breathable
adjective
breath·able
ˈbrē-t͟hə-bəl 
1
: suitable for breathing
breathable air
2
: allowing air to pass through : porous
a breathable synthetic fabric
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The short sleeves and drapey fabric are breathable for sunny days to come.
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Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
Cotton wide-leg pants make for an easy, breathable alternative to denim.
—Irina Grechko, Vogue, 18 June 2026
Made from an ultra-soft cotton blend material, these three tanks are highly breathable, slightly stretchy, and comfortable.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 17 June 2026
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Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
Cotton wide-leg pants make for an easy, breathable alternative to denim.
—Irina Grechko, Vogue, 18 June 2026
Made from an ultra-soft cotton blend material, these three tanks are highly breathable, slightly stretchy, and comfortable.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 17 June 2026
Best cooling vests Top cooling vest Lightweight and breathable, this cooling vest is perfect for anyone spending extensive time outdoors in high temperatures for work.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
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“Breathable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathable. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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