The Right Stuff: Top UPF clothing for summer

As temperatures rise and summer arrives, so does the need to protect your skin.

Clothing with built-in UPF (ultraviolet protection factor) is more than just a trend — it’s a smart move.

Lifestyle contributor Lori Bergamotto is helping round up all the UPF items you might need this summer, from breezy button-downs to lightweight cover-ups and hats that make sun safety effortless and chic.

Whether you’re heading to the beach, walking the city or lounging outdoors, these pieces help block harmful rays while keeping you cool.

Check it all out below.

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Hats

A wide-brim hat or bucket cap isn’t just a summer essential — it’s your first line of defense against sun exposure, with added style points.

White T-shirt

SHADE NEW YORK was founded by melanoma survivor Jess Dunn, who did not see her everyday style represented in the UPF clothing market, so she created elevated sun-safe essentials that don’t compromise on design. The Origin Tee is the first and only 100% cotton t-shirt with UPF 40+ protection. Plus, right now you can get 10% savings using the code GMA10 at checkout.

Uniqlo: Street style

Uniqlo’s lightweight layers and breathable silhouettes bring street-smart flair to sun-safe dressing, proving function and fashion can coexist. These pieces also have UV protection, helping to keep you protected from the sun’s harmful rays.

Lands’ End: Beachwear

Lands’ End is an iconic summer style destination for the entire family featuring UPF 50 sun protection to stay covered no matter what your next adventure.

Janie and Jack: Kid’s swim

Janie and Jack’s UPF 50+ swimwear blends playful prints with serious sun protection, so your little ones can splash safely all season long.

Athleta: Athletic wear

Are you looking for the cutest workout outfit with the best sun protection? Athleta has you covered with the In Motion Seamless Tank and Ace Adventure High Rise Skort. Semi-fitted tank skims easily over the body with ventilation that helps keep you cool. Made for medium to high impact workouts at the gym, studio or outdoors. The Ace Adventure High Rise Skort features two side-pockets in undershorts, making it easy to stash tennis balls between sets, and sewn-in gripper tape keeps undershorts from riding up. The skort is also incredibly lightweight: SwiftLite feels like fabric from the future — smooth, luxe and cool to the touch.

REI: Outdoor wear

The Sahara Shade Hoodie is rated as UPF 50+ and offers great protection against the sun in a comfortable fabric you can wear for a multitude of activities. It has features that increase coverage including hoods, thumb loops for greater coverage on the top of the hands, and longer body length for added protection. The Sahara Shade Hoodie is one of REI’s top selling apparel items across all brands.

Amazon: Hats

The Mission Cooling UPF Performance Hat incorporates advanced wet-to-cool technology, which absorbs water or sweat to cool the hat up to 30 degrees below average body temperature in under one minute. This innovative feature allows the hat to stay cool for up to two hours or longer with reactivation. By keeping cool, you can stay focused and dedicated to your activities without distraction. To activate your hat, simply follow these three steps: wet, wring, and wave.