I’ll be honest with you. I didn’t love this shirt the first time I tried it on. The oversized fit felt a bit too much for my personal style. But after giving it another shot with high-waisted jeans, I’m completely sold on the Free Fly Women’s Elevate Lightweight Tee.

Here’s what changed my mind and why this has become one of my go-to travel shirts.

Why I love this lightweight tee

The Elevate Lightweight Tee is exactly what you want in a travel shirt: lightweight, packable, breathable and built for performance. The weight is ideal for warm weather trips, but I also love it for shoulder season layering under a hoodie, fleece or flannel.

What really stands out is how soft this fabric is. That’s no surprise coming from Free Fly, a brand that (in my experience) focuses so much on fabric feel. The ultra-lightweight lyocell blend doesn’t weigh you down, and the four-way stretch moves with you whether you’re hiking, exploring a new city or just running errands.

The fit that works for everyone

This tee is made to be loose, relaxed and semi-cropped. As someone on the shorter side, I find it’s most flattering when tucked into something high or mid-waisted—shorts, jeans or even leggings work great.

Taller or average-height women will have no issue with the cropped style and it will look really flattering no matter how it’s worn. The boxy fit gives it that modern, effortless look that’s perfect for both workouts and everyday wear.

One thing to keep in mind is that it runs a little big compared to true-to-size pieces like the Free Fly Fleece Hoodie. I’d recommend sizing down if you’re between sizes.

Perfect for travel

The packability of this shirt is incredible. It packs up super small in luggage, especially if you use a packing cube to compress it even more. The quick-dry fabric means you can wash it in a hotel sink and it’ll be ready to wear the next day.

With UPF 25+ sun protection, it’s perfect for those days when shade is hard to come by. The drirelease® tech wicks moisture away and dries quickly, so you stay comfortable even on the hottest, muggiest days.

My first impressions

This is my first time really putting this tee through its paces, and I’m impressed with how versatile it is. Whether I’m layering it under a jacket for cooler weather or wearing it solo on a hot day, it performs exactly as advertised.

The HeiQ® Fresh odor control is a nice touch for travel—no one wants to worry about their shirt holding onto smells after a long day of exploring.

If you’re looking for a lightweight travel tee that’s both comfortable and functional, the Free Fly Women’s Elevate Lightweight Tee delivers on all fronts.

Next steps

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For more lightweight travel shirts, check out our Best Travel T-Shirts for Women roundup.

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