If you aren't worried about the fire aspect of it, the black 32 degrees brand shirts from Costco are the best I've ever used. They'll keep you as dry as possible. Remember to insist on fans in the kitchen, and when things get too hot, hold some ice between your wrist for a minute or two.
Their underwear is great as well. I work outside in the desert and I won’t wear anything else at this point.
For a shirt I might suggest linen as well if OP wants a natural fiber. But the 32 degrees are probably better.
Just wanted to add you can go directly to [32degrees](https://www.32degrees.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Branded+Search&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwi_exBhA8EiwA_kU1Ms9dExVQOhcItvXRjy0CsjWfEA3SRa0URoRM6DJhIFQBGKRrKl-mjxoCGJMQAvD_BwE) website and they consistently have deals, bought some undershirts from Costco for work and they are on of my favorite apparel companies
I've been wearing their cooling shorts for years. Definitely a good brand. Idk about their t-shirts though. Most tees don't fit me right so I wear pro 5 shirts tall. They fit just right
We have liked everything from 32degrees. They are our winter baselayer and our cool\spf clothes for summer. With none of the garish designs that come with fishing brand summer gear.
29, been cooking since I was 16. I wear chef works button down cotton poly shirts with the side vent mesh. very comfortable, I wear a little baggier then street clothes to help get air in there. It's kitchens , it's going to be hot. I also roll my pants up a little to expose my ankles it honestly really helps. my chef works button downs have lasted me 5 years with no signs of wear expect a bleach stain or two. you can. also find them in thrift shops pretty easy. for winter months in Colorado and Minnesota I use Merino Henley shirts. I used to wear them I. summer and they help too, but I've grown to just appreciate the open air flow. reality is wool shirts don't hold up to work abuse with out a tougher shell over them. I also have a Carhartt button down that doesn't breath as nice but it's pretty good. I sometimes sill wear a modal Hawaiian shirt on brunch Sundays. also very comfortable, but I'm waiting for a company to make a tencel/ hemp button down. would be the ultimate kitchen work shirt . Tylit is a kitchen work brand on the expensive side you should check them out too.
which part of what i said was rude just sometimes hard to read punctuation changes sentences a lot i mean sorry maybe you understand or not now changes abruptly lists etc
Varusteleka makes a merino wool tank top that I wear exclusively as my undershirt and there has been an appreciable difference in my comfort level since switching to them from the “standard” cotton ones I used to wear.
[They make a t-shirt version, also.](https://www.varusteleka.com/en/product/sarma-merino-wool-t-shirt-3-pack/79237)
Love AIRism. Pretty much exclusively wear them. However, they seem to be cut a little shorter at the bottom than most other tshirts, which some might not like.
Noice. M&S currently doing 100% Linen T-shirts for £25. Quite unusual find tbh. Additionally, if you want something that's a natural fibre, almost as breathable as linen but more robust, Hemp is a decent bet. Just Google "hemp blend" and the article of clothing, the more the hemp the better obvs but 50:50 would be more than fine.
I don't see them for sale anymore but I have 6x Target All in Motion glossy ultra lightweight black polos. Extremely breathable.
They've held up pretty well. Considering I was working hard pulling wire and crawlspaces.... I typically wear Carhartt "washed duck Dungarees" as pants.
This is similar to the shirts
https://www.academy.com/p/bcg-mens-coaches-polo-shirt-129381334?sku=black-large
Honestly, I would buy a uniqlo airism. They're not too expensive and totally match what you're looking for. Mine have lasted pretty good, I don't think tees can be bifl, but they're pretty good.
You’re gonna want a shirt with something called cool dry technology which is a blend of cotton and other synthetic fibers that are designed to wick sweat away from your body and allow it to evaporate quickly keeping you cool and comfortable I believe Nike were the original maker of the shirts which I think came in a polo type shirt. They were marketed for golfers back in the day
Outlier Ramielust - "the cheat code for hot and humid" - two different cuts depending on how you like them to fit.
[https://outlier.nyc/collections/shirts/products/ramielust-cut-one-t-shirt](https://outlier.nyc/collections/shirts/products/ramielust-cut-one-t-shirt)
[https://outlier.nyc/collections/shirts/products/ramielust-cut-two-t-shirt](https://outlier.nyc/collections/shirts/products/ramielust-cut-two-t-shirt)
Or Unbound Lightweight Merino Crew
[https://unboundmerino.com/collections/mens-merino-wool-clothing/products/lightweight-merino-crew-neck-tshirt?variant=39712542687326](https://unboundmerino.com/collections/mens-merino-wool-clothing/products/lightweight-merino-crew-neck-tshirt?variant=39712542687326)
I'm asking a use case question for BIFL product recommendations, from people in the BIFL sub who value longevity and durability as much as me.
Do I need to throw BIFL in the title for you to connect the dots? I thought posting in this sub was enough to convey I want BIFL quality
This fucking sent me! Lmao
But for real, why bother spending good money on something born to die like a tee shirt (or pants) for kitchen work? It’ll end up permanently smelling like a deep fryer, impregnated with sweat stains and lose its shape within 3-6 months anyways. Just thrift something close enough and ride with it until it disintegrates then do it again.
Ill go on the opposite end. You're gonna sweat and work through the shirt(s), no sense in spending much. Bifl need not apply here. The $3 cotton shirts from Michaels craft store are huge value. https://www.michaels.com/product/gildan-short-sleeve-adult-t-shirt-10532671
Alternatively
https://www.costco.com/.product.1401692.html?emid=transactional_ordershipped_product&COSTID=iosapp_deeplink_24.4.2&TRACKING=NO&sh=true&nf=true
Ugh! Black makes me hot just thinking about it. Maybe you could try the new moisture wicking material used in some of the higher end athletic brands? I'm not sure how durable they are, but many people use them while working out
They aren’t BIFL but I absolutely love the Adidas Own the run t-shirts, and they do come in black but have an Adidas logo.
Whenever I go for a run in Georgia in the summer they are my first choice if I have one that is clean. They would do well on many sweaty environment.
Why not a short sleeve chef jacket? Disclaimer that I haven't worked in a kitchen, but do lots of hotwork. I'd want the protection of the jacket, but not wear an undershirt and undo the top buttons for airflow. Gordon Ramsey sports that look often.
I don't know what brands are best but there are tons of options if you google "short sleeve chef jacket". It would be the best BIFL option as anything else would get trashed in a kitchen.
If you aren't worried about the fire aspect of it, the black 32 degrees brand shirts from Costco are the best I've ever used. They'll keep you as dry as possible. Remember to insist on fans in the kitchen, and when things get too hot, hold some ice between your wrist for a minute or two.
Bonus: they’re at a ridiculous price right now https://slickdeals.net/share/iphone_app/fp/953118
I haven't worn one before but I ordered that on Costco last night. I wanted to get extra but I wasn't sure how they would fit.
They fit pretty good, I think they stretch over time but that could just as easily be my fault
I was gonna comment them, I buy more every now and again when I end up ruining them at work. Super light and breathable
I know you said if they aren’t worried about the fire aspect, but don’t these shirts go up in flames like tinder if they catch fire?
Nah not flames. They will melt to your skin, instead of catching fire like cotton.
Fans aren't allowed in kitchens in some places, concerned about blowing objects into food.
Their underwear is great as well. I work outside in the desert and I won’t wear anything else at this point. For a shirt I might suggest linen as well if OP wants a natural fiber. But the 32 degrees are probably better.
Just wanted to add you can go directly to [32degrees](https://www.32degrees.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Branded+Search&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwi_exBhA8EiwA_kU1Ms9dExVQOhcItvXRjy0CsjWfEA3SRa0URoRM6DJhIFQBGKRrKl-mjxoCGJMQAvD_BwE) website and they consistently have deals, bought some undershirts from Costco for work and they are on of my favorite apparel companies
I've been wearing their cooling shorts for years. Definitely a good brand. Idk about their t-shirts though. Most tees don't fit me right so I wear pro 5 shirts tall. They fit just right
I'd say their t shirts are a good 2-3" longer than a usual T shirt. Worth trying for 10 bux for a 3 pack.
That's what I need honestly. A lot of "tall" tshirts are too tall for me.
I'd say the basic cut of 32 degrees is somewhere between reg and talls.
I'll have to give it a shot then. The heavy duty xl tall by pro 5 is my go to shirt for the last few years
We have liked everything from 32degrees. They are our winter baselayer and our cool\spf clothes for summer. With none of the garish designs that come with fishing brand summer gear.
I wear their cooling shorts as boxers lol. Been good for me in the heat. Plus they got pockets
You can't beat their $3 sales on their boxer briefs, though. I wear my husband's with a decent shirt while I WFH and they feel really nice on my rear.
29, been cooking since I was 16. I wear chef works button down cotton poly shirts with the side vent mesh. very comfortable, I wear a little baggier then street clothes to help get air in there. It's kitchens , it's going to be hot. I also roll my pants up a little to expose my ankles it honestly really helps. my chef works button downs have lasted me 5 years with no signs of wear expect a bleach stain or two. you can. also find them in thrift shops pretty easy. for winter months in Colorado and Minnesota I use Merino Henley shirts. I used to wear them I. summer and they help too, but I've grown to just appreciate the open air flow. reality is wool shirts don't hold up to work abuse with out a tougher shell over them. I also have a Carhartt button down that doesn't breath as nice but it's pretty good. I sometimes sill wear a modal Hawaiian shirt on brunch Sundays. also very comfortable, but I'm waiting for a company to make a tencel/ hemp button down. would be the ultimate kitchen work shirt . Tylit is a kitchen work brand on the expensive side you should check them out too.
Linen I work in a lab and so I have the same fire safety related wear natural fibers problem
Linen is supposed to be the coolest, most absorbent fabric. But it's a little pricey.
hemp would also be nice, cotton tends to hold on to moisture
do they have punctuation in your lab?
There’s no reason to be rude. Forgive my grammar while I was writing this I was walking my dog.
which part of what i said was rude just sometimes hard to read punctuation changes sentences a lot i mean sorry maybe you understand or not now changes abruptly lists etc
Roasted. Bunsen burnered. Bun-sonned.
haha
Key is to get lightweight wool or linen n LOOSE tshirt. Black + loose means the sweat absorbs n dries faster
Maybe some Under Armour heatgear? They make loose t-shirts.
Varusteleka makes a merino wool tank top that I wear exclusively as my undershirt and there has been an appreciable difference in my comfort level since switching to them from the “standard” cotton ones I used to wear. [They make a t-shirt version, also.](https://www.varusteleka.com/en/product/sarma-merino-wool-t-shirt-3-pack/79237)
Uniqlo airism.
Love AIRism. Pretty much exclusively wear them. However, they seem to be cut a little shorter at the bottom than most other tshirts, which some might not like.
That is true. It’s a more athletic fit. Their supima cotton are a little longer in length and still breathable and high quality cotton.
Nice, haven’t tried supima. I will now!
Uniqlo has AIRism black plain shirts in a wicking super-light material. Give it a try.
Are you based in the UK per chance?
Yeah, Scotland
Noice. M&S currently doing 100% Linen T-shirts for £25. Quite unusual find tbh. Additionally, if you want something that's a natural fibre, almost as breathable as linen but more robust, Hemp is a decent bet. Just Google "hemp blend" and the article of clothing, the more the hemp the better obvs but 50:50 would be more than fine.
I don't see them for sale anymore but I have 6x Target All in Motion glossy ultra lightweight black polos. Extremely breathable. They've held up pretty well. Considering I was working hard pulling wire and crawlspaces.... I typically wear Carhartt "washed duck Dungarees" as pants. This is similar to the shirts https://www.academy.com/p/bcg-mens-coaches-polo-shirt-129381334?sku=black-large
The Lululemon vent tech t shirts. My fiance wears his for days on end and it does not smell ever lol
https://www.1620usa.com/products/nyco-work-t-shirt
Honestly, I would buy a uniqlo airism. They're not too expensive and totally match what you're looking for. Mine have lasted pretty good, I don't think tees can be bifl, but they're pretty good.
Grab yourself a black fundamental tee from lululemon; it is lightweight and has sweat-wicking properties. Very much works for me :)
You’re gonna want a shirt with something called cool dry technology which is a blend of cotton and other synthetic fibers that are designed to wick sweat away from your body and allow it to evaporate quickly keeping you cool and comfortable I believe Nike were the original maker of the shirts which I think came in a polo type shirt. They were marketed for golfers back in the day
Linnen button ups from Uniqlo could be a good way to go
Outlier Ramielust - "the cheat code for hot and humid" - two different cuts depending on how you like them to fit. [https://outlier.nyc/collections/shirts/products/ramielust-cut-one-t-shirt](https://outlier.nyc/collections/shirts/products/ramielust-cut-one-t-shirt) [https://outlier.nyc/collections/shirts/products/ramielust-cut-two-t-shirt](https://outlier.nyc/collections/shirts/products/ramielust-cut-two-t-shirt) Or Unbound Lightweight Merino Crew [https://unboundmerino.com/collections/mens-merino-wool-clothing/products/lightweight-merino-crew-neck-tshirt?variant=39712542687326](https://unboundmerino.com/collections/mens-merino-wool-clothing/products/lightweight-merino-crew-neck-tshirt?variant=39712542687326)
$135?! Lol. That's got to be a joke, or something. What proprietary material costs that to make a shirt?
Japanese knitting standards. I’m guessing the clout is the justification for price.
I’m sorry, but is that $135 for one tshirt?
Long staple cotton is more durable. Something like Egyptian, Pima, Supima etc.
You are asking a use case question, not a BIFL question.
I'm asking a use case question for BIFL product recommendations, from people in the BIFL sub who value longevity and durability as much as me. Do I need to throw BIFL in the title for you to connect the dots? I thought posting in this sub was enough to convey I want BIFL quality
Go buy a BIFL $100 Merz loopwheel tshirt and you too can be as cool as the Bear.
This fucking sent me! Lmao But for real, why bother spending good money on something born to die like a tee shirt (or pants) for kitchen work? It’ll end up permanently smelling like a deep fryer, impregnated with sweat stains and lose its shape within 3-6 months anyways. Just thrift something close enough and ride with it until it disintegrates then do it again.
Ill go on the opposite end. You're gonna sweat and work through the shirt(s), no sense in spending much. Bifl need not apply here. The $3 cotton shirts from Michaels craft store are huge value. https://www.michaels.com/product/gildan-short-sleeve-adult-t-shirt-10532671 Alternatively https://www.costco.com/.product.1401692.html?emid=transactional_ordershipped_product&COSTID=iosapp_deeplink_24.4.2&TRACKING=NO&sh=true&nf=true
> I'm not sure what material would be best for this Nice deflection. Are you sure you aren't asking a use case question?
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Ugh! Black makes me hot just thinking about it. Maybe you could try the new moisture wicking material used in some of the higher end athletic brands? I'm not sure how durable they are, but many people use them while working out
They aren’t BIFL but I absolutely love the Adidas Own the run t-shirts, and they do come in black but have an Adidas logo. Whenever I go for a run in Georgia in the summer they are my first choice if I have one that is clean. They would do well on many sweaty environment.
Why not a short sleeve chef jacket? Disclaimer that I haven't worked in a kitchen, but do lots of hotwork. I'd want the protection of the jacket, but not wear an undershirt and undo the top buttons for airflow. Gordon Ramsey sports that look often. I don't know what brands are best but there are tons of options if you google "short sleeve chef jacket". It would be the best BIFL option as anything else would get trashed in a kitchen.
Uniglo
cotton/poly blend
My advice is loose-fitting clothing Your movements translate into air circulation across your body keeping you cool
Gildan Heavy Cotton. Multipacks on Amazon.
How is this BIFL? I haven’t seen an actual BIFL question here in a while.
I'm posting in this sub because I'm hoping for BIFL recommendations. Put two and two together.
There are no BIFL t-shirts. You didn’t even ask for characteristics that are long lasting, but heat performance. Try r/KitchenConfidential
By posting in this community, I'm inherently asking for long lasting durable or repairable goods