Summer means more days spent outdoors building sandcastles at the beach & splashing around at the pool. Longer days in the sun make protecting your little ones’ delicate skin from the sun’s UV rays more important than ever. Choosing the best kids' sun protective clothing can be tricky. Every piece needs to be comfy, cute and, most importantly, sun safe!
Keep reading for our full guide to help you choose the right sun protective swimwear. Plus, check out our Daddy & Me and Mommy & Me collections for all things family matching!
Comfort & Fit
Keeping your kids comfortable on hot days is key. They will be the first to tell you when they aren’t happy in their swimwear! Few things will ruin a kid's excitement for swimming as much as an uncomfortable swimsuit. Just like you, the perfect swimsuit should be something that makes them feel & look great...
When choosing sun protective swimwear, sizing is key. Finding the right size helps avoid tight elastics and rashes. Adjustable straps can help to keep fabric from cutting into your little one’s shoulders or slipping off while enjoying the sun. We have a variety of bikini styles available in our 3-piece Girls Rashguard Sets. Note that sizes 6x and under come as a 2-piece set with just the matching rashguard and bottoms, no bikini top.
If you want to avoid straps altogether, a unisuit could be the right way to go. Unisuits combine the coverage of a rashguard and the ease of a one piece. Our unisuits front zippers makes it easy to get on and off. It’s important to remember swimsuit fabric expands as it gets wet. A suit that’s loose out of the water could cause drag in the water. For help with sizing, view our Cabana Life Fit Guide.
While picking sun protective swimwear for boys, avoid baggy or excessively loose fitting swim trunks. Choose waistbands with a good drawstring so you don’t have to worry about pulling up their shorts while playing in the sun. An elastic waist and adjustable drawstring like on our Boys Charleston Paisley Swim Trunks will decrease drag to make swimming easier. You’ve been asking so we listened – our traditional, non-reversible swim trunks are feature an interior comfort short! The stretchy white interior shorts provide the ultimate comfort all day long. Plus, all our swim trunks have pockets so they're perfect for collecting seashells.
For twice the fun try our reversible swim trunks. These swim trunks work double time as it's two styles in one! Plus, the adjustable tie can be flipped to either side just like the shorts. Simply pull the strings in or out of the holes as needed.
Safe, High Quality Materials
You want your children's swimwear to be able to keep up with your little ones on all of their adventures. Lower quality materials will deteriorate quickly. The last thing you want is an overstretched swimsuit after one wear or a bikini strap snapping at the beach. Cabana Life swimwear is designed with the highest-rated UPF 50+ and the most luxurious fabrics. When handled with proper care, these pieces will last for summers to come.
To care for your Cabana Life styles rinse them off to remove salt water and chlorine after a day in the sun. Machine wash on a delicate cycle with cold water, and only non-chlorine bleach when needed. Lay your garments out flat to dry in the shade. P.S. Don't use sunscreen that contains avobenzone as it can stain fabrics.
Super soft & fast drying fabrics are a must. The faster a suit dries, the more comfortable your little one will be on cooler or breezy days. Soft fabrics will keep them cozy & protect their delicate skin from rashes caused by rough material. Our swimwear is quick-drying & sun protective to make a day at the beach simpler & safer for your family.
Sun Protection
Sun safe swimwear is essential. Babies, in their first few months, are significantly more sensitive to sun exposure than adults and older children and sunscreen is not recommended for babies until they are 6 months old. This means clothing & shade are their first line of defense.
Even with toddlers or older kids it’s often difficult to convince them to stop playing and reapply their sunscreen. Having a rashguard set or long sleeve rashguard as an extra layer of protection will make those days when it takes longer to get them out of the water a little bit easier. Kids rashguards are perfect for additional coverage & sun protection.
All Cabana Life pieces are made with UPF 50+ fabrics. We combine high quality durable nylon/spandex & top rated sun protection to keep your little ones sun safe and comfortable. When your kid is playing in the sand you want to be focused on fun, not worried about the sun.
The best swimwear for your kids is the one they will wear, so it’s important to take into account their styles choices & comfort. Is your girl more of a girly girl who loves frills? Or does she want a sporty swimsuit? Do they want simple solids or playful prints? If they love their swimsuit they’ll be even more excited for beach days! Plus, Cabana Life’s sun protective solutions make swimwear fun & functional with vibrant colors and cozy UPF 50+ fabrics. Trust us, one day they’ll thank you for keeping their skin safe while still looking good in the scrapbooks with stylish pieces.
Whatever their style, creating a fun sun protection routine will help them stay safe from everyday to vacay. Check out our current collection of kids’ sun protective clothing in new prints & classic solids. Our styles combine fashion & function to ensure you won’t have to compromise style or sun safety.
The best part? We design stylish sun protection so the whole family can make memories while matching. Explore our UPF 50+ styles for men & women so everyone is ready for the next family photo-op. No matter where your adventures take you we’ve got you covered with fashionable sun protection for the whole family. Check out our Daddy & Me and Mommy & Me blogs for adorable matching swimwear & cover ups. Find sun safe and social media approved vacay looks for everyone in our Family Collection. Trust us, your Facebook feed will thank you for these adorable matching pics!
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