15 Slay-Worthy UPF-rated Swimsuits That Will Protect You All Summer Long
Anjerika Wilmer
Anjerika Wilmer
Full-time grad student and all-around creative type, Anjerika leaves no avenue unexplored. Though a tried-and-true fashion girl, she counts art history, architecture and good design as constant sources of inspiration. Most importantly, she's always in a Vienna state of mind.
You've searched high and low for a bangin' swimsuit for summer — one that's universally flattering and retro-fabulous — only to learn that it's not UPF rated (the numerical rating indicating a fabric's level of ultraviolet protection). Now what? Whether you have fair skin that burns easily or just want to be extra safe (cancerous moles are a thing, y'all), every precautionary measure counts. Self-proclaimed beach babes, we're looking at you. Swipe through for 15 UPF swimsuits that will channel sexy at first splash and shield you from the sun's damaging rays jussstt in time for your next beach getaway.
Diane Von Furstenberg Deep V-Neck One Piece ($248): One question: Giant rosé pool float, where you at?
Summersalt The Capri ($95): YAS, beach. Get ready to slay in this sustainable suit from Summersalt. (OMG, peep the extra AF gold sash.)
Billabong Calm Shores Bodysuit Rashguard ($90): Sunburnt shoulders begone! Billabong's vintage aloha print rashguard will bring forth your inner surfer girl — give or take a gnarly wipeout or two.
Dr. Whitney Bowe x Mott50 Mila Swim One Piece ($118): Safety first, babes. Allow this limited-edition Dr. Whitney Bowe x Mott50 melon-hued suit to block out any harmful rays during your next tubing adventure.
Araks Elsa Bikini Top Poppy & Peony ($190) + Araks Enel Bikini Bottom Poppy & Perse ($110): If you've got it, flaunt it in an itsy-bitsy, teeny-weenie colorblock 'kini. Just remember to slather on the sunblock and drink plenty of H2O.
Forever 21 Colorblock One-Piece Swimsuit ($23): Baywatch? More like BAEwatch. Scoop up this sporty zip-front one-piece for a summer of scandal (and, you got it, UPF 50 protection).
Nanette Lepore One Piece Plunge
($154): Get pretty with this Sicilian-lemon-print stunner featuring cross-back straps and no shortage of sultry action in the front.
GNASH Swim Teardrop Crop Bikini Top ($75) + GNASH Swim Dip Bikini Briefs ($75): You golden girl, you. A splash-worthy retro bikini is exactly what the doc ordered.
Cover Amelie Cropped Zip Top + High-Waisted Bottoms ($172): Behold, a high-waisted floral print suit that's as fashion-forward as it is functional.
Karla Colletto Viviana Eyelet-Embellished One-Shoulder Swimsuit ($275): Watch out, Charlie's Angels. We can't decide what's haute-er: The of-the-moment one-shoulder neckline, the silver eyelets, or the around-the-clock UPF sun protection.
Old Navy Twist-Back Rashguard ($33): Level up with Old Navy's black-and-white palm print rashguard for 24/7 coverage on and off the beach.
Aurora San The One Piece ($180): Beat the heat index with Aurora San's goddess-inspired magenta bathing suit featuring interchangeable straps and a moisture-wicking fabric to keep you cool.
Mara Hoffman Olympia One-Piece Swimsuit ($325): Embrace the rainbow from sunup to sundown with this cheeky Mara Hoffman one-piece that's even game for boardwalk strolls (just add vintage cutoffs).
Reset Priority Pyla Swimsuit in Fresh Green ($178): First things first: Booking a trip to Tulum (#priorities), so we can break out this bad boy STAT. The teal hue, badaboom-worthy zigzag cutouts, and UPF 50+ UV protection will have you swiping right.
Tictail Black Simple Swimsuit ($31): You'll look like a pinup girl in this timeless black halter one-piece with UPF 50+ UV protection.
Which of these UPF-approved swimsuits will you be scooping up this summer? Follow us on Pinterest for more style inspo!
Which of these UPF-approved swimsuits will you be scooping up this summer? Follow us on Pinterest for more style inspo!
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Anjerika Wilmer
Full-time grad student and all-around creative type, Anjerika leaves no avenue unexplored. Though a tried-and-true fashion girl, she counts art history, architecture and good design as constant sources of inspiration. Most importantly, she's always in a Vienna state of mind.