Nike Tech Helios

I'm always on the hunt for casual collared shirts that are functional and styling and this scratches both of those itches. When the shirt first arrived I wasnt too sure I was going to like it. Out of the packaging it was very big, The body is wide and boxy and the sleeves were longer than I expected. Once I through it on though, I knew this was gonna be a go to summer shirt for me. Despite being a bigger, boxier cut than I'm used too it fit surprisingly well. That sizing that I was concerned about initially ended up being this shirts super power because man is it breathable. The light fabric and strategically placed materials really help this shirt breath and when the wind blows you can feel it come through the shirt in spots and provide some relief from the brutal summer heat. This shirt has quickly become one of my go-tos this summer. My one and only small complaint is the color options. I got black because its the most versatile but it seems like such a shame that a shirt this light and breezy doesnt come in more summer friendly colors. All in all I cant recommend this shirt enough, great for everyday wear near perfect all the way around.

I liked how light it felt on my body and that it was easy to move in. I like the black color, I couldn’t really tell too much about the design since it was black. There was also a pocket that isn’t a pocket or sleeve of some sort on the inside that I’m not sure of its purpose. The fabric allowed me to stay cool in the heat. I was able to play tennis in it and it allowed me to have sun protection and gave me a lot of flexibility to move around and hit on the court. I really liked the fact that I could dress it up with some nice shorts or use it during an activity where I’ll have to work hard. And pocket on the front or sleeve would be nice to hold some cards or a phone. Maybe even zippered or removable sleeves would be cool, then I can go sleeveless and get a tan while outside. .

The new Nike lifestyle collection seems to be tailored towards people who want a functional yet casual, everyday look. The black Nike tech Helios shirt is exactly that - it looks like a casual lightweight shirt for the outdoors - from a day outside at the beach, to hiking, to going out in the evening. It’s breathable and has UPF 40 sun protection. I love how soft and light it is. I sweat a lot when I’m outside but this shirt keeps me cool and dry. It’s the perfect shirt for the outdoors. I would love to see this in more colors with a more slimmer fit.