REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie - Women's Plus Sizes
This REI Co-op sun shirt is great for days spent on the trails or water. Its stretchy, technical knit wicks moisture and provides UPF 50+ sun protection. Pull up the hood for extra coverage.
Key Details
- UPF 50+ fabric shields against harmful UV rays
- Supersoft stretch knit wicks away moisture and dries quickly to withstand multiple days on the trail
- 3-panel hood has an internal drawstring to seal out the elements and a crossover style opening for sun coverage at the neck
- Dropped shoulders provide extra mobility and unrestricted movement
- Thumbholes hold sleeves in place
- Shaped hem provides a little extra coverage and protection from your pack
- Machine wash warm; do not bleach; tumble dry low
- REI Co-op brand is certified to The Climate Label; we actively fund efforts to reduce carbon emissions across our business and support climate projects around the world
- Product meets the bluesign criteria
Imported.
View the REI Co-op Sahara Product LineView all REI Co-op Women's T-Shirts| Best Use | Watersports Hiking |
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| Shirt Type | T-shirt |
| Fabric | 92% polyester/8% spandex (bluesign approved) |
| Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
| UPF Rating | 50 |
| Moisture Wicking | Yes |
| Quick Drying | Yes |
| Sleeve Length | Long Sleeve |
| Hood | Yes |
| Thumbholes | Yes |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Sustainability | Product meets the bluesign® criteria From a Climate Label Certified brand |
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | 1X | 2X | 3X | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18W | 20W | 22W | 24W | 26W | |
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| Numerical Size | 00 | 0-2 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 12-14 | 16 | 18 | 20-22 | 24-26 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 26 |
| Bust | 31 | 32-33 | 34-35 | 36-37 | 38.5-40 | 41-42.5 | 43-45 | 47-49 | 51-53 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38.5 | 40 | 42.5 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 | 53 |
| Sleeve Length | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 30 | 30 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 31 | 31 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 33.5 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 34.5 |
| Waist | 24.5 | 25.5-26.5 | 27.5-28.5 | 29.5-30.5 | 32-33.5 | 34.5-36.5 | 37.5-39.5 | 40.5-42.5 | 44.5-46.5 | 25.5 | 26.5 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 29.5 | 30.5 | 32 | 33.5 | 36 | 38.5 | 40.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 46.5 |
| Hip | 34 | 35-36 | 37-38 | 39-40 | 41.5-43 | 44-46 | 47-49 | 50-52 | 54-56 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41.5 | 43 | 45.5 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 |
| Inseam | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated. Size chart values represent body measurements, not garment measurements. Some women's pants are available in petite and tall sizes. Typically petite sizes fit women 4'11" to 5'3". Regular sizes fit women 5'4" to 5'8". Tall sizes fit women 5'9" to 5'11".
PETITE: Generally, as compared to regular sizes, petite sizes are 2.5 inches shorter in inseam, 1 inch shorter in body length, 1.25 inches shorter in sleeve length and ¾ inch shorter in total rise.
TALL: tall sizes are 3 inches longer in inseam, 2 inches longer in body length, 2.5 inches longer in sleeve length and 1.25 inches longer in total rise.
Capri or cropped pants have an intentionally shorter inseam—reference the technical specs instead of this chart.
Inseam is measured to the floor.
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Absolutely love it!
I absolutely LOVE this little hoodie - I wore it all over Seattle and Olympic National Park last week (end of April 2023) and it was the perfect layering piece that looked great with jeans, leggings, and hiking pants regardless of what activity we were doing that day. Definitely planning to buy more in other colors.
Not as protective, too warm, awkward hood.
Wore this in the desert for 36 hours. Was a bit too hot for hiking and not as wicking as I would have liked. I love the design and the fit, although it runs smaller than the sizes suggest. However after 36 hours I felt baked. It was clear the sun had gotten through in some places on my arms, and while I wasn't burned it did suggest that it's not as sun resistant as it claimes. I had a $20 shirt from amazon that wasn't as cute, but it kept me dry and completely sun free for 48 hours. The hood on this is weirdly long but you can't adjust it in anyway. it hung down over my eyes when the hood was pulled up I had to kind of line it up with my hair line and put my hat on over it to hold it down, which was bizarre. The seams are uncomfortable too they're huge and dig into your arms. I do like the elongated sleeves with the thumb holes though. All in all, if it were cheaper I'd probably have no complaints, but considering the cost I would have expected more protection, more wicking, and a less awkward hood.
Great fit but too warm
I purchased this primarily for hiking. The fit is perfect for me... long arms and tall... looks cute. On the trail it was way too hot. If I had a shirt under, I definitely would have taken it off and it was only in the 70s. I like the style, but I'm going to use it as a cool weather shirt instead.
I would buy again in other colors
I love this top! It's a relaxed fit, not too warm or bulky, thumb holes are always a bonus, and the spf is awesome! I've worn it many times already, it's washed and dried very well, and this will be a companion on many hiking trips. The fabric is not bulky so that layering over it is easy.
Nice but really strange sizing
I have always been really pleased with all my previous clothing purchases from REI. This one, not so much. Its a nice top, made well of nice soft material, and the color was really pretty. (Blue Heather) Here's the caveat; It has the strangest sizing!! The shoulders are a little big, the arms (upper arm) are tight, and the sleeve length was for someone with abnormally long arms! The sleeves went a full 2 -3 inches past the tip of my finger. I hope that this is a one off, and not their normal sizing, but it's unfortunately going back.
A+ on this one!!!!!
I wear this about once a week and have incorporated it into my regular outfits (besides trail outfits) because I just rock with it that much. In the summer it protects me (without fail) during hot hot summer days outside, and in the winter acts as an excellent sweat-wicking base layer. I usually wear a 2x in most tops, but found that the 3x fit better. It looks and feels so much nicer when I went the size up!
Great shirt, sizing is odd & tag is annoying
This shirt is an awesome material, and a great fit. However, not sure why the plus sizes aren’t just included w the other sizes. Why is an XL different than a 1X?! Confusing for consumers. Additionally, the tag on the inside of the side seem—why is it so high & even when cut off is horribly annoying?! Doesn’t seem like there’s a need for any tag. I wear this shirt A LOT but the tag is very frustrating. Surely that must have been ID’d in product testing.
I love this lightweight shade shirt!
This shade shirt is awesome, I went back and bought it in the other color too. Length is great, I find that plus sizes can be a little short in length but this is much better.
Runs warm
Fits well without being clingy. It is too warm and better suited for cooler temperatures. The upper arms run narrow and this is never an issue for me, so I am assuming this is a design feature. It’s a good length for me (5’ 3”).
Very comfy and great sun protection
I loved this so much I bought a second one. Very nice, soft, and breathable. The hood/neckline can be adjusted so that it is close around neck for best sun protection or opened up more. Hood fits under a hat for even better sun protection. It is cute as a lightweight, stylish top for everyday, and great for outdoor adventure.