Coolibar President John Barrow and Executive VP of Merchandising Michael Hubsmith answer Facebook fans’ questions about sun protective clothing.

“I was looking forward to wearing my [Coolibar Beach] shirt as it felt so light and weightless when I pulled it out of the package. Our Florida climate presented a perfect day to wear it to the beach. The first thing I noted was how incredibly light this shirt really was, as I couldn’t even feel it on my body [...]

Ask the Founder/President & Executive VP of Coolibar about sun protection clothing on Tue. April 26 starting at 1:30pm CST on Facebook.com/Coolibar.

Jack Ip, also known as JIP, makes it his business to seek some of the best fishing in the world. Last November, he traveled to the Amazon to fish for Peacock bass, one of the world’s toughest freshwater species. But tackle wasn’t the only thing he brought with him to the treacherous waters in Barcelos, Brazil.

Ever wonder what the major differences are between sunscreen and sun protective clothing? Compare sunscreen and sun protective clothing side-by-side and then determine how to best protect yourself and your family from the sun.

Get a glimpse of Coolibar’s 2011 UPF50+ swimwear and beach basics before your Spring Catalog arrives in February!

Dermatologist Dr. Jaime Davis of Uptown Dermatology talks about the need for sun protective clothing. While sunscreen can provide adequate UV coverage on sun exposed skin, such as the backs of hands, the best sun protection actually comes from sun protective clothing.

Not too long ago, we received a letter along with a picture from a thrilled first time Coolibar customer, who decided to let us know how impressed she was with our quick drying, breathable sun protection apparel. “As a very satisfied first time customer of Coolibar clothing, I wanted to show you that it was a pleasure wearing my hat and outfit on a very hot day and still feeling cool!”

It’s the same battle each year – what to get that particular person on your gifting list. This holiday season, Coolibar has put together an array of healthy, stylish and unique gift options that will please everyone on your list.

Over the past months, Coolibar’s merchandising team has been hard at work designing new sun protection apparel. One of the more exciting parts of creating new products is putting them up to the test! Dermatologist Dr. Manju George was one of the first to try our NEW Coolibar Convertible Polo and give us her input.