Prioritise moisture transport
In high heat, fabric must spread moisture and dry quickly without becoming transparent. Dense but breathable interlock and fine performance piqué can offer both coverage and comfort.
Keep one light layer
Air-conditioned interiors can feel dramatically cooler. A compact long-sleeve top or light track jacket gives useful coverage without the bulk of winter fleece.
Measure rather than convert
UAE retail labels vary by brand. Use chest, waist, hip and inside-leg measurements as the source of truth, then treat UK, EU and US equivalents as references only.