Carlee is a shark & sea turtle scientist and co-founder of Minorities in Shark Sciences. She is 5'7", 145 lbs, 36C and is wearing a size M.

Maddie is the Program & Outreach Director at Debris Free Oceans and a restoration ecology educator. She is 5'8", 135lbs, and wearing a size M.

Camilla is the Operations Manager here at Waterlust. She loves using her camera to communicate marine conservation issues. She is 5'8", 180 lbs and wearing a size XL.

Model: Camilla is the Operations Manager here at Waterlust. She loves using her camera to communicate marine conservation issues. She is 5'8", 180 lbs and wearing a size XL.

Camilla is the Operations Manager here at Waterlust. She loves using her camera to communicate marine conservation issues. She is 5'8", 180 lbs and wearing a size XL.

Suit cropped to 8" inseam. Camilla is the Operations Manager here at Waterlust. She loves using her camera to communicate marine conservation issues. She is 5'8", 180 lbs and wearing a size XL.

Model: Suit cropped to 8" inseam. Camilla is the Operations Manager here at Waterlust. She loves using her camera to communicate marine conservation issues. She is 5'8", 180 lbs and wearing a size XL.

Suit cropped to 4" inseam. Camilla is the Operations Manager here at Waterlust. She loves using her camera to communicate marine conservation issues. She is 5'8", 180 lbs and wearing a size XL.

Model: Suit cropped to 4" inseam. Camilla is the Operations Manager here at Waterlust. She loves using her camera to communicate marine conservation issues. She is 5'8", 180 lbs and wearing a size XL.

Detail shot of full body suit with thumb holes to protect hands from sun.

Whale Shark Warrior FULL-BODY Sun Suit

Name: Whale Shark Warrior FULL-BODY Sun Suit
Brand: Guatemala
SKU: FBSS-WSW-S
Price: 159.00 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

$159.00 USD

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Designed for diving, snorkeling, swimming, surfing, kiting, winging... you get the idea. If the ocean is your happy place but you recognize the importance of skin protection, these suits are for you! Versatile too - wear it alone or as a base layer to help you easily slip in and out of your wetsuit on those colder days.

Characteristic spots and stripes adorn the largest fish in the sea forming an intricate pattern, like a warrior painted for battle. Scientists use these distinctive markings to identify individual whale sharks. Like a fingerprint, each is as unique and special as the last.

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1. UPF 50+ sun protection (max rating achievable)
2. 100% chlorine, sun, salt water, and sunscreen resistant
3. High neck collar and thumbholes at wrists to protect the tops of your hands
4. Raw hem and internally stitched bar-tacks allow for customizable leg inseam lengths of 31”, 29”, 27”, 25”, 23”, 8”, 4”, and 2”. Crop the long legs to your favorite shorty length, or customize for your height. Learn how here.
5. Strong front zipper for easy entry and adjustable neck/chest coverage
6. Raglan cut sleeves for great range of shoulder movement
7. Fibers mechanically engineered for quick-dry, moisture-wicking and breathability
8. Resilient 4-way stretch and recovery for shape retention in and out of the water
9. No shelf bra or padding. For more support, we suggest wearing a bikini top underneath
10. Tag-less for comfort
Our signature fabric is sleek, soft, and luxurious, while strong, substantial, and resilient. It’s got a gummy, supportive, and smoothing stretchiness you’ll love, comfortably hugging you in all the right places.

Main fabric: 88% Repreve® RPET (recycled polyester made from post-consumer plastic bottles), 12% spandex

Zipper: polyacetal resin (tough, high strength thermoplastic)
5% of sales will be donated to Marine Megafauna Foundation, a non-profit focused on the research and conservation of threatened marine megafauna, particularly sharks and rays.
Orders are lovingly packaged using minimal packaging and eco-responsible materials, and shipped from our wonderful partner warehouse in Pennsylvania within the same or next business day. We’ll email you with your tracking info as soon as your order is shipped.

Learn more about shipping, exchanges and returns here.

UPF 50+ Sun Protection (Max Rating Achievable)

100% Fade-Proof From Chlorine, Sun & Saltwater

Anti-Microbial = Smell-Resistant

Fibers Mechanically Engineered For Quick-Dry & Moisture-Wicking

Made From Recycled Materials

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Free within the U.S. International orders must pay return postage. Exchanges orders can be placed immediately with an instant credit.

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Advocate Apparel Inspired by the largest fish in the sea, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus)

Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are fish, not whales - allowing them to hold the esteemed title of "largest fish in the sea" (since sharks are fish too!). These charismatic creatures can reach lengths of 12 meters (40 feet) or more! Despite their large size, they feed on some of the smallest organisms in the sea, plankton. Hanging vertically in the water column they're able to suction feed and filter these tiny organisms through their gill rakers much like a giant vacuum cleaner pulls dust and dirt from a kitchen floor, filtering the fragments into its chamber within.

Unfortunately, approximately 100 million sharks are killed every year by humans, through direct targeted fishing efforts as well as unintended bycatch from other fisheries. The whale shark is one species of shark that is particularly vulnerable to this commercial fishing due to their high value in international trade, in addition to their highly migratory nature and normally low abundance. Research into the lives of these gentle giants can help us to manage their populations and keep these magnificent fish in the ocean where they belong.

5% of sales from your purchase of this product are donated to the Marine Megafauna Foundation

The Marine Megafauna Foundation is helping to shed light on the population structure, migratory patterns, and the conservation requirements of these threatened sharks. Created in 2009, they aim to research, protect and conserve the large populations of marine megafauna (large marine species) found along the Mozambican coastline. Almost all whale sharks encountered by divers are juveniles and most are males. Where the school-bus-sized mature sharks swim, what they eat, and where the females give birth has long been a mystery, however their team is now very close to making these discoveries. 10% of profits from your purchase will go to the Marine Megafauna Foundation for satellite tags that are needed to track the movements of these large female whale sharks.

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“Waterlust's support provides critical seed funding for us to rapidly develop and implement whale shark conservation projects in areas where this globally-endangered species is most at risk. This includes Mozambique, where our research and awareness work helped the government decide to fully protect whale sharks just a few weeks ago. We love working with a company that is so committed to making a positive change in the world.”

Dr. Simon Pierce, Co-Founder / Principal Scientist

the Marine Megafauna Foundation

Fits well

I have a very short torso and long legs but this fits quite well. I haven't worn it to water yet so I'll have to edit once I get that chance

Whale Shark Warrior FULL-BODY Sun Suit

This Suit is AMAZING!!!!!

I normally don’t write reviews for items that I’ve purchased but this suit deserves shining feedback. Not only is the Whale Shark design beautiful but the fabric is very substantial and good quality as well as the suit’s construction. I struggle to remember to reapply my sunscreen and this suit was a perfect solution. I wore it all day out on a boat and had gotten in and out of the water with no sun damage to my skin. I’m 5’ 9”, 157lbs, bra size 36 DD with an athletic hourglass shape and I was extremely impressed with the fit. I used the fitting guide for sizing and it was spot on it recommended a medium. I’m recommending these suits to everyone I know!

Fits and feels great

I'm 5'6, 140#, with a size M full body suit. It's not at all slippery on a waxed surfboard, that's a good thing. The front zip is comfortable when lying on a hard finished surfboard.
After rinsing well, the suit dripped dry, and took a bit longer to dry than I had hoped in the warm shade of a maple tree. I don't think the drying time will be an issue when I take it on a tropical surf trip this fall.

Stunning and flattering sun suit

My whale shark sun suit arrived last week and I love it. I'm a UK size 10-12 and 140lb, 5'5" and the medium is just right. It's easy to put on, comfortable and flattering. I wouldn't trim the legs as it would be a shame to lose the lovely fabric! I will be using this for summer paddleboarding in the UK and for scuba diving in warm water abroad. Last year I just wore a rash vest and surf shorts for warm water scuba but this will give me a bit more protection in the water.
A word of warning to others considering ordering this from the UK: I had to buy a t-shirt as well to make the minimum spend to have this delivered to the UK. But then I also had to pay £63 of customs fees on top. Ouch. But I couldn't find a similar product closer to home so as a one-off I'm still pleased to have the sun suit.

Vibrant Sun Protection

Love our full body sun protection! These well made suits have strong zippers and comfort for long hours of play. Thank you for making beautiful strong gear!

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Whale Shark Warrior FULL-BODY Sun Suit

UPF 50+ Sun Protection (Max Rating Achievable)