Rash Guards for Women

As vacations set in, many of us want to hit the beach to beat the heat with some water sports. But, along with this it is important to take care of your body and skin from the sun. Rash guards are athletic shirts that are made from fabrics such as spandex, polyester and nylon. These protect the body from extreme conditions such as warm summer temperatures and also useful in sports such as scuba diving, surfing, snorkeling and other such activities. They are especially useful in surfing, as these prevent chafing that results from the torso rubbing against the surfboard and also from the lashing of the waves. These protect you from the harmful UV rays of the sun as well, and therefore have gained a lot of popularity. Rash guards are available in various colors, sizes and styles for women to choose from.

Women's Rash Guard

For women, these guards are designed in a way that makes them look extremely stylish at the same time they feel great as well. These are quick drying and can be worn under wetsuits to prevent chafing. Wearing just these shirts is also quite helpful and chic as well. Here are the various popular styles available.

Long Sleeve Crewneck Rash Guard - These give you complete protection and can be a perfect choice for surfing. The fit is such that it takes the shape of your body. So, if you think you have the figure to carry it off, then you must go for it! A few electric colors in these add that zing to your style.

Racerback Tank Rash Guards - These chic racerbacks are perfect as swimwear or swimsuits on the beach. Team it up with a pair of shorts and you are good to go for your day at the beach. These can also be worn inside wet-suits.

Short Sleeved Rash Guard Tee - These tees can be worn casually to protect you from the sunlight (UV rays) and also for a few water sports.

Plus Size Rash Guards - These can be worn casually as well. If you think you can carry of those body hugging athletic shirts, then these tees are meant for you. They work very well for water sports as well. These are gaining popularity as casual clothing as well.

These are the styles available. The colors also make a world of difference. You can choose from a range of colors right from a simple white and black to electric blue and neon green and believe me they look amazing. A little style along with protection never hurt anyone.

Brands to Choose From

Here is a list of a few brands that have good quality rash guards and are moderately priced as well.

• O'Neill Women's Rash Guards
• Roxy Surf Gear
• Adidas Rash Guards
• Volocom
• Billabong
• Quiksilver
• Patagonia
• Lost
• Rip Curl

These were a few brands that you could look for while shopping. While buying them look for flatlock stitching which increases the life of the garment. Also see whether these are antibacterial and quick drying. The designs on these fabrics also make an amazing casual wear. With the increasing designs available, these are quite a blend of comfort, style and protection.