What to Wear Paddling

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The quick-dry Carve Designs Dawson rashguard offers lightweight, versatile sun protection for fun in the water—and it can handle a hike in the woods, too.
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View all Carve Designs Women's Rashguards| Best Use | Watersports |
|---|---|
| Shirt Type | Partial-zip |
| Fabric | 82% recycled polyester/18% spandex |
| Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
| UPF Rating | 50 |
| Quick Drying | Yes |
| Sleeve Length | Short Sleeve |
| Hood | No |
| Gender | Women's |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
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I purchased the small, and it is very snug and form fitting, which I prefer. I tried the automated "what's my size" feature, which had me as a size large, which was way off. Instead, I looked at te size chart and my measurements had me hovering between a small and a medium. I decided to size down, since I am petite. It is a little tight in the bust. Overall, I'm very happy with this, it's practical and also feminine/flattering. I plan to wear this swimming and hiking/biking. I also purchased the similar long-sleeve rashguard and the fit is the same. For reference, I am 50 years old, 5'3" tall, 135 lbs, 36C. My full bust is 37.5", waist 30", hip 38".
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really like this silhouette on the model, but the neckline just doesn’t look good on me — I have a round face, narrow shoulders, and a big bust. I wonder if they look better on small-chested gals, which is too bad because otherwise, Carve doesn’t have another short-sleeve rashguard option. The long-sleeve rashguard is fantastic, though!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love this to wear as an optional swimwear top. I usually start or end with it on because I can get cold or hot from too much sun easily. The length is great and looks amazing with my swim shorts. The fabric is nice so I wear it as a shirt sometimes too!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my new Rashguard top. I wore it paddle boarding and it was perfect. I’m 5’ 4”, weight 130, bust 34 DD and I liked the Med size just. It fit a little loose, but still skimmed my body. I would buy this again. Super cute and flattering fit.
So glad I brought this top. Looks great, hides my stomach, provides sun protection for my shoulders and chest and is soft and comfortable. I am 5’5” 140llbs with a mommy (twin) tummy. I got a large which is loose fitting but doesn’t look huge.
The material is very nice and feels good against the skin. Nice fit and you can use the strings to make it have a more bunched look or loosen to not have as tight. Height 5'3' 100lbs
I bought this to use in water aerobics this year. I’ve worn 6 times and noticed the sewing broke apart on both sides where the rushing is. Disappointed for the price of the product.
Good quality, gives sun protection to my shoulders. I like that I can zip it up or unzip it depending on how warm it is. Great look, I like the draw strings.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love it! It’s comfortable, not too clingy and effective Sun protector as well! Navy goes with everything too.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m glad I bought this top, it looks great with everything and will be fun to wear to the beach as well.