Baked-in UPF/UVF? Check. Flip-up sun collar? Check. Breathable,
moisture-wicking fabrics? Check and check. With the longer, warmer days of
summer upon us, Duluth Trading Company, the national workwear retailer,
introduces the gotta-have UPF and sun protective clothing that
will keep women safe from the harshest of steamy outdoor elements – including
the sun’s harmful rays. Go ahead, make your dermatologist proud!
From the sun-shielding Crusher Hat, to the sweat-busting Long Sleeve Action Shirt, to the
skin-saving Garden Pants, Duluth Trading Company
has the sun protection hats, shirts and bottoms to
safeguard skin – no matter what the outdoor chore.
“Whether digging in the garden or simply mowing the lawn, Duluth knows that women
spend a significant amount of time working outdoors in the summer and that
means serious exposure to the sun,” says Stephanie Pugliese, president and
chief merchandising officer, Duluth Trading Company. “With the help of Duluth
Real Women testers and models, we’ve been able to design outdoor workwear with
built-in sun safety features to ensure that women can do what they love –
better, longer and more safely.”
To check out all of Duluth’s sun
protective gear, check out Duluth Trading Women.
For more information about how to stay ‘sun-safe’ this summer,
watch “Sun Protection Tips of the Trade”
featuring Duluth Trading Real Woman Model and sustainable farmer Rebecca
Claypool. Claypool shares her tips of the trade on how to manage the risks of
working outside.
Sun Protective Gear From Duluth Trading Company:
Crusher Hat/Item #40502/$29.50
You can’t afford to be caught in the sun without a hat, so our Crusher has UPF 50+ protection built-in to shield sensitive
skin as well as an extra wide brim to keep you shaded from
harmful rays. And, the Crusher always
looks presentable when you pull it out and put it on because the flexible brim
and crown are constructed to bounce back to their original shape no matter how
long they’ve been squished. Plus, mesh sides keep you cool on sun-drenched
days.100 percent of users would
recommend the Crusher to friends.
Long Sleeve Action Shirt/ Item #43301/$49.50
This Action Shirt has
everything you need on hot jobs. Built-in sun protection, lightweight
moisture-wicking fabric and an easy-moving bi-swing back. Itsdurable ripstop CoolPlus® polyester wicks away
perspiration 6x faster than cotton, while built-in UPF 50+ helps filter harmful
rays. A flip-up sun collar shades your neck; discreet back mesh vents circulate
fresh air behind the bi-swing back. Plus, the shirttail hem keeps you covered
while bending, sitting or crouching. Not to mention, 100 percent of users would recommend the action
shirt to friends.
Short Sleeve Longtail Crew/Item # 82508/$18.50
Trendy tees in the big box stores may be cheap, but their wimpy fabrics and
careless construction just can’t stand up to our quality. Duluth Longtails are
made of a soft rib knit that won’t stretch or sag out of shape – and they have UPF 35+ protection built-in to
block harmful rays. The Longtail
Crew Tee is a full two inches longer than an ordinary tee
to stay tucked and keep you covered when you bend, reach or sit. With 97 percent for users recommending them to
friends, it’s easy to see why women prefer Longtails to the
competition!
Garden Pants / Item # 46104 / $49.50
Bend, squat,
kneel and tiptoe through the tulips this spring in our new Garden Pants. Designed for
freedom of movement, these hardworking pants feature a crotch gusset,
elasticized adjustable waist and internal kneepads to get the job done in
comfort. Pant hems are also elasticized so they stay put in mucky boots. Handy
pockets keep cell phones, keys and cash secure. Soft cotton/nylon blend fabric
stays cool in the hot sun with an addedUPF
50 protection. With
100 percent approval rating, what’s not to love! (Kneepad
Inserts sold separately. Item # 35536 / $6.50.)
Utility Vest/Item #51009/$59.50
Thanks to a whopping dozen pockets, the Duluth Trading Utility Vest is like an extra
set of hands leaving your hands free to do other things. This hard-working vest
also has a built-in sun collar
and UPF 50+ sun protection. Another handy detail? A large back
mesh panel, which works to keep you cool and circulate air during long, hot
days. Plus, the two-way front zip unzips from the bottom to make bending,
crouching and sitting easier. And, the material is so lightweight, you’ll
forget you’re wearing it! 97
percent of users recommend the Utility Vest.
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information. GRIT does not recommend, approve or
endorse the products and/or services offered. You should use your own judgment
and evaluate products and services carefully before deciding to purchase.
