T-shirts & polos

A women's technical tee, singlet or polo is far more than a basic top: it helps regulate your body temperature, moves sweat away from the skin and keeps you feeling fresh across multiple sessions. When choosing an Odlo women's top, three things matter most: the right material for your activity, the right fabric technology, and a fit that gives you full freedom of movement. Whether you're after a lightweight running t-shirt for hot summer days or a versatile polo for the trail, your choice should be guided by intensity, temperature and how long you'll be wearing it.

An Odlo performance shirt is engineered specifically for sport, it actively moves moisture away from the body rather than absorbing it. The fabrics are designed for quick drying, so you're never stuck in a damp layer after a hard effort. Technologies like Heiq Mint control odor development directly in the fabric, keeping the shirt noticeably fresher across multiple wears. A standard cotton t-shirt simply can't offer this, it holds onto moisture, dries slowly and quickly becomes uncomfortable during exercise.

An Odlo running t-shirt is built for maximum breathability and minimum weight, making it the right choice for high-intensity activities like running and training. Shirts featuring Cubic Light fabric dry exceptionally fast and perform best in warm conditions and at high heart rates. A polo is a great option for moderate efforts like hiking or multi-day trips: the longer cut, protective collar and integrated ventilation zones make it a versatile outdoor top that transitions easily from the trail to post-activity wear. Tank tops are the perfect choice for indoor training, offering absolute freedom of movement and ideal breathability for high-intensity sessions. Additionally, since you're training indoors, there’s no need for the sun protection required for outdoor workouts.

Material choice depends on your activity and the conditions you'll face. Polyester-based synthetic fabrics are ultralight, fast-drying and highly durable, the ideal pick for intense running and training in warm weather. Merino wool provides natural temperature regulation, is inherently antibacterial and performs across a wide range of activities of moderate intensities. Blends of TENCEL™ Lyocell and merino wool combine the softness of natural fibres with quick-drying performance, a strong choice for long days on the trail or multi-day adventures.

HeiQ Mint is a plant-based deodorizer built directly into the fabric. It controls malodor development on textiles, providing fabrics with a long-lasting odor control capability that keeps textiles smelling fresh all day long. The result is that Odlo women's shirts stay significantly fresher after repeated training sessions compared to untreated sportswear. This benefit is most noticeable on multi-day activities like trekking or long-distance trail running, where you're wearing the same kit for an extended period and washing isn't always an option.

Synthetic Odlo performance shirts can be machine-washed at 40°C — turn them inside out to protect any prints and technical properties. Avoid fabric softener entirely, as it permanently damages the moisture-wicking performance of the fabric. Shirts with a merino content should be washed on a delicate cycle at a maximum of 30°C using a specialist wool detergent. Air your shirts out between sessions, always check the care label, and wash only when necessary — this extends the life of the garment and preserves its technical performance over the long term. For more details, check our care guide.