Swim Shirts

There are many names for fairly similar garments: rashie, rashy, rash guard, rash vest, surf shirt, or water shirt. They may refer to different uses. We intend to clarify this here.

The advantage of swim shirts versus simply wearing a T-shirt is that they are designed to be worn in the water and don't get heavy or waterlogged. You barely notice a well fitting shirt when swimming. Enjoy the feel of the water flowing through the fabric, a very pleasant experience.

Swim shirts are now part of today's regular swimming kit for beach and swimming pools. Wear them under bouyancy aids, lifevests, or wetsuits to protect your skin from uncomfortable chafing and skin irritation. There is a wide variety for different sports, from the quick drying tee-shirt to hooded outdoor shirts with clever zips and other features. Sizes come in small right up to 3XL and 4XL.

Sun safety in the water is probably the main reason why swim shirts became so popular and fashionable. Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation they block over 95% of harmful UV rays. Designed with lightweight and quick-drying fabrics, these shirts offer UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) to shield your skin from harmful UV rays. Protection lasts all day unlike sunscreens.

You can enjoy them for extended periods anywhere you need sun protection or want to look good. With a variety of colors and patterns to choose from, you can rock a cool and sporty look while enjoying your swim. On cooler days wear other clothes on top for added warmth, like an anorak or hoodie to reduce windchill. You can choose a full length zip, short zip, or no zip.

Designed for the Water

Unlike a regular T-shirt, swimshirts are made from synthetic performance fabrics that dry quickly, stretch comfortably, resist chlorine and saltwater, and protect your skin from UV exposure. A sporty swim shirt can be worn all day, in and out of the water, so it’s ideal for those summer days at the beach or in the pool.

Styles

Swim shirts come in these main categories: