What’s ‘UPF’ Clothing, Why Do I Need It and Where Can I Get It?

We all know and love Athleta for its sportswear, but did you know it has a pretty awesome selection of everyday clothes, too? Think chic and easy dresses, cute printed shorts and wrinkle-resistant shirts all begging to be packed for your next getaway.

Athleta dress ($50)

Cabana Life’s luxury fabrics are built to withstand sun, sand, chlorine and anything else you might throw at them.

Cabana Life top ($70)

We’ll take a bright and cheery Lilly Pulitzer print any day of the week, but we’re especially excited to see the brand’s UPF options growing with each passing summer. Now we just have to decide which print to go with…

Lilly Pulitzer dress ($138)

If you want a perfect mix of smart sun protection and glamour, then look no further. The fabric used in Luminora’s designs is infused with an all-natural plant-based oil with sun-protective abilities.

Luminora jumpsuit ($380)

Perfect for working out in the sun, Noli Yoga ensures a UPF rating of 50+ in all its clothes (not to mention some of the most comfortable leggings this editor has ever worn).

Noli Yoga leggings ($88)

This brand was founded 15 years ago by two best friends and quickly gained a cult following. And the selection of Carve Designs pieces with sun protection is expanding.

Carve Designs dress ($86)

We know the point of UPF clothing is to wear them outside in the sun, but honestly we would wear this Coolibar top pretty much anywhere. The brand sells a range of both athletic and ready-to-wear options, all with UPF 50+ built right in.

Coolibar top ($60)

You might know the brand from your dad’s extensive collection of Hawaiian shirts, but Tommy Bahama had a lot more to offer than just vacation button-ups—like activewear, swimsuits and cover-ups for poolside lounging.

Tommy Bahama dress ($128)

Columbia’s patented Omni-Shade technology blocks both UVA (which dehydrates and dulls your skin) and UVB (which causes skin to burn), reflects the sun to help you feel cool and comes recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation. Talk about a triple threat.

Columbia pants ($50)

It might be your first stop for back-to-school shopping, but Lands’ End also has a great selection of sun-protective styles you and the fam can wear all year round.

Lands’ End pullover ($65)

Nope, not all swimwear comes with UPF protection, but luckily the adorable and print-loving brand Seea does. All of the brand’s products offer between UPF 30+ and 50+.

Seea one-piece swimsuit ($145)

Solumbra offers some of the highest sun-protection out there without sacrificing style. Seriously, every single piece has a UPF rating of 100+. That’s promising a lot of worry-free time in the sun, friends.

Solumbra jacket ($190)