O’Neill has long been known for their high quality and functional wetsuits and sun protective shirts. Now, the same attention to detail is available in a lower priced value-driven sun shirt for women. Pay for function, not frills – this value priced rashguard delivers. The O’Neill Basic Series brings the sun protection and fit you need, with pared-down graphics and a lower price. 50+ UV Protection factor 6 ounce polyester/spandex with 4-way stretch Quick-dry material goes from ocean to beach and back Boardshort connector loop at lower hem helps keep shirt (and shorts!) in place during active watersports Flatlock stitched for comfort, plus strategic seamless paddle zones under the arm and down the side to reduce abrasion Long sleeves for maximum coverage against sun, scrapes, and wetsuit rash Cleanly designed graphics for a classic look Note: sized to fit VERY snugly; go up a size or two for a looser fit.
Accurate fit, unless you have broad shoulders I got this to use for sports like snorkeling and parasailing on vacation in the Caribbean. I haven’t used it yet, but wanted to report on the fit since I read the other reviews about size. I got the medium and it fits pretty well, snug but comfortable. I’m 5’3″, 130 lbs., bra size 36B. In the photo I’m wearing it over my tankini, which has a little padding. The only issue is that it’s a little tight across the shoulders, as you can see the pulling in the picture, but I have very broad…
Perfect fit for a true size small
“Deep Sea” is NOT the color pictured! And yes, you should size up 🙂 In the product images, “deep sea” looks like a dark navy blue. It is actually a much lighter royal blue. Not what I wanted at all.A word on sizing: Listen to what the other reviewers are saying — don’t be vain, order up a size. 🙂 For reference I’m 5’7″ 160 lbs, and I usually wear a medium or large shirt. I ordered a large and it is reeeeeeeally tight. I didn’t mind the extra compression around my belly (the fabric is thick enough that it does help hold in a little…