Sweat for autumn and spring

Short answer: Spring and autumn are the best seasons for sweat fabric. The temperature sits between eight and eighteen degrees, and then sweat is the only layer you need over a T-shirt. Mornings and evenings can be cold, so choose something easy to take off.

Eight to eighteen degrees

In that range, a T-shirt is too little and a jacket too much. A sweatshirt or hoodie hits the mark, because it gives enough warmth on a cool morning without feeling heavy when the sun comes out. That makes sweat one of the most worn pieces in spring and autumn. See bamboo sweat for men and women.

Mornings and evenings are coldest

Temperatures swing a lot in spring and autumn. A morning can start at a few degrees and end at double that by midday. So a layer you can take off during the day is the practical choice. A zip hoodie is easy to open, and a sweatshirt comes off quickly. See bamboo hoodie men.

With a T-shirt underneath

A thin layer that moves moisture sits closest to the skin and keeps the sweat fabric from feeling clammy. If you walk fast to the bus or cycle to work, you sweat a little even when it is cool. A bamboo viscose T-shirt absorbs the moisture. See the styles in men's bamboo sweatshirt.

Sweat and rain

Sweat is not made for rain. The fabric absorbs water and turns heavy and cold when wet. In spring and autumn, it is worth bringing a water repellent layer when the forecast is uncertain. The sweat keeps you warm underneath, and the outer layer keeps the rain out. That way the same sweat works on dry and wet days.

Hoodie or sweatshirt

A hoodie adds a little warmth at the neck and a hood for a sudden shower. A sweatshirt is simpler and fits better under a jacket, as there is no hood taking up space. Many people own both and choose by the weather. On windy autumn days the hood is handy, while a sweatshirt suits mild spring days.

Sweatpants for cool days

Spring and autumn are also good seasons for sweatpants. At home and for local errands, they keep your legs warm without feeling heavy. They go well with a sweatshirt or hoodie in the same fabric. For work or longer trips, many switch to jeans or other trousers but keep the sweat on top.

Washing and care through the season

In the wet months, sweat gets worn a lot and washed more often. Turn it inside out, wash at a low temperature and let it air dry. If it is cold outside, dry it indoors on a rack. Avoid laying it directly on a radiator, and the fabric stays soft and keeps its shape.

How much you need

Two to three sweat pieces cover most needs in spring and autumn. A sweatshirt, a hoodie and perhaps a pair of sweatpants let you swap while one is in the wash. Choose neutral colours so the pieces combine with each other and with the clothes you already own. That way they get worn more often.

Frequently asked questions

How many sweat pieces do you need for autumn

Two to three. A sweatshirt, a hoodie and perhaps a pair of sweatpants, so you have something to change into while one is in the wash.

Is sweat enough in the rain

No. Sweat fabric absorbs water and gets heavy. You need a water repellent layer on top, so the sweat can keep you warm underneath.

Can you wear sweat in winter

Yes, as a middle layer under an outer layer. On its own it is not enough in the cold, but under a jacket it holds warmth well.