A rash vest (rash guard or rashie) is a tight-fitting, thin shirt made of quick-drying synthetic material that blocks UV rays, designed for use in and near water.
The Circle One womens short sleeve lycra rash vest is ideal for surfing, kayaking, SUP paddleboarding, and open water swimming, and offers full UPF 50+ protection from UV rays and abrasions from sand or hard surfaces.
Taking inspiration from our Kona womens wetsuits in the side pattern, these rash vests the perfect partner for wearing underneath your wetsuit, and also look amazing worn by themselves. The heavy duty lycra is robust and comfortable and it feels like the high quality garment that it is.
Rash Vests are designed with a tight fit, so if you would like a looser fit or have a larger chest measurement, then opt for a larger size than usual.
Technical Features
- 100% Lycra
- Flatlock stitching for added comfort and reduced rubbing
- High collar for additional protection for your neck against the sun
- UV Protection UPF 50+
Delivery Information
🏷️ *Free UK Mainland Shipping on Orders Over £50 (⚠️ excludes surfboards and soft-top SUP boards)
🇬🇧 UK & Ireland Shipping Summary
🚚 Standard Shipping
- Order before 2pm (Mon–Fri) for same-day dispatch.
- Orders after 2pm, weekends, or Bank Holidays ship next business day.
- All deliveries are fully tracked using DPD, Royal Mail or Parcelforce.
- Standard delivery takes 2–4 working days (Mon–Fri).
🚀 Express (Next Working Day) Shipping
- From £6.50 (UK Mainland only).
- Orders must be placed before 2pm to qualify.
Full shipping rates for all territories - click here.
📞 Delivery Questions?
UK Customers: 01363 773005
Outside UK: +44 1363 773005
(Mon–Fri, 09:00–16:30 UK time)
📧 Email: sales@circle-one.co.uk – we’ll get back to you ASAP!
Returns
🛍️ Returns & Exchanges
We want you to love your purchase. If something isn’t quite right, returning it is easy and flexible.
⏳ Return Window
- ✔️ Returns accepted within 60 days of receiving your order
- ✔️ Items must be unused, with tags and original packaging
🏄 Surfboards & Fragile Items
- 📦 Must be packaged securely using all original protective materials
- 🚫 Returns may be refused if items arrive damaged due to poor packaging
🚚 Return Shipping
- 💷 Customer pays return postage unless the item is faulty, damaged, or incorrect
- 📬 Use a tracked (and for boards: tracked + insured) service
🔄 Exchanges
- ⚡ Fastest method: place a new order and return the original for a refund
💳 Refunds
- 🔍 Issued once the item has been received and inspected
- 💸 Refunded to the original payment method
👉 For full details, please visit our main Delivery & Returns section.
Why wear a Rash Vest?
Avoids rubbing and rashs caused when wearing a wetsuit
Higher neck protects your neck which is prown to rubbing
Thermal rash vests give extra warmth in colder waters
Warm with shorts, it protects from UV in the sun
Stops you getting sunburnt and is quick drying to avoid feeling damp
