Red Original Women's Performance Tee

Ultimate functional women’s top for active lifestyles

The Red Original women’s functional top is an excellent choice for outdoor sports enthusiasts. It is primarily designed for active use, but the fabric is so soft and comfortable that you’ll happily wear it for an evening out, at work, or during a relaxed day at home.

It offers UPF 50+ protection against UV rays and features a discreet zippered pocket where you can store small essentials such as keys or cash.

What is a functional top?

A functional top, sometimes also called a sweat-wicking top, has long been recognized as a key base layer for anyone who enjoys outdoor sports. It is essential for hikers, SUP paddlers, cyclists, skiers, ski tourers, and anyone who moves actively in nature.

During physical activity, we sweat even in cold conditions. Wet clothing can quickly make us feel cold, especially once we stop moving. Functional tops are designed to wick moisture away from the skin and dry quickly, helping us stay comfortable.

Not all functional tops are created equal. A top is the first layer that protects our skin from environmental elements, so choosing a high-quality product truly matters. On colder days, this top can be easily combined with a Red Original performance sweater.

Why choose the Red Original functional women’s top?

The Red Original women’s functional top is developed by a team that refuses to compromise. For this reason, they selected premium Dri-Release™ fabric, specifically designed for active use and packed with impressive performance features.

The fabric dries quickly. Dri-Release™ dries up to four times faster than cotton.

It effectively wicks moisture away from the body. The Red Original women’s functional top pulls sweat away from the skin, helping you stay dry. In cooler conditions, it’s recommended to layer it with a breathable outer layer so moisture transport can continue. A great example is the Red Original performance sweater, also made from Dri-Release™ fabric.

It regulates body temperature. By moving moisture away from the body, the top also helps cool you down during activity, as some excess heat is released along with the moisture. This allows the top to adapt naturally to your current needs.

Dri-Release™ helps prevent unpleasant odors that can develop in sweaty clothing. This means the Red Original top can be worn for multiple days when needed, such as on trekking trips or multi-day SUP adventures.

All these performance benefits are the result of carefully engineered fiber combinations. The functionality is built directly into the fabric itself, not added through chemical treatments. Because of this, the top does not lose its performance properties with washing.

Technology

Dri-Release™ is an advanced quick-drying fabric used only by high-quality, globally recognized sportswear brands. It prevents odor development and efficiently wicks moisture away from the body, keeping you dry and comfortable during activity.