Features

Design benefits

sun protection
The fabric of this t-shirt has been tested up to UPF 50+

Design details

ZERO DYE // GREIGE COLOUR
We have decided not to dye this T-shirt and to offer it in a greige colour to significantly lower the CO2 impact.
YOU ARE A BEGINNER SURFER
You are learning to surf or surf only a few times a year, during your holidays or a surf trip. You stay where you can touch the bottom, in tiny waves or broken waves. You surf for the pleasure of being in the water and for the feeling you get from it. During your sessions, you often fall but you fall in waves that are not very powerful. We have designed a wide range of products for you, to suit your occasional activity and your body shape.
How to choose your UV protection T-shirt (Part 1)
All of our UV-resistant T-shirts are UPF 50+, i.e. they have the maximum level of sun protection. The choice between them will therefore be made based on the length of the sleeves and will depend on what it will be used for. The constraints are greatest for surfing so we decided to build our range primarily for surfing. For surfing, the choice will be made according to the duration of your sessions: 1 hour, 2 hours or 3 hours.
How to choose your UV protection T-shirt (Part 2: According to the duration of the session)
1 hour: Occasional practice. You can choose between a loose fit (priority to ease of dressing and comfort when dry) or a fitted cut (priority to comfort when wet). A loop system to connect it to the shorts ensures the stability of the product. 2 hours: Regular practice. Comfort when wet is enhanced by the seamless panels under the arms and the drawstring which further increases stability. 3 hours: Intensive practice. Additional warmth to help you stay in the water for longer.
UV protection even when wet
The fabric of this OLAIAN anti-UV product blocks at least 98 % of UVB radiation and 95 % of UVA (UPF 50+). This guarantees effective protection from the sun. It can be used both in and out of the water, for water or nautical sports. UV filtering properties depend on the density of the textile fibres. Chlorine-resistant.
What does UPF 50+ mean?
UPF is a sun protection factor (Ultra Violet Protection Factor) and is standardised worldwide. It defines the protection level of a fabric and more precisely the proportion of UV rays it lets through. To meet the standards, it must block at least 95 % of UV rays. UPF 50+ means that the fabric blocks at least 95 % of UVA and 98 % of UVB rays.
Multi watersports UV protection T-shirt
Our UV tops are designed to meet the needs of the most demanding surfers. Our design choices also make them compatible with other watersports such as swimming, kite surfing, windsurfing, wakeboarding, water skiing, sea wading or SUP (stand up paddle boarding).
Behaviour when in the sun
Although this T-shirt provides protection from the sun, phenomena such as reflections (from the water, sand, etc.), heat, time of day, etc., must be taken into account. Wearing this T-shirt does not exempt the wearer from adopting suitable behaviour: wear sunglasses, wear a hat or cap, regularly apply an appropriate sun cream, drink regularly, etc.
OLAIAN, DECATHLON'S SURF BRAND
Based in Hendaye, in south-west France, OLAIAN is Decathlon's new surfing and bodyboarding brand. In our offices at the water's edge, we can design a swimsuit or wetsuit and then on the same day test it directly in the sea to check it stays in place in the waves.

Specifications

Main Material

Polyester

The main material of a shoe is the main material used to make the outer part of the shoe, generally the upper and sole. The main material influences the durability, comfort and aesthetics of the shoe.

Cut

Loose

The fit of a garment refers to the way it is cut and made in terms of its shape, silhouette and dimensions. The fit determines how the garment adapts to the wearer's body, as well as its overall style.

Neckline Type

Crew Neck

Highlights the different types of necks that can be found on clothing.

Details

level of practice	beginner
place of practice	on water, beach, boat, salt water
fit	loose
protection factor (uv)	spf 50+
neck type	crew neck
age	over 14 years and adults
main material	polyester
style	plain
anti-uv	anti-uv

Composition

Main fabric: 100.0% Polyester

Environmental impact

Carbon footprint

Kg CO2 eq.

4.154

Contribution

Raw material	56%
Manufacturing	2%
Packaging	0%
Distribution	3%
Use	36%
End of life	3%

Ecodesign approach

Analysing the product's environmental footprint enabled us to identify the most impactful stages of its life cycle. Thanks to this approach, our design teams were able to develop this product while significantly reducing its environmental impact.More about our approach

Recycled polyester

Product made from 93% recycled polyester

Greige (undyed)

Product made from 91% undyed yarn

WOMEN’S SURFING LONG-SLEEVED UV-RESISTANT T-SHIRT MALOU GREIGE (UNDYED)