FASHION | Sun Protection for Surfers

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COVER UP sun protection for surfers Photos: Gabeto Fernandez

SHOP THIS LOOK Seea Surf Model: Odalys

SURF SUIT: “Gaviotas Surf Suit” in Maidu, by Seea. Ample fabric in the shoulders makes this one of the most comfortable surf suits we’ve ever tested here at WSSM. Offering more protection than swimwear fabric, but not as thick as neoprene, Seea’s C-Skin fabric feels like an ultralight 0.5 mm neoprene. Featuring a special 95% Polyester, 5% Spandex blend that is a multi-layered knit. It breathes, moves and feels BUTTERY soft on your body, just like a second skin. (theseea.com) SURFBOARD “The BOSS” a 6’3” custom shortboard for Kaydi Archer in her signature fluorescent colors. Hand shaped by her sponsor and 40yr east coast shaping legend, Tom Neilson (tomneilsonshapes.com)

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SHOP THIS LOOK SlipIn to Comfort (above) Model: Renee

SURF SUIT: “Tribal Zippered Mini Surf Skin” by SlipIns. Like a second skin, you’ll find keeping everything IN on big days AND looking fantastic has never been so easy and comfortable. By SlipIns (slipins.com)

Lycra Leopard (left) Model: Kaydi SURF SUIT: “Cheeky Cut Snow Leopard Stretcheyz: Sleeveless Surf Suit” by Stretcheyz. Look fabulous in complete comfort, while staying protected from the sun in this beautiful one-piece by Stretcheyz. (stretcheyz.com) JEWELRY: “Sand Jewel Starfish Necklace” by Dune Jewelry, layered with one of their bestselling “Sandbar” pendants that is inlaid with your choice of sand in a sterling silver bezel, then hand-sanded and polished to the final, flat matte finish. Bracelet: “Triple Sand Globe” in sterling silver and customized with your favorite beach sand, paired with their “Bayview Ring”... both statement pieces. (dunejewelry.com) Photo: Buffy Archer | #Madre_Del_Mar_Photography

80’s Throwback (right) Model: Kaydi

SURF SUIT: Stand out and make a statement in the “Jagger Noir Zippered Mini Surf Skin” by SlipIns. A short, tight fitting, long sleeve (featuring comfortable thumbholes that keep the sleeves perfectly in place at all times), figure flattering, upper body rashguard surfsuit providing excellent sun protection with 60+ UPF! (slipins.com) JEWELRY: Keep your favorite beach close to your heart every day with the “Charm Holder Necklace” by Dune Jewelry, featuring diamond, round, and starburst pendants that are handcrafted with your choice of sand and layered to a domed, gem-like finish. (dunejewelry.com) Photo: Buffy Archer | #Madre_Del_Mar_Photography

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SHOP THIS LOOK Surf Check Model: Kaydi

RASHGUARD: “Established” by Exceed. This long sleeve, loose fitting, ultra-light rashguard is comfortable both under a wetsuit or on it’s own, and provides UV protection of 50+. (exceedwetsuits.com) BOTTOMS: “SuperCheeky” in magenta by Mi Ola, featuring a drawstring for security and ruching to make your bum look amazing (mi-ola.com)

Strength in Pink Model: Kaydi

BIKINI BOTTOMS: Cheeky and chic, the “Natalia Brazil Bottom” in monarch pink that reverses to black, with just the right amount of ruching, by Honeygirl Waterwear (honeygirlwaterwear.com) RASHGUARD: “Ease Fuschia” by Exceed. This long sleeve, vibrant, fuschia and tribal colored rashguard offers UV protection of 60, while fitting snugly and offering a slightly longer fit beyond the hip.

Designed with sublimation, so there is no restriction in movement. By Exceed. (exceedwetsuits.com) LEASH: “Day Glo Regular Leash” in pink, by Sticky Bumps (stickbumps.com)

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SURFBOARD: “6’3” The BOSS” hand shaped by 40yr east coast shaping legend, Tom Neilson (tomneilsonshapes.com)

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SHOP THIS LOOK Beach Dreamin’ Model: Kaydi

BIKINI: Lingerie-inspired, incredibly flattering “Pin UP Top” in magenta by Mi Ola. Large busted women can also enjoy this lovely style in Mi Ola’s “BB Pin UP Top”. (mi-ola.com) SUNGLASSES: “Howzit” in light charcoal by Maui Jim. Featuring Maui HT™ lenses that offer extra contrast and color, and lightweight super thin glass that offers the absolute crispest optics available. 20% thinner and lighter than standard glass. (mauijim.com) JEWELRY: “Wave” stationary pendant necklace in sterling silver, layered with Dune Jewelry’s “Port O’ Call Charm Necklace” featuring 3 petite round pendants, and accented with the ultimate ring for surfers, the “Wave Bypass” ring and 3 silver “Stacker” rings.

All pieces are customizable with your favorite sand, so adorn your body with your favorite original beach sand jewelry, by Dune Jewelry (dunejewelry.com)

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SHOP THIS LOOK SirenSong (right) Model: Kaydi SPRINGSUIT: 2.5mm ultra-soft, premium Yamamoto neoprene from Japan, in “Bella Sleeveless Booty-Cut Springsuit” by Sirensong Wetsuits. Firmly establishing femininity, strength, and sexy in the lineup, Sirensong allows your wetsuit style to be as individual as your wave riding. Cinch tight or loosen the tie-sides to customize the fit to your bum. (sirensongwetsuits.com) BRACELETS: Ocean inspired string bracelets from Trendy Jewels by World End Imports (trendyjewels.com) | 1-800-722-2309 SURFBOARD: “6’3” The BOSS” by Tom Neilson (tomneilsonshapes.com) LEASH: “Day Glo Regular Leash” in pink,

by Sticky Bumps (stickbumps.com)

Mermaid Addiction (opposite page) Model: Kaydi RASHGUARD: “Serena Zip Rashguard” in shimmery mermaid-inspired Pescadito by Mi Ola. Featuring a flirtatious front zip that allows you to control attraction level and practical back pocket to keep your essentials handy. It’s both sexy AND mermaid-y! (mi-ola.com) BIKINI: “Namastay Tie-back” in coast, with matching “budhi bottom” from JIVA by MONQ. Can be used in the water or for working out. Features full support and a fun adjustable back that can be switched from cross-back for more support or straight back (shown in photo) for less support. Matching bottoms show just enough cheek with double strap sides and it’s reversible, giving you a two-in-one bottom that can be mixed with several different tops. (jivaactive.com)

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SHOP THIS LOOK Seea by the Sea Model: Odalys SURF SUIT: “Avila Surf Suit” in Ebon, by Seea. Contrasting hourglass lines visually slim and accentuate in all the right places, and long-sleeved UPF protection keeps your back and shoulders covered no matter how long you surf. (theseea.com) SURFBOARD FINS: By Fins Unlimited. www.finsunlimited.com

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Nothing but Ocean

The Walk Home

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(above) Model: Josh

(right) Model: Kaydi

(top right) Model: Josh

RASHGUARD: “Eternity Sleeveless”

by Exceed. Offering UV protection of 60, while remaining extremely lightweight, and form fitting, allowing for powerful movement. (exceedwetsuits.com)

SPRINGSUIT: “Vibrant Stripes” 0.5mm spring suit with a front zipper, by Glidesoul. Silicone detailing in the inner wrists areas prevent sliding and soft flatlock seams prevent rubbing, while the corset inspired silhouette ideally shapes and flatters a womans figure. (glidesoul.com)

WETSUIT JACKET: Stay warm and easily regulate body temperature in this soft and durable 2.5 mil thick “Rockaway Wetsuit Jacket” by Epic wetsuits. Shown in their exclusive Mat Black Sandy Beach color, this tough Neoprene is perfect for waterman who want to keep core temperature warm, but don’t want the added weight or hassle of a full body wetsuit. By Epic Wetsuits (epicsandiego.com)

SUNGLASSES: Polarized “Dividend” in shiny black with fade to blue, featuring lightweight frames specifically designed for medium sized faces.

By Peppers Polarized Eyeware (peppersusa.com) SURFBOARD: 6’7” hand shaped fish by Keoki Surfboards (keokisurfboards.com)

SURFBOARD: 5’7” with custom artwork and hand shaped by legendary east coast shaper, Tim Nolte. (timnoltesurfboards.com)

BOARDSHORTS “Multitone Combo Board Shorts” in mint, by Surf Mentality. (lagaci.com) NECKLACE: “Sandbar” pendant inlaid with your choice of sand in a sterling silver bezel. By Dune Jewelry (dunejewelry.com) LEASH: “Day Glo Regular Leash” in yellow, by Sticky Bumps (stickybumps.com)

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SHOP THIS LOOK Exceed Model: Josh RASHGUARD: “Eminence Short Sleeve” by Exceed not only photographs beautifully in the surf, but will also help you keep better track of your friends out there, it’s so vibrant! Offering UV protection of 60, while remaining extremely lightweight, and form fitting- allowing for powerful movement. (exceedwetsuits.com) SUNGLASSES: Polarized, “Revert” features lightweight frames specifically designed for maximum comfort, and scratch resistant lenses with glare reduction. By Nectar. (nectarsunglasses.com)

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SHOP THIS LOOK Core Warmth Models: Dan & Odalys Dan | WETSUIT: “EPIC GoPro Mounted 3/2 Wetsuit” features a unique GoPro shoulder mount, allowing you a hands-free surf session while still capturing your favorite waves at eye-level view!

This hands-free design is unique to Epic Wetsuits, and with more warmth due to the thicker chest area material used along with extra stretchy neoprene in the arms for easier paddling, this suit will quickly become your favorite.

A longer-than-usual zipper allows for easy on and off, and the GoPro mount is also compatible with the 360fly Camera. We love that it’s affordably priced, too! By Epic Wetsuits (epicsandiego.com) Odalys |WETSUIT: “Hermosa Ladies 3/2 Full Body Wetsuit”. This specially-designed-for-the-ladies wetsuit features a soft thermal interior that is warmer than standard wetsuits to keep us cozy and comfortable, with stretchy and durable neoprene to account for any changes in weight or body size. It’s contoured to accentuate a woman’s curves comfortably, and the size chart correlates to common female dress sizes.

Comes complete with a velcro attachment over the zipper so your hair won’t get tangled in it, and the seams are hypoalergentic for women that are allergic to interior glued stitching. By Epic Wetsuits (epicsandiego.com)

SHOP THIS LOOK Glidesoul Separates Model: Odalys WETSUIT JACKET: “Vibrant Stripes Collection 0.5mm Wetsuit Jacket” is thick enough to add warmth, without sacrificing precious mobility.

A front zip provides easy body temperature regulation, and the longer body and arms cut provides extra comfort in movements.

By Glidesoul (glidesoul.com) SHORTS: “Vibrant Stripes Collection 0.5mm Bikini Shorts”. Incredibly soft and stretchy, these neoprene bikini shorts by Glidesoul allow for maximum movement in the water.

Featuring a comfortable wide waistband, silicone lines in the crotch to prevent sliding, and durable flatlock seams. (glidesoul.com) BIKINI TOP: #1 bikini top for surfers and a WSSM favorite “Waimea Sport Top” in solid bright purple/reverse to white, by Honeygirl Waterwear. Featuring a comfortable crossback design that keeps it securely in place...

There’s no better bikini top out there for surfing big waves than the Waimea Sport Top

by Honeygirl Waterwear. (honeygirlwaterwear.com) SURFBOARD: 7’3” funshape hand shaped by Keoki Surfboards. (keokisurfboards.com)

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