Dressing for the Final Frontier: What Can You Wear in Space?

Make sure you pick your space outfit well, you'll be in it for a while.

By Jake Parks
Sep 3, 2024 1:00 PM
Space clothes in a suitcase
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Imagine packing for a trip to space. Your suitcase would contain apparel that is much different from your usual vacation gear. Instead of swimsuits, flip-flops, and sun hats, you'll need life-supporting attire — gear that can protect you from the vacuum of space, extreme temperatures, and harmful radiation.

But what do astronauts really wear in space? Let’s unpack the essentials.

The Space Suit: Your Personal Spacecraft

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