Packing the essentials before a trip can be stressful, especially with escalating airline prices for checked luggage. So whether it’s to benefit your pocket or just to give you a sense of breathing space, it can pay to take less with you. With that in mind, one company has just unveiled a self-cleaning t-shirt that makes it easier than ever to free up some space and travel light.

Created by HercLéon, the Apollo Travel T-Shirt is made with a special material that they have named HercFibér that includes copper fibres, beech-fibres and spandex. According to the company, the clothing is stain resistant, self-cleaning, extra lightweight, moisture–wicking, and has a level of softness similar to silk. The t-shirts are also mould and odour resistant and offer UV protection, while they have been designed to be sweat-, wrinkle- and shrink-resistant and quick-drying. Available in navy blue, grey and black, they are aimed at hikers, campers, frequent business travellers and those wishing to make more eco-friendly choices.

“The t-shirt was inspired by a love of travel and a hate of luggage and the fees involved. We wanted to find a way that would allow people to travel for weeks with just a backpack. We were also conscious of pollution and making choices that benefit the environment. A good way to reduce our waste is to reduce our need to wash our clothes, and by doing this we’ll have clothes that look better and lasts for longer, ” Wes from HercLéon told Lonely Planet.

The science behind the Apollo Travel T-Shirt is based around the chosen material’s ability to kill the growth of odour-causing bacteria. “In the future, we’ll release more style options for casual, working professional and fitness settings. Our goal is to replace your closet with self-cleaning clothes so you don’t have to do laundry when you’re at home or when you’re travelling, ” Wes said.

The Apollo Travel T-Shirt is currently being funded on Kickstarter. More information is available at the official website.

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