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$REI Sahara Shirt - Women\'s$

ALPACA/TEAL SHADOW FLOWER FRONT

REI Sahara Shirt - Women's

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Item # 778652

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Worn and tested by REI Adventures guides, this travel-ready shirt for women has details galore to help keep you cool and comfortable in sunny climates.

Easy-care, lightweight micro-ripstop nylon wicks moisture, dries incredibly fast and delivers very good sun protection with a 40 UPF rating
Collar unfolds for added sun protection coverage and secures with rip-and-stick tabs when you don't want it up
Vent across back yoke allows easy airflow and secures with rip-and-stick tabs to keep it in place
Hidden zippered vents at princess seams enhance airflow from front to back; vents are strategically placed so they won't get in the way of pack straps
Moisture-wicking polyester mesh lines collar stand, shoulder yoke and side-seam vents
Hidden zippered pocket at left chest stows credit cards and currency

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REI Sahara Shirt - Women's Customer Reviews

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REI Sahara Shirt - Women's

4.1

(based on 34 reviews)

81%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (31)
Breathable (30)
Lightweight (30)
Stylish (25)
Dries easily (15)

Cons

Fabric pills (5)
Poor fit (4)
Frays (3)

Best Uses

Travel (27)
Hiking (26)
Casual wear (25)
Outdoor activities (25)
Camping (24)

- Chest Size:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  61%
  (19 reviews)
  Feels too big
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels too short
  
  Feels true to length
  
  91%
  (29 reviews)
  Feels too long

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (14), Casual adventurer (10), Avid adventurer (9)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)

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Jul

2009

(24 of 24 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Functional and still looks good.

By Jen (SF Bay)

from Fremont, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Lightweight
practical
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Outdoor Activities
Travel
Work

Comments about REI Sahara Shirt - Women's:

I love this shirt so much I bought the green, blue, and red. Ladies, how many times have you tried a shirt on for travel, camping, or hiking that just didn't flatter you? Your search ends here. This shirt is not only practical/functional, it's cute. It's lightweight, breathable, and I can wear it for multiple days without washing in the summer without worrying about the funk which is important when you're "out there".

It's cut so that it hugs in all the right places which almost creates a slimming effect; other shirts like this just look like it hangs on me or that it's almost a bit boy-cut. The button holes are quite snug and the buttons are stitched on very well; you won't have to worry about buttons unbuttoning here. There are two zippered vents which are very easy to miss (others can't tell it's there until you unzip it!) and a security pocket on the front torso that is also easily missed near the bottom of the shirt with the opening near the buttons. It's perfect for some spare cash or travel documents. The vent in the back is also nice, as is the extra button stitched onto the reverse side of the garment.

I got an XS and am a 34A or 32B with 26-27 inch waist at 5'4" and 120-125lbs. Fits well around the bust and well around the torso although I could use a tiny bit more room in the shoulders and bust for more freedom of movement. It's not uncomfortable, but it works. Tried on the S and while it's more comfortable in the shoulders, there seems to be a huge increase in size when you jump to the next one so I stuck with the XS. Another thing is that it wrinkles really easily; HOWEVER, it also de-wrinkles easily if you just hang it up for a bit.

Jun

2009

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great trip shirt, now wearing to work!

By Poutinella

from Washington, DC

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Hiking
Outdoor Activities
Travel
Work

Comments about REI Sahara Shirt - Women's:

I bought the shirt to wear on a trip to Costa Rica, both wet areas and dry areas (but not high performance hiking or adventuring). Drying quickly is a true bonus in the rainy areas, and for packing light. It did not fray, as did a similar, Columbia brand shirt. It does not look so much like what I call "bwana gear" - I did not feel like I stood out as I would in camping gear while walking around in the city. In fact, I have started to wear this shirt to work. For casual commuting in a hottish clime, this is great because I can zip down the sides while biking and zip 'em up when I get to work. The shirt seems long in the torso, but I appreciate the length of the tail when bike riding since jeans these days ride so low. I did not expect to wear this other than on trips but I find that it is always appropriate and comfortable for whatever I'm doing and may buy another.

May

2009

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

LOVE this shirt---but I agree

By trailtracker

from Lancaster, OH

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Outdoor Activities
Travel
Work

Comments about REI Sahara Shirt - Women's:

THIS is the shirt I've been looking for! It has all of the key features we all look for---most of all it makes you look slim and fit! I have to return mine for a size larger for the same tightness across the chest others have mentioned. The tailoring is top of the line, the fabric is perfect and I love the zipper placements! A+ I cannot WAIT to get this exchange done and get out on the trail with this on!!

Jul

2009

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

performs great but looks old

By katehers

from los angeles, CA

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Lightweight

Cons

Fabric Pills
Frays

Best Uses

Camping
Hiking
Travel

Comments about REI Sahara Shirt - Women's:

after the first wash the fabric pilled. i was extremely disappointed because it's such a great shirt in terms of staying cool in hot weather. i was in shanghai during monsoon season, humid humid humid and it stayed dry, didn't stick to my skin. i'm torn now whether i need to return it for it's pilling qualities

Jun

2009

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great shirt!

By ILoveSequoia

from Wrightwood, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight
Stylish

Cons

Fabric Pills

Best Uses

Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Outdoor Activities
Travel

Comments about REI Sahara Shirt - Women's:

I use this shirt for day hikes and overnight backpacking. The fabric pills where the front strap of the backpack rubs it - but I would expect this of most material where 35 lbs is rubbing against it.

The shirt actually looks good, feels great and vents well on those tough spots on the trail. It dries very quickly, keeps the sun off, and stays fairly odor free over a few days. Any stains I have been able to get out easily and I just follow the washing instructions (as I do with all my gear). As for wrinkling - remove it as soon as its finished drying or it will wrinkle. Or hang it to dry as someone else suggested.

It is just a little tight around the chest for me- which I do not have that problem with my Columbia. However, I still love the shirt and wear it every time I am out in warm weather (which is almost weekly!)

Jun

2009

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great Shirt!

By Dibbles

from Newark, DE

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Lightweight
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Outdoor Activities
Travel

Comments about REI Sahara Shirt - Women's:

I bought this shirt for hiking on a trip out to Death Valley and Yosemite. It was great for keeping the sun off and kept me cool in Death Valley. The zipped, mesh openings on the sides were great for extra ventilation when it was really hot. I have only washed it three times so far, but no problems with wrinkling and piling that I see someone else has experienced. It dries so fast that I would recommend just hanging it to dry and skipping the dryer. Now that I am home, I will still wear this shirt as it is quite stylish and has a nice taper to it.

Feb

2010

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

very nice

By expatworldtraveler

from Va

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Dries Easily
Lightweight
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Outdoor Activities
Travel
Work

Comments about REI Sahara Shirt - Women's:

I bought the rustic red shirt (which is almost more of a peach/cranberry) on clearance in January 10 when I was back in the States for a visit and I have been so impressed that I just ordered one in every other color (I wish there were more and darker colors)... and I'm a frugal person who NEVER pays full price [...]Fit: I'm 5ft3, 118lbs, 36b bust - so I ordered a size small, it fits very well, has a nice and feminine shape but the button on the bust sometimes shows a gap. Background/Use: I'm a teacher in rural South Korea where it's very cold in the winter and very hot and humid and gross/wet in the summer, there are also monsoon months where it rains for 45 days straight. I also have 5 weeks of vacation a year to backpack through tropical climates, locally there's also lots of hiking, biking, farming and outdoor activities, no air conditioning and we have washing machines - but no dryers. I have been searching and searching for clothing that can transform from work, to cute, travel, laundry, weight and space friendly. And this shirt fits them all. I am so excited to wear these shirts in the gross summer heat, because I'll be able to stay dry this time! However... the long-sleeved version (which I also bought on clearance does not have the same fit as the short sleeved and I will not be buying more of those). Buy one in every color!

Jan

2010

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great top!

By beckma67

from Brussels, Belgium

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Lightweight
Stylish

Cons

More colors needed

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Hiking
Outdoor Activities
Travel

Comments about REI Sahara Shirt - Women's:

I bought 2 of these shirts before going on a 2-week trip to Sri Lanka and they were the envy of all the English girls! Everyone looked forward to me wearing one of them so they could marvel at the side zips and secret pocket in front. I wore them hiking, biking, and generally roaming around. I'm 5'2" and 105 lbs. and the XS fit perfectly. One of the best investments I could make for attractive travel gear.

As for the pilling that some reported, I never had anything more than a day pack on so I cannot comment. I would also recommend you pick a color other than white ... it does get dirty and shows it. But that's life in the outdoors!

Jun

2009

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Best travel shirt yet!

By Riki

from Sacramento, CA & the world!

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight
Stylish
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Outdoor Activities
Travel
Work

Comments about REI Sahara Shirt - Women's:

Great for travel - easy to wash, quick drying. Fitted and flattering style, love the side-zip vents and hidden pocket. Claret is a great color - not the usual white/stone/lt. blue/sage colors that are readily available, but still complimentary & versatile to wear with all basic colors. Can't think of any cons. Have washed it several times by hand (traveling) & machine wash/dry with no problems.

Aug

2009

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

My New Favorite!

By geobuddy

from Portland, OR

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Lightweight
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Outdoor Activities
Travel
Work

Comments about REI Sahara Shirt - Women's:

I did not expect to love this shirt so much! I bought a dark red one and brought it on a camping trip - it was so comfortable I ended up wearing it almost the whole time. I decided I'd better buy a couple more and have ordered the green and blue. I'd like to see additional darker colors. So far, it washes up well, dries quickly. I'll take it on trips and have been wearing it to work as well. I like this style better than the long sleeve versions. Very flattering fit.