A rash guard or sun shirt protects you from sun damage and rough ocean conditions, and can be worn as a base layer underneath a wetsuit, or paired with shorts and a wetsuit vest to customize your gear to your sport. You can also choose to wear a rash guard or sunshirt off the beach, especially when you want protection from damaging UV rays.

Ladies Rash Guard and Sun Shirt Options

Women's rash guards and sun shirts are made of lightweight nylon, spandex, or polyester. They are available in fitted styles that are best for active days in the water, and can be worn for surfing, waterskiing, windsurfing or kiteboarding. Looser-fitting women’s rash guards (often called sun shirts) provide UV protection and are a good choice for more relaxed days when you’re in and out of the water. You don’t have to limit a rash guard or sun shirt to the beach! Since they are quick-drying, odor resistant, and provide UV protection, they are a great alternative to a traditional t-shirt. Both fitted and looser styles are available in sleeveless, short sleeve, and long sleeve models.