Sun Protective Swimwear Offers FUNctional Fashion

A monster wave of kid’s swimwear for 2011 is making a huge splash with functional and sun-safe on-trend styles! As parents have become more aware of the dangers of solar rays, the popularity of sun-protective swimwear has expanded exponentially. While sunscreen is always a must, several brands provide added safety through innovative UV-protective swimwear that deftly doubles as all-day playwear. For the latest colorful hats, darling bikinis, and hip and happening swim trunks and rash guards, check out these shining examples of next season’s fun-in-the-sun fashions from Seasons UV, Babi-Kini, Sun Busters and Flap Happy.

Seasons UV Shines with the Sun

Seasons UV designs a unique line of swim apparel that focuses on sun safety for little swimmers. Seasons UV has done its research, and reports that up to 80% of damaging sun exposure is received before the age of 18, and that the chance of skin cancer increases 50% if one of these exposures leads to a severe sunburn! This line of swim apparel uses UV protective fabric that covers as much skin as is practical. The fabric is quick-drying, which adds to its protection level and makes it comfortable enough for all-day wear.

This line is perfect for families who want to spend a full day in the sun with their children. Kids can jump in the water, ride bikes or go horseback riding; whatever the outdoor adventure, children wearing Seasons UV will always be more protected from sun exposure!

Seasons UV’s newest innovation is UVA/UVB ray sensitive appliqués that appear or change color to indicate when a child needs additional sunscreen. This line incorporates safety and style with intricate appliqués in an array of fun colors.

To brighten your sales, prepare now for sun season 2011 at www.Seasons-UV.com

Babi-Kini for First Exposures in the Sun

Babi-Kini™ is all about baby’s first exposure to fun in the sun! Babi-Kini is an adorable string bikini fit for the tiniest sun goddess. In sizes from birth to age 7, these itzy bitzy, teeny weenies were first made as a gag gift, and took off with the power of a tsunami. Known as “baby’s first bikini,” the Babi-Kini suit ties on, for versatility and easy adjusting.

Babi-Kini, packaged in a cute drawstring gift bag, is often purchased for baby showers. It makes a one-of-a-kind keepsake too when put on a stuffed animal! There’s nothing skimpy about the variety of prints available, including fun animal designs, flower patterns, and, of course, classic polka dots. In addition to its baby bikinis, the company also offers sun-protection swimwear, rash guard sun shirts and other UV-protection clothing.

The company focuses strongly on vendor success with easy ordering and year-round shipping, and even allows exchanges. To get in the swim of all things new, take a dip at www.babikini.com

Sun Busters^® Turns Sunny Days into Play Days

Sun Busters, a Plangea Inc. brand in the U.S., is an Australian-based swim line that uses UV-protective material that shields kids from the sun and allows them to play in comfort, safety and style.

Sun Busters first saw the light of day when two friends, one American and one Australian, were looking for sun protection for their children. These moms needed swimwear that provided protection from harmful rays, was durable and chemical free. The two moms quickly discovered that while UV-protective swimwear for kids was widely available Australia, finding it in the U.S. was another story. They decided to fill this need in the market by creating fresh, vibrant and stylish sun protective products for American babies and children that would be exciting to wear, and Sun Busters swimwear and hats was born.

The fabric used in Sun Busters swimwear and accessories is tested at 50+ UPF protection and is salt-water and chlorine resistant. The fabric blocks an incredible 99% of the sun’s rays without the use of harsh chemicals like those often found in sunscreen. Sun Busters apparel features high collars to protect tender necks and is offered in a choice of full-length and short sleeves. The extensive line includes reversible bucket hats, rash guard sets, all-in-one swimsuits, halter bikinis, cover-ups and aqua shoes. The line is available for ages 3 months through 10 years. Infant sizes include diaper snaps for easy changes.

The Skin Cancer Foundation officially recommends Sun Busters to reduce the risk of skin cancer. A portion of Sun Busters’ profits are donated to skin cancer prevention organizations worldwide.

The Sun Busters slogan proclaims, “Go play. We’ve got you covered!” For more info, check out www.sunbusterskids.com

Flap Happy^® Protects Bright, Shady Smiles

Flap Happy, the original sunhat company for babies and kids, was created 23 years ago by mom Laurie Snyder for her fair-skinned child. This highly successful apparel line began with a simple idea, the Flap Happy hat. Today’s fabulous Flap Happy hat has changed with the times, and is now made of sun-protective 50-UPF fabric.

The Flap Happy hat is available in a traditional bucket style, and also in a cap style hat which has an over-sized bill with additional fabric in back to drape over the neck. The bucket style features an over-sized rim that covers the face and neck. Hats are available with ruffled rims and unique patterns for boys and girls.

With the popularity of the Flap Happy hat, the line has expanded to include sun apparel for the whole body. The full line of Flap Happy apparel includes; hats, rash guards, swim suits, playwear, swim diapers, and the popular Sunbreaker jacket for boys. Made in the beach community of Santa Monica, California, Flap Happy is available in infant sizes through age 10.

To see what all the flap’s about through all seasons, flip to www.FlapHappy.com