet notice first. Soft, dense socks without coarse seams make a big difference, and you can see the options among the bamboo socks. Bring a spare pair if the day turns wet, so you can change without getting cold.

A warm layer for the morning

The first hours are often cold, especially if you stand still at a stall. A soft sweatshirt over the inner layer holds warmth and can come off when the sun gets stronger. You can see the selection among the bamboo sweat for men and women if you want something soft to wear.

Fit when you bend

You lift, bend and stretch all day, so clothes must not pull. Choose a fit with a little room over the hips and back, so you do not tug at the fabric when you lean over a box. A slightly longer top covers the lower back when you bend over.

Pockets and bags

You need your hands for carrying, bargaining and paying, so think about how you carry your things. A bag over the shoulder presses on your clothes, so choose a soft fabric that is not marked by a strap or edge. Less in the pockets means less rubbing during a long day.

When you sweat under the warm layer

As the sun comes out and you walk around, you warm up under the sweatshirt. Take it off before you sweat, and tie it around your waist or put it in your bag. It is better to have one layer too few than one too many, since you can always put it back on.

Home again

When you get home, you will want something soft to wear. You can see what is available in the range for women if you want something calm for the rest of the day. Hang your clothes to air and wash them following the care label, usually at a low temperature and without fabric softener.

Frequently asked questions

Which socks are best for many hours of walking?

Choose soft, dense socks without coarse seams so they do not rub. Bring a spare pair if the ground is wet, so you can change and have warm, dry feet again.

How many layers do I need on a cold morning?

Two to three thin layers are often enough: a soft layer next to the skin and a sweatshirt over it. Then you can take it off when the sun comes out and put it back on if the clouds return.

What do I do if I sweat under the sweatshirt?

Take it off before you start sweating, and tie it around your waist or put it in your bag. Moisture on the skin makes you cold when you stand still, so better one layer too few than too many.

You can find the full range at Copenhagen Bamboo.