fashion forward
By Belinda Theoret
Keeping You Safe and Looking Good on The Links
SanSoleil, the world leader in sun protection golf apparel, has partnered with Play for P.I.N.K., a charity that supports thousands of volunteers nationwide as they raise funds for breast cancer research through sporting and lifestyle events. P.I.N.K. stands for Prevention, Immediate diagnosis, New technology, Knowledge and the $4.75 million they raise annually goes to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Play for P.I.N.K. was founded in 1990 and now supports events in 30 states across the country, with more than 30,000 annual participants turning their passion for golf, tennis, and other sports and lifestyle pursuits into substantial support for 50
SunGlow features UPF 50 sun protection which will never wash out. SunGlow’ moisture wicking properties wick sweat and moisture away quickly and create a cooling effect that provides perfect comfort. SolTek Ice is the newest fabric from SanSoleil. SolTek ICE is created with 85% Cooling Nylon and 15% Athletic Stretch Spandex. The super cool nylon is combined with SanSoleil’s mesh inserts and quick cool technology to create the most comfortable fabric for golf, tennis and just about any outdoor summer sport! Best of all, SolTek ICE’s cooling properties never wash out. SanSoleil’s SolStyle Cool fabric has the unique ability to keep you cool even when the sun’s rays are beating down on you. Oh, and it will warm you up when you’re in the shade. The 88% Cooling Poly and 12% Super Stretch Spandex actually reduces your skin temperature by 5%! In addition to a wide variety of vivid colors, SanSoleil offers a number of exclusive prints. All SanSoleil products are easy to care for; simply turn inside out and wash in cold water. Dry on the delicate cycle or lay flat. These polos and jackets are great for travel! For more information about these or any other SanSoleil product, visit their website at www.sansoleil.com.
research. To date, Play for P.I.N.K. has raised over $57 million and currently supports 26 scientists at leading academic medical institutions around the world. As we all know, protection from the sun is an important safeguard against skin cancer and SanSoleil offers several fabrics that do a great job at keeping your skin protected. Their SolCool Fabric offers moisture wicking, to keep you cool and dry. The fabric is extremely lightweight and most importantly, offers UPF 50 sun protection. Another popular SanSoleil fabric is SunGlow. SunGlow is light and has a silk-like hand yet can be washed and dried on the regular cycle. Best of all, Golf Central • Volume 20, Issue 10
