Sizing

Children grow at such different rates! 

Determine your child’s size by measuring
•    back length (from the top of the shoulder to just below the waist)
•    chest circumference (measure around the chest with arms raised)

Our measurements are consistent with Australian sizing standards.  Don't be tempted to buy a size too big so you will get two seasons' wear.  Buy the correct size and have it fitting snugly the following year instead.  When rashies are too big for a child, they create drag through the water making it more difficult for the child to swim.  It also puts unnecessary drag on the garment each time it is worn.

Australian Standard Body Measurements for Children
Size 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Height 84cm 92cm 100cm 108cm 115cm 120cm 125cm 130cm 135cm 140cm
Chest 54cm 56cm 58cm 60cm 62cm 64cm 66cm 68cm 71cm 74cm
Waist 52cm 54cm 55cm 56cm 57cm 58cm 59cm 60cm 61cm 62cm
Hip 52cm 56cm 59cm 62cm 64cm 66cm 69cm 72cm 75cm 78cm
Back Length 21cm 23cm 25cm 26cm 27cm 28cm 29cm 29cm 30cm 31cm

 Care

Our sun shirts are made of the highest quality lycra fabric.  To keep them looking gorgeous, always rinse them in cool water and air dry after swimming.

Babes in the Shade sun shirts and swimwear should never be ironed, tumble-dried or dry-cleaned. 

Occasionally they may be machine washed at 30 degrees centigrade with a soft detergent and on the gentlest cycle.  It is not recommended to wash rashies in top loading washing machines as these can stretch the shirt. 

 
 
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