15 Stylish Ways To Stay Protected Under The Sun
Updated: Jul. 16, 2019
Arm yourself with sunscreen and a great sense of style. Here are our picks for covering up while keeping it chic.
Keeping your cool with summer layers
While there’s no question SPF is a must when you’re out in the sun, experts agree that covering up is equally important when it comes to protecting your skin from harmful UV rays. Here are 15 stylish ways to shield yourself this summer.
Swim side
Talk about a win-win: Safeguard your skin while supporting model Liya Kebede’s Lemlem Foundation. The proceeds of this line helps to improve the lives of African women.
Joe Fresh x Lemlem Cover Up, $29 at joefresh.com.
In the shades
Oversized shades offer added protection for the delicate skin around the eyes. And they’re even better when they offer UV protection.
Ollie Quinn Jelka sunglasses, $145 at olliequinn.ca.
Best Health Tip: For enhanced eye protection, look for polarized lenses, which reduce the reflective glare that leads to eye strain.
To the brim
Look no further than this sequin-lettered sun hat for a statement-making way to top off your summer vacation looks.
Eugenia Kim Summer Straw Sun Hat, approximately $72.65 at ebay.ca.
Leg up
Why sacrifice comfort for style? Sport a pair of lightweight, wide-leg pants featuring subtle vertical stripes for a leg-lengthening look.
Cotton-Linen Stripe Wide-Leg Pants, $59.95 at Gap and gapcanada.ca.
Neck and call
Add this to your summer layers: A breezy scarf shields the fragile skin of your décolletage while sprucing up your warm-weather wardrobe.
Printed Linear Scarf, $19.94 at oldnavy.gapcanada.ca.
Top notch
With a UPF 50 (like an SPF for clothing), this sporty top provides an extra layer of protection while you enjoy your favourite activities under the sun.
Sun Shirt, $89 at jcrew.com.
Sole sensation
It’s easy to forget to put sunscreen on your feet, so skip the sandals (and the sunburn) and choose a pair of light-as-air sneakers instead.
Native Shoes Apollo Moc in Clay Pink Solid, $100 at nativeshoes.com.
Swim fan
Dive stylishly (and sensibly!) into summer with a printed one-piece bathing suit.
June Swimwear x Cantoro Clara reversible one-piece swimsuit, $100 at Simons.
Shorts story
These shorts are crafted from UPF 50+ fabric, making them a perfect pick for running errands on a hot summer day.
Rincon Short, US$49 at athleta.gap.com.
White on
A floaty white dress will keep you cool and covered up at the same time.
Azura Australia dress, $116 at Bikini Village and bikinivillage.com.
Best Health Tip: Choose a convertible neckline that lets you decide how much — or little — skin to show.
Surf’s up
Save your skin in a stylish rash guard (surf speak for a long-sleeve swim top) that looks just as good on the surf line as it does on the street.
Lolë Whitehaven Rashguard in Lichen Santa Fe, $60 at lolewomen.com.
Cool headed
The sun can be just as harsh on your hair as it is on your skin. Shield both your strands and your face with a sweat-wicking baseball cap.
Baller Run Hat, $38 at shop.lululemon.com.
Go long
A printed maxi dress protects your gams and goes from patio brunch to cocktail party in breezy style.
Halter maxi dress, $59.90 at reitmans.com.
Toe the line
No pedicure? No problem. Closed-toe flats are a chic and sun-protective pick for unpolished feet.
Poppy Barley D’Orsay Flat in Honey and Black, $225 at shop.poppybarley.com.
Sun stash
Complete your summer layers with an eye-catching tote that’s big enough to fit all your sun-protection essentials, including lightweight layers, a wide-brim hat and bottle of sunscreen.
La Plage Bag, $195 at Tuck Shop Trading Co. in Toronto.
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