Which Fabrics Actually Keep You Cool
Cotton, linen, mul and Kota Doria — how they compare, and why rayon feels cool but is not.
Weave matters as much as fibre. A tightly woven cotton can be hotter than a loose linen.
- Mul cotton — the lightest everyday option, softens with washing.
- Linen — cool and durable, creases as part of the deal.
- Kota Doria — an open square weave that weighs almost nothing.
- Khadi — hand-spun, breathable, warm in winter and cool in summer.
- Rayon — feels cool at first but holds moisture against the skin.
Colour matters too: loose and light beats tight and dark at 42°C.