Florence Marine X Women's Accessories

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I choose the right size and fit for Florence Marine X Hydratight tights?

  Florence Marine X Hydratight tights run true to size with light compression; use the numeric waist guide (XS: 28-29", S: 30-31", M: 32-33", L: 34-36", XL: 38-40") to pick your usual size. If you’re between sizes and prefer more mobility or plan to layer, size up; for a secure, supportive fit during long paddles, stay with your typical size. Note: Silver Hydratight fabrics can look sheer when wet, so plan to wear them with boardshorts or a liner if you want extra coverage.
• How does the Hydratight line compare to the Long Sleeve Utility Pocket Hooded Rashguard?

  Hydratight pieces are lower-body focused—light-compression tights/shorts built for chafe reduction and range of motion—whereas the Long Sleeve Utility Pocket Hooded Rashguard is an upper-body, UPF 50+ top with integrated storage (9.5" x 4" zip pocket with drainage and key loop) and hooded coverage. Both use 80% recycled nylon/20% elastane with 4-way stretch and flatlock seams, but choose Hydratight for lower-body endurance performance and the Utility Hooded Rashguard when you need pockets, hood protection, and layered warmth.
• What materials and construction features give Florence Marine X sun protection and durability?

  Most women's accessories use an 80% recycled nylon / 20% elastane blend for 4-way stretch, quick-dry performance, and inherent UPF 50+ protection. Durability and comfort come from reinforced high-abrasion panels (knees/seat), flatlock low-profile stitching to reduce chafing, drainage eyelets, and hardware like CORDLOC drawcords; select pieces add Alpha Direct fleece or antimicrobial finishes for breathable warmth and odor control.
• How should I wash and care for Florence Marine X rashguards and tights?

  Machine or hand wash cold and hang dry to preserve stretch, UPF performance, and antimicrobial treatments; avoid tumble drying. After sessions, rinse and clear sand/salt from zippers and drainage holes and close zippers before washing to protect hardware and pocket seams.
• Which Florence Marine X features are most useful for long ocean races like the Molokai 2 Oahu?

  Race-focused features include UPF 50+ fabrics for sun protection, light-compression Hydratight pieces to minimize chafe, reinforced wear zones for durability, and the 9.5" x 4" zip pocket with drainage and key loop to stow essentials. Additional race-ready details are flatlock seams, CORDLOC drawcords for a secure fit, Alpha Direct or antimicrobial treatments for breathability, and field-proven validation from the FLORENCE Test Pilot program in places like North Shore Oahu and Fiji.