3 Layer Super Cool Mesh Bee Jacket With Dual Veils & Gloves

Is a beekeeping jacket enough, or do I need a full bee suit?

For routine inspections a bee jacket is enough, since almost all defensive stings target the upper body and head. Add our ventilated beekeeping pants and you get the same coverage as a full suit in two pieces. Choose the one-piece 3 layer bee suit for cut-outs, swarm removals, or hot colonies where you want no waist gap at all.

Is this a sting proof bee jacket?

The 3 layer mesh construction holds the outer fabric away from your skin, so a stinger cannot reach through under normal working conditions. Wear a loose shirt underneath so nothing sits skin-tight, and keep the wrist cuffs snug. Bees cannot sting through the mesh the way they can through thin cotton clothing.

Which beekeeping veil should I choose, round or fencing?

You don't have to choose, both veils ship in the box. The round 360-degree bee veil holds its shape away from your face for the widest view and enough room to drink water. The fencing veil sits closer to the head, folds flat behind your shoulders like a hood, and flips open at the front for quick access.

Do I need to buy gloves or a veil separately?

No. Both veils and a pair of ventilated beekeeping gloves with soft leather palms are included, so nothing else is needed to start work. If you want spares or a matching bottom half, browse our full range of beekeeping protective clothing, where gloves and dual veils come with every suit, jacket, and jacket and trousers set.

What makes this the best ventilated bee jacket for hot weather?

The open-structure mesh lets air pass straight through the fabric instead of trapping it, so heat leaves your body rather than building up. That airflow is why beekeepers rate a breathable mesh bee jacket over solid poly-cotton beekeeping clothing for peak-summer inspections in hot, humid states.

Does this bee jacket protect against wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets?

The dense triple-layer mesh gives strong protection against honey bee stings and holds up well during general wasp, hornet, and yellow jacket encounters around the apiary. For deliberate nest removal, step up to a full ventilated bee suit so nothing is left open at the waist or ankles.

How much should a good beekeeping jacket cost?

Ventilated beekeeping jackets in the US typically run from around $100 to well over $250, and most list the veil and gloves as paid extras. This one includes both veils and a pair of gloves in the price, which is worth checking when you compare beekeeper jackets on price alone.

What size should I order, and is this bee jacket unisex?

It's unisex across all 21 sizes, from XXS to 10XL, with dedicated Stout and Tall Slim cuts, so plus size, tall, and petite beekeepers all get a proper fit. Order your normal clothing size and check the height-based size chart on this page.

Do you sell a women's beekeeping jacket or a pink bee jacket?

Yes. Every jacket is cut unisex from XXS upward, which fits most women without alteration, and the pink bee jacket is the same 3 layer mesh, dual veils, gloves, and hardware as the white and khaki versions. Only the color changes.

What's different about the khaki and pink bee jackets?

Only the color. The mesh layers, dual veils, gloves, zippers, and sizing all match exactly. Khaki hides propolis, soot, and dust better for daily field work, white reflects the most sun, and pink is simply a preference.

Can I wear this beekeeping jacket with another brand's trousers?

It's designed to pair with Mellifera mesh trousers for a matched fit and consistent protection. Mixing with another brand's bee suit pants may leave a gap at the waist that this jacket isn't sealed to close.

How do I wash and care for a mesh bee jacket?

Unzip both veils, then machine wash cold on a gentle cycle without bleach and air dry away from heat. High heat and bleach weaken mesh fibers over time. Wash your beekeeping clothes regularly in season, since sting pheromones left in the fabric can agitate bees on later visits.