Khaki Poly Cotton Beekeeping Suit With Dual Veils, Gloves & Ankle Protector
- $135.00
$169.00- $135.00
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Benefits:
- Heavy duty pre shrunk poly cotton built for seasons, not months
- Full-body sting protection with sealed cuffs, ankles and covered zips
- Two veils included – Round 360° and Fencing, both fully removable
- Cow hide gloves included with long ventilated cuffs
- Ankle protectors included to seal the gap over boots
- Reinforced stitching at knees, seat, shoulders and all stress seams
- Sizes XXS–10XL plus Stout and Tall Slim fits
Chest
42 in
107 cm
Height
5′7″
170 cm
Subtotal:
$135.00
Product Details:
Khaki Poly Cotton Beekeeping Suit – Built for Beekeepers Who Work Every Week
If your suit sees real mileage, khaki earns its keep. This Poly Cotton Beekeeping Suit uses the same pre-shrunk heavyweight blend and full-coverage construction as our white and pink suits, finished in a khaki tone that shrugs off the propolis, soot, and honey marks that turn a white suit tired after one season. Khaki suits commercial operators, swarm collectors, and anyone running more than a couple of hives, and it stays presentable for pollination contracts, farm visits, and public demos.
Key Features
- Pre-Shrunk Poly Cotton Blend: a tightly woven polyester and cotton weave for strong sting resistance with the breathability of cotton, pre-shrunk so the size you order is the size you keep
- Solid Full Coverage: no ventilation gaps, the most straightforward barrier for cool-weather work, defensive colonies, and swarm retrieval
- Stain-Forgiving Khaki Finish: hides propolis, soot, and honey marks far better than white after repeated use in the field
- Dual Veil System: round 360° veil plus a fencing veil with flip-open front, both removable and washable
- Leather Gloves Included: long-cuff cow hide leather with elastic sleeve seals
- Ankle Protectors Included: zippered protectors close the gap between pant leg and boot
- Heavy-Duty YKK Zippers: at front, legs, and veil, with fabric storm flaps over the teeth
- Elastic Cuffs and Waist: plus Velcro closures at wrists and ankles for a bee-proof seal
- Zippered Pockets: chest, hip, and thigh, sized for a phone, hive tool, and queen cages
Benefits
- Built to be washed hard, propolis, smoker soot, and honey come out in a normal machine wash without the weave losing its shape or color
- Stays presentable through back-to-back yard visits, so you spend less time scrubbing and more time working hives
- Relaxed cut so it doesn't bind when you bend over a brood box
- Reinforced stitching at knees, seat, shoulders, and all stress seams
- 21 unisex sizes, XXS to 10XL, plus Stout and Tall Slim cuts (size finder on product page)
Ideal For
- Commercial beekeepers and sideliners running multiple yards a week
- Swarm collectors and removal specialists who need a tidy, professional look on customer property
- Pollination contracts, farm visits, and public demos
- Beekeepers tired of scrubbing stains out of a white suit
- Anyone who wants a durable, low-maintenance everyday suit
Care and Maintenance
Remove both veils, wash cold on a gentle cycle without bleach, and air dry away from heat. Propolis, smoker soot, and honey come out in a normal machine wash. Wipe the leather gloves with a damp cloth, never machine wash leather. Wash regularly in season since sting pheromones in fabric can agitate bees.
Why Choose Mellifera?
Mellifera Protective Clothing designs beekeeping suits, jackets, and trousers built for real apiary work and trusted by beekeepers across the USA. Most new, unopened items can be returned within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. This khaki suit is built to the exact same pre-shrunk poly cotton spec as our white and pink suits, only the color changes.
Why Beekeepers Choose This Suit
- Stays presentable: khaki hides propolis, soot, and honey marks a white suit shows within days
- Traditional full coverage: solid fabric with no ventilation gaps, for cool weather and defensive colonies
- Pre-shrunk fit: the size you order stays the size you keep, wash after wash
- Two veils included: round 360° veil plus a flip-open fencing veil, both removable
- Complete kit: leather gloves and zippered ankle protectors in the box
- Built to last: reinforced stitching, storm flaps over the zippers, and heavy-duty YKK closures throughout
Prefer a different color? The same suit is available in White and Pink. See the full Poly Cotton Beekeeping Suit collection, or step up to our 3 Layer Mesh Beekeeping Suit for maximum airflow in hot climates.
Why choose khaki over the white or pink suit?
All three share the exact same pre-shrunk poly cotton fabric, zips, and stress-point reinforcement, only the color changes. Khaki hides propolis, soot, and honey marks far better than white, making it the practical pick for beekeepers working multiple yards a week.
Is khaki suitable for commercial or professional use?
Yes. Khaki stays presentable through back-to-back yard visits, pollination contracts, farm calls, and public demos, where a stained white suit looks tired fast. It's a common choice for sideliners and commercial operators running several hives.
Does khaki really hide stains better than white?
Yes. Propolis, wax, and soot marks show clearly against white fabric but blend into the mid-tone khaki, so the suit looks cleaner between washes even with regular field use.
Does the color affect sting protection or bee behavior?
No. Khaki sits in the same light, low-contrast range as white and pink, so it keeps colonies just as calm. Fabric weight, weave tightness, and construction are identical across all three colors, nothing is downgraded for the shade.
Is it sting-proof?
The weave is tight enough that a honey bee sting cannot reach skin through it when worn loose over normal clothing. Stings only get through where fabric is pulled taut against the body, so avoid ordering too small and keep cuffs, ankles, and the veil zip sealed.
How does it hold up to frequent, heavy use?
Reinforced stitching at the knees, seat, shoulders, and stress seams, plus storm flaps over the zipper teeth, are built for beekeepers using the suit weekly rather than occasionally. Propolis, soot, and honey come out in a normal machine wash.
Which veil is better, round or fencing?
Both are included with the suit. The Round 360° Veil holds the mesh well away from your face for full all-round vision, preferred for frame-by-frame inspections. The Fencing Veil is lighter, lower profile, and flips open in a second for quick checks between yards.
What size should I order?
Take your normal clothing size. The cut is generous and designed to be worn over clothes, and the fabric is pre-shrunk. Size up if you are between sizes or wear heavy layers underneath. Stout and Tall Slim fits are available for body shapes a standard cut doesn't suit.
How should I wash and store it?
Remove the veils and gloves, machine wash cold or warm on a gentle cycle, and line dry. No bleach, no fabric softener, no hot tumble drying. Skipping bleach keeps the khaki even instead of blotchy. Store it fully dry, away from mice.
How long does this suit typically last with regular use?
With normal weekly use and the recommended cold, gentle wash cycle, the heavyweight poly cotton weave and reinforced stress points are built to hold their shape and protection over multiple seasons, even under frequent field wear.
Shipping
- Free worldwide shipping on every order, no minimum
- Processing time: 1-2 working days
- Delivery time: 8-10 working days (9-12 working days total)
- Tracking number sent by email once your order ships
Read our full Shipping Policy for customs, delays, and address details.
Returns & Refunds
- 30 days from delivery to request a return
- Item must be unused, unworn, with original tags and packaging
- Contact us before sending anything back
- Refunds processed within 3 business days of us receiving your return
- Defective or incorrect items: we cover return shipping and cost
Read our full Return & Refund Policy for exchange, EU cooling-off, and non-returnable item details.
Questions? Email info@melliferaprotectiveclothing.com or call +1 737-284-5852.
