FABRIC & CARE GUIDE

Coolibar Fabrics

Where innovation meets comfort in every UPF50+ thread.

Showing 26 fabrics

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3D Dri™

Our advanced 3Ddri™ fabric delivers cool comfort, travel ready durability, and superior moisture management. Ultra lightweight and woven with a subtle 3D grid pattern, it is engineered to wick away moisture quickly, keeping you dry and refreshed in warm or active conditions. Soft against the skin and easy to wear all day, this fabric is also stain resistant, water repellent, and packs effortlessly for life on the go. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we offer elegant apparel that blocks 98% of UVA and UVB rays, combining sun safety and performance you can trust.

Features

  • Ultra-lightweight with a soft, breathable feel
  • Wicks moisture fast to keep you dry and cool
  • Stain resistant and water repellent
  • Packs easily and blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays

Composition

100% Polyester

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Only non-chlorine bleach when needed; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Active
  • Travel

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Active Athlon™

Crafted with innovation, Active Athlon™ fabric offers cutting-edge performance, comfort, and top-tier UPF 50+ sun protection. With our unique Cooltect™ technology that speeds moisture wicking and an antimicrobial finish to keep fabric fresh, it’s soft, lightweight, breathable, quick drying, and 4-way stretch. Engineered to keep you active, protected, and comfortable all day. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we offer high-performance apparel that blocks 98% of UVA and UVB rays, combining safety and performance you can trust.

Features

  • Soft, lightweight, and breathable with 4-way stretch
  • Wicks moisture and dries quickly during activity
  • Antimicrobial finish keeps fabric fresh
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays for all-day sun protection

Composition

87% Polyester / 13% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Active

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Active Diamond™

Our signature Active Diamond™ fabric delivers advanced moisture management, comfort, and performance. With a jacquard knit construction featuring a subtle raised pattern that accelerates moisture wicking for fast quick-dry performance, it’s soft, lightweight, breathable, and silky to the touch. Engineered for workouts and on-court or course use, it keeps you comfortable and dry all day. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we offer high-performance apparel that blocks 98% of UVA and UVB rays, combining safety and performance you can trust.

Features

  • Soft, silky, and lightweight with a breathable knit feel
  • Raised jacquard pattern speeds up moisture wicking
  • Quick-drying, ideal for workouts and on-court wear
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays

Composition

94% Nylon / 6% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Active

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Active FormFlex™

Crafted for performance, Active FormFlex™ compression fabric blends durable Nylon and Elastane for superior support and comfort. Engineered with moisture-wicking technology and UPF 50+ protection, it keeps you dry, cool, and shielded from 98% of UVA and UVB rays. With dynamic stretch for enhanced mobility, it's built for a wide range of sports and activities. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we deliver high-performance apparel that combines trusted sun protection with reliable fit and function.

Features

  • Compression fit for superior support and comfort
  • Moisture-wicking to keep you dry and cool
  • Dynamic stretch for enhanced mobility
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays during sports and activities

Composition

72% Nylon Full Dull / 28% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Active

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Aire™

Engineered to be luxurious and light, Aire™ fabric redefines sun protection with elegance, a feather-light feel, and UPF 50+ o coverage. It feels like silk and rolls down so compact it easily fits in a carry-on or weekender tote. Specifically developed to tolerate hot, humid days while looking cool, it's breathable with built-in stretch for a beautiful drape. Engineered to keep you cool, polished, and protected all day. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we offer elegant and technical apparel that blocks 98% of UVA and UVB rays, combining safety and sophistication you can trust.

Features

  • Feather-light and feels like silk against the skin
  • Breathable with a beautiful, flowy drape
  • Rolls up small for easy packing and travel
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays while keeping you cool

Composition

100% Polyester

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed

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  • Resortwear

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Aqua Classic™

Our innovative Aqua Classic™ fabric is a UPF 50+ swim fabric engineered to feel nothing like traditional scuba rash guards. The result is a technically elegant, sun-safe material that is chlorine and saltwater-resistant with a modest 4-way stretch. It’s silky smooth on the inside with a figure-flattering matte surface on the outside. Lightweight, quick-drying, and comfortable, it’s ideal for all-day wear in and out of the water. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we offer advanced swim fabrics that block 98% of UVA and UVB rays, combining sun safety and performance you can trust.

Features

  • Silky smooth feel with a flattering matte finish
  • Lightweight and quick-drying
  • Chlorine and saltwater resistant with 4-way stretch
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays in and out of the water

Composition

84% Recycled Polyester / 16% Elastane

Care

Cold rinse after use; Avoid rough surfaces and direct contact with sunscreen; Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Line dry; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Swim

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Aqua Helios™

Our Aqua Helios™ fabric provides medium compression for added support and shape retention. With a slick handfeel, chlorine and saltwater resistance, and 4-way stretch, this breathable, quick-dry fabric features built-in UPF 50+ sun protection that blocks 98% of UVA and UVB rays, making it ideal for active water wear. Made from a sustainable recycled fiber blend, it’s engineered to resist damage from perspiration and chlorinated water, lasting up to 10 times longer than most spandex. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we offer high-performance apparel that combines trusted protection with long-lasting performance.

Features

  • Slick handfeel with medium compression for support
  • Breathable, quick-dry, and 4-way stretch
  • Resists chlorine, saltwater, and perspiration damage
  • Built-in UPF 50+ protection that outlasts standard spandex

Composition

74% Recycled Polyamide / 26% Elastane

Care

Cold rinse after use; Avoid rough surfaces and direct contact with sunscreen; Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Line dry; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Swim

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Aqua Juno™

With a focus on softness and protection, Aqua Juno™ fabric provides luxurious comfort and reliable UPF 50+ sun protection. Engineered with a supple, smooth, and breathable construction that is soft to the skin, it features all the intelligent benefits of our groundbreaking Aqua Classic 4-way stretch fabric. Designed to resist chlorine and saltwater, this quick-drying fabric is perfect for water play, casual swimming, fishing, and boating. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we offer elegant and technical swimwear that blocks 98% of UVA and UVB rays, combining sun safety and performance you can trust.

Features

  • Soft, supple, and smooth against the skin
  • Breathable with reliable 4-way stretch
  • Resists chlorine and saltwater, dries quickly
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays for water play and swimming

Composition

87% Polyester / 13% Elastane

Care

Cold rinse after use; Avoid rough surfaces and direct contact with sunscreen; Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Line dry; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Swim

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Aqua Plus™

Built for water-ready performance, Aqua Plus™ fabric is a lightweight woven engineered with a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish so that water beads up and rolls off the surface. Subtle 4-way stretch and quick-dry functionality enhance comfort and mobility in and around water. With built-in UPF 50+ sun protection that blocks 98% of UVA and UVB rays, it’s ideal for swim trunks and aquatic adventures. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we offer high-performance apparel that combines trusted sun protection with innovative design.

Features

  • Lightweight woven feel with a water-repellent finish
  • Water beads and rolls right off the surface
  • Subtle 4-way stretch and quick-dry comfort
  • Built-in UPF 50+ protection for swim and water activities

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86% Polyester / 14% Xtra Life Lycra

Care

Cold rinse after use; Avoid rough surfaces and direct contact with sunscreen; Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Line dry; Do not iron; Do not dry clean

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  • Swim

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Aqua Plus™ Lite

Engineered for water-ready performance, Aqua Plus™ Lite fabric is a lightweight woven treated with a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish so that water beads up and rolls off the surface. Featuring subtle 4-way stretch and quick-dry technology, this UPF 50+ fabric keeps you comfortable and protected during swim and water activities. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we offer high-performance apparel combining trusted sun protection with innovative design.

Features

  • Lightweight woven fabric with a water-repellent finish
  • Water beads and rolls off instead of soaking in
  • Subtle stretch and quick-dry comfort
  • UPF 50+ protection for swim and water activities

Composition

86% Polyester / 14% Elastane

Care

Cold rinse after use; Avoid rough surfaces and direct contact with sunscreen; Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Line dry; Do not iron; Do not dry clean

Used For

  • Travel
  • Swim
  • Fishing & Outdoor

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Aqua Vesta™

Our Aqua Vesta™ fabric offers a soft, silky feel with an elegant, liquid-like drape. Lightweight, breathable, and quick-drying, it features 4-way stretch for unrestricted movement. Resistant to chlorine and saltwater, this UPF 50+ fabric blocks 98% of UVA and UVB rays, making it perfect for activities in, on, or around the water. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we deliver trusted sun protection and performance for all your aquatic adventures.

Features

  • Soft, silky feel with an elegant, flowy drape
  • Lightweight, breathable, and quick-drying
  • 4-way stretch for unrestricted movement
  • Resists chlorine/saltwater and blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays

Composition

82% Nylon / 18% Xtra Life Lycra

Care

Cold rinse after use; Avoid rough surfaces and direct contact with sunscreen; Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Line dry; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Swim

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Chambraylite™

Crafted for exceptional softness, our ChambrayLite™ fabric offers lightweight comfort and reliable UPF 50+ sun protection. Made from fibers sourced from renewable eucalyptus trees, it feels like cotton but wears cooler and softer than traditional chambray. Engineered for everyday ease, it keeps you cool, protected, and comfortable. As the leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we deliver apparel that blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays, protection you can trust.

Features

  • Feels like cotton, only cooler and softer
  • Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear
  • Made from renewable eucalyptus fibers
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays

Composition

Indigo: 100% Lenzing Tencel (Lyocell); White: 62% Cotton / 38% Lenzing Tencel (Lyocell)

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed

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  • Casual

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Cotton Linen

Durable, double-knit structure and an ultra-comfortable stretch for extended wearability. The impeccable shape retention and natural resistance to snags, pilling and wrinkles, make it perfect for year-round travel or daily use. We love the subtle sheen and smooth drape for a touch of sun-safe sophistication! Composition: 75% Cotton, 25% Linen.

Features

  • Durable double-knit with a comfortable stretch
  • Resists snags, pilling, and wrinkles
  • Subtle sheen with a smooth, elegant drape
  • Good for year-round travel or everyday wear

Composition

77% Cotton / 23% Linen

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Non-chlorine bleach when needed; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Medium iron

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  • Resortwear

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Dura Grid™

Unbelievably durable and uniquely designed, our technical DuraGrid™ fabric is specifically engineered for sun-smart performance on the water. The gridded ripstop pattern holds strong against the elements of adventure for longer wear, while a moisture-wicking and quick-dry finish keeps you comfortable. Lightweight, breathable UPF 50+ protection with cotton-like softness for hours outdoors without sunburn. Nylon/Spandex blend.

Features

  • Durable, gridded ripstop texture built for adventure
  • Cotton-like softness with a lightweight, breathable feel
  • Moisture-wicking and quick-drying
  • UPF 50+ protection for hours outdoors on the water

Composition

95% Nylon / 5% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Low iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Fishing & Outdoor

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DuraShield™

Features

  • Moisture-wicking and quick-drying
  • Breathable and lightweight
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays

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92% Polyester / 8% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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FlexTwill™

Made for everyday comfort, our FlexTwill™ fabric offers a soft, breathable feel with a touch of stretch for easy movement. Featuring a classic twill texture with modern flexibility, this UPF 50+ fabric blends timeless style with built-in sun protection for daily wear. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing , we deliver trusted protection and comfort you can count on.

Features

  • Soft, breathable feel with a touch of stretch
  • Classic twill texture with easy, everyday flexibility
  • Built-in UPF 50+ sun protection for daily wear

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96.5% Cotton / 3.5% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed

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  • Resortwear

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HelioTrek™

Our UPF 50+ HelioTrek™ fabric strikes the perfect balance of comfort and durability. Lightweight, moisture-wicking, 4-way stretch, and saltwater-resistant, this fabric blocks 98%+ of UVA/UVB rays for all-day protection on or off the water.

Features

  • Lightweight with a comfortable, durable feel
  • Moisture-wicking with 4-way stretch
  • Saltwater resistant
  • Blocks 98%+ of UVA/UVB rays on or off the water

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84% Recycled Polyester / 16% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Fishing & Outdoor

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Lite™

Super soft against the skin, lightweight.

Features

  • Super soft against the skin
  • Lightweight and easy to wear

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100% Polyester

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Spot clean

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  • Hats

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Luxacool™

Our high-tech Luxacool™ fabric sports a luxuriously smooth handfeel, comfortable stretch and durable twill texture for sun-smart sophistication on and off the course. Engineered for all-day play, our exclusive, cutting-edge Cooltect™ technology wicks away moisture while an antimicrobial finish keeps you feeling fresh. 100% Polyester.

Features

  • Luxuriously smooth handfeel with comfortable stretch
  • Durable twill texture for a polished look
  • Wicks moisture and stays fresh with antimicrobial finish
  • Great for all-day wear on and off the course

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100% Polyester

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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Luxelite™

Feather-light UPF 50+ luxury, our Luxelite™ fabric was developed to withstand every adventure near or far. The soft, fine weave is surprisingly durable for how lightweight and breathable it feels against your skin. With a subtle 4-way stretch, moisture wicking and quick dry performance, this fabric is engineered to keep you cool and comfortable while looking polished! As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing , we deliver trusted protection and comfort you can count on.

Features

  • Soft, fine weave that's surprisingly durable
  • Feather-light and breathable against the skin
  • Moisture-wicking with quick-dry performance
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays while looking polished

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88% Polyester / 12% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Line dry; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Travel

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Moduri™

Our luxuriously soft Moduri™ fabric delivers unmatched comfort, natural breathability, and superior UPF 50+ sun protection. Engineered with a buttery smooth, high-stretch knit that is soft to the skin and flows naturally, it moves with you for all-day ease. Made from plant-based fibers that return to the earth, the beauty of Moduri begins from within. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we offer elegant apparel that blocks 98% of UVA and UVB rays, combining sun safety and performance you can trust. Composition: 93% Lenzing Modal, 7% Elastane.

Features

  • Buttery smooth and soft against the skin
  • High-stretch knit that flows and moves with you
  • Naturally breathable for all-day comfort
  • Made from plant-based fibers; blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays

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93% Lenzing Micro Modal / 7% Elastane

Care

Machine wash warm with like colors; Gentle cycle; Only non-chlorine bleach when needed; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed

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  • Casual

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Paper Braid™

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75% Paper / 25% Polyester

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Spot clean

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  • Hats

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Pima Sol™

Our premium Pima Sol™ cotton fabric is made from extra-long staple fibers for exceptional softness, strength, and lasting comfort. Naturally breathable and blended with a touch of stretch, it keeps you cool, comfortable, and moving freely all day. Hypoallergenic and gentle on sensitive skin, it provides all-day comfort and effortless wear. Crafted in Peru, it combines timeless style with everyday performance. With built-in UPF 50+ blocking 98% of UVA and UVB rays, it turns a wardrobe staple into a sun-safe essential. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we deliver trusted protection and comfort you can count on.

Features

  • Exceptionally soft and strong
  • Naturally breathable with a touch of stretch
  • Hypoallergenic and gentle on sensitive skin
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays for everyday sun protection

Composition

95% Pima Cotton / 5% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Wash inside out; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Casual

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Solayo™

Our outstanding Solayo™ fabric delivers lightweight comfort, durable strength, and all-day softness. Woven with stretch for a supple and sophisticated drape, it’s engineered to keep you cool and breathable. Offering an elegant feel, Solayo also features 4-way stretch and is built to withstand the rigors of travel with quick-dry, moisture-wicking, antimicrobial, and natural wrinkle-resistant properties. As the world leader in UPF 50+ clothing, we offer elegant travel-ready apparel that blocks 98% of UVA and UVB rays, combining sun safety and performance you can trust.

Features

  • Lightweight with an all-day soft, supple feel
  • Breathable with 4-way stretch for easy movement
  • Quick-dry, moisture-wicking, and wrinkle-resistant
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays, ideal for travel

Composition

86% Polyester / 14% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Travel

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SunSoft Piqué™

Features

  • Exceptionally soft
  • Breathable with a touch of stretch
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays for everyday sun protection

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48.5% Polyester / 46% Pima Cotton / 5.5% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Wash inside out; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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  • Casual

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SunTough Cotton™

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  • Soft, cotton-rich feel with a bit of stretch
  • Breathable and lightweight
  • Blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays

Composition

95% Cotton / 5% Elastane

Care

Machine wash cold with like colors; Gentle cycle; Do not use softener; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove immediately; Cool iron if needed; Do not dry clean

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