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cabana life :: 50+ UV protection swimwear :: $100 giveaway

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ready for spring break fb meme

photo credit: from Facebook

I saw this meme recently and it gave me a giggle. I feel a bit like this beach babe….

I’ll not hurt your eyes with my winter white skin and I’ll share mostly photos from the Cabana Life website in this post. I am in love with their wide selection of stylish swimwear. Spring break  and then summer will be here before you know it. That means it’s time to get a new swimsuit…or 2 or 3. I love swimwear!

Many of you already know this, but I had a scare with melanoma skin cancer in 2013. For a while, the sun was ruined for me, but I’ve found a way to still enjoy the summer. It’s all about proper swimwear that will protect me from those cancer rays that beam down from above. Being safe in the sun is important for everyone, it only takes one bad sunburn to be at risk of skin cancer.

While I want to be sun-smart, I don’t want to look like the strange covered up lady on the beach. I’m really happy that there are companies like Cabana Life that have stylish swimwear to keep my family safe in the sun. I will be sporting the NANTUCKET SOUND ZIPPER RASHGUARD in 2017. The rashguard is a perfect fit. I ordered a medium (I’m 5 ft 8) and it was the right length. It’s slightly fitted at the waist, but not clingy in the spare tire zone. 🙂 The print is flattering for my shape as well. I am a bit of a pear shape so I did order a large swim skirt to be safe. It fits well since I’m on the higher end of my winter hibernation weight. My grandma always wore a swim skirt, but I think it’s stylish for younger people now too. I have skin cancer scars and imperfections to hide. I feel very comfortable sporting a swim skirt, especially since it’s so cute with my rashguard.

cabana life swimwear - cute rashguardPRODUCT DETAILS

  • 50+ UV Protection
  • Blocks 98% of UVA + UVB rays
  • Slight contour at waist
  • Nylon/Spandex
  • Breathable
  • Quick drying
  • Size M length measures 24.5”
There was a surprise feature on the rashguard that I didn’t notice when I ordered it. The sleeves have thumb holes if you want to protect your hands. Last summer we went to Lake Michigan and even though  I wore sunscreen and a rashguard, my neck and hands were fried at the end of the day. The higher zip up neckline and the option to cover my hands with the thumb holes to keep the sleeves over my hands would have helped me avoid that burn. Brilliant feature!

cabana life kids

While this post is all about the women’s line of swimwear. Cabana Life has adorable swimwear options for the whole family. I have my eye on a matching tanking and cover up set for my daughter. She still thinks it’s cool to dress like her mom. I have to take advantage of that while it lasts. I do wish that quality swimwear wasn’t so expensive, but you can’t put a price tag on keeping your skin safe in the sun. I budget to get at least one new quality piece of swimwear each season. I justify the cost when I wear it for a few years and enjoy having at least one new swimsuit a season.

nautical cabana life

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One (1) SIMPLE reader will win a $100 Cabana Life gift card. Enter to win below via rafflecopter. One entrant per household.

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the penny pincher :: ginny is a follower of Christ, a happy wife, & a mom to 3 kiddos ages 14, 12, and 8. she is a midwest transplant to the west coast. she’s in full-time Christian ministry with her husband, has a passion for living frugally, loves to redecorate her house continuously, strives to reach 10k fitbit steps daily, & is an avid coca cola & oreo consumer. Find more of Ginny on facebook, pinterest and Instagram.

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  • Jenny Ham
    March 21, 2017 at 8:07 pm

    I like the NAVY TICKING STRIPE EMBROIDERED COVER UP

  • Tara
    March 21, 2017 at 5:33 pm

    Love the orange rashguard and skirt suit.

  • Michelle J.
    March 21, 2017 at 4:48 pm

    I’d get the striped rash guard swim set!

  • Tamara Sz
    March 21, 2017 at 4:03 pm

    I love the BIG GIRLS SPRING BLOOMS SWIMSUIT & TERRY COVER UP SET

  • Andrea Darst
    March 21, 2017 at 2:14 pm

    I am obsessed with the NAVY BATIK STRIPE HOODED COVER UP!

  • Rajee Pandi
    March 21, 2017 at 7:54 am

    I want to try http://www.cabanalife.com/resort-collection/bora-bora-beach-pants.html

  • laurie murley
    March 20, 2017 at 11:54 pm

    one thing I would buy is the Women’s Swim Skirts and Shorts

    LILAC SWIM SKIRT

  • renee
    March 20, 2017 at 10:56 pm

    I would get my girls matching BALI SEAS RASHGUARD SETs.

  • Gina
    March 20, 2017 at 9:47 pm

    I LOVE THIS! I’m a rashguard girl for sure and I’d pick the exact same suit as you!

  • Teresa A Thompson
    March 20, 2017 at 7:58 pm

    I would love to have the SARDINIA SANDS FRONT-TIE COVER UP.

  • Annmarie W.
    March 20, 2017 at 3:53 pm

    Rashguards for the whole family! Starting with the CYAN RASHGUARD for my teen son!

  • Charity Banman
    March 19, 2017 at 10:23 pm

    If get the 3PC PALM BREEZE SWIM SUIT & COVER UP SET for my daughter and a matching PALM BREEZE ONE-PIECE for me 🙂

  • Terra Heck
    March 18, 2017 at 2:20 am

    I would get the COBALT STRIPED RUCHED RASHGUARD. Thanks.
    partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

  • sarah s
    March 17, 2017 at 9:52 pm

    One of the pieces I like is the Dark Navy Scallop Rashguard.

  • Angela Saver
    March 16, 2017 at 11:49 am

    I would grab the SARDINIA SANDS FRONT-TIE COVER UP!

  • illy junus
    March 15, 2017 at 10:56 am

    CORAL SCALLOP HEM SHORTS & CORAL SEAS ZIPPER RASHGUARD that my choice if I win

  • Tabathia B
    March 14, 2017 at 8:39 pm

    I like the navy stripe dress

  • Kristi C
    March 14, 2017 at 6:23 pm

    I like the CORAL TICKING STRIPE ATHLETIC BIKINI TOP and matching bottoms.

  • darla
    March 14, 2017 at 6:00 pm

    The Nantucket Sound one piece is my favorite.

  • Stephanie
    March 14, 2017 at 3:48 pm

    i would like the CORAL EMBROIDERED SWIM SHORTS

  • Terri S.
    March 14, 2017 at 2:54 pm

    I’d love to get the BIG GIRLS SARDINIA SANDS SWIMSUIT & COVER UP SET for my granddaughter.

  • pamela j
    March 14, 2017 at 1:12 pm

    Jade long sleeve hooded cover-up.

  • Sadie B.
    March 14, 2017 at 12:52 pm

    I like the MOROCCAN TILE EMPIRE ONE-PIECE suit.

  • Niki Schoor
    March 14, 2017 at 12:45 pm

    I would get the BORA BORA ZIPPER RASHGUARD.

  • LeAnn Harbert
    March 13, 2017 at 10:21 pm

    I like the Big Girls Nantucket Sound Swimsuit and cover up set.

  • Tracy DeLoach
    March 13, 2017 at 7:24 pm

    Wow, they have so many cute items. I wish they had a sleeveless dress. Here in Florida it’s almost impossible to wear anything that’s not sleeveless in the summer. I’d like to get the cute CABANA COAST FRONT TIE SWIM SHORTS. Thanks Ginny!!

    • Ginny
      March 14, 2017 at 4:48 pm

      Oh, good feedback. I have found that my rashguard’s aren’t too hot if I’m wet, but sometimes in the beating sun it is quite warm. I don’t typically get my swim cover-up’s wet so that doesn’t solve that problem! Maybe next season you’ll have your request granted by Cabana Life. 🙂 They should name it the Tracy Cover-up. 🙂

  • Kim
    March 13, 2017 at 3:45 pm

    LOVE—-BIG GIRLS MOROCCAN TILE RASHGUARD SET

  • darla
    March 12, 2017 at 10:48 pm

    NANTUCKET SOUND ONE-PIECE

    you’re right, the site is phenomenal 😍

  • Jennifer Tilson
    March 12, 2017 at 3:09 pm

    I’d get the BLUE GEODES RASHGUARD SET for my son.

  • Ashley C
    March 12, 2017 at 2:41 pm

    I love the Navy Ticking Stripe Bikini!

    demureprincess7(at)gmail(dot)com

  • Maryanne
    March 12, 2017 at 12:00 pm

    I would love Rashguards for the whole family!

  • Nannypanpan
    March 11, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    I like the Monaco blue long tunic

  • Laurajj
    March 10, 2017 at 11:33 pm

    Oh wow! They have such cute things! I really love the BOYS SHARK CAMO RASHGUARD SET and the NAVY AND WHITE REVERSIBLE SWIM HAT for our little one! Oh that would really help protect his skin this summer! We spend so much time in the pool and garden!

  • Renee Walters
    March 10, 2017 at 4:51 pm

    I would get their SARDINIA SANDS EMPIRE ONE-PIECE!

  • Heather!
    March 10, 2017 at 2:27 pm

    I like the Navy Zip Up Rashguard.

  • julie
    March 10, 2017 at 1:57 pm

    the boho beach looks cute

  • Jennifer W
    March 10, 2017 at 1:16 pm

    I really like the CABANA COAST SWIMSUIT & TERRY COVER UP SET. It would look adorable on my daughter.

  • Lissa Crane
    March 10, 2017 at 11:11 am

    I would love to have the 2PC CORAL SEAS SWIMSUIT & TERRY COVER UP SET for my daughter! I wish they had it in my size, so I could get the same one for myself! Adorable!!

  • Jessica
    March 10, 2017 at 11:02 am

    I would love the Cabana Coast One Piece.

  • Jeanne Coulombe
    March 10, 2017 at 10:41 am

    I would buy myself a bathing suit and cover up. Love them all

  • Marci
    March 10, 2017 at 9:49 am

    My daughter would love the Big Girls Palm Breeze Rashguard Set!

  • Lindsay Bade
    March 10, 2017 at 3:05 am

    I love the Moroccan Tile Empire one piece!

  • Kayla Klontz
    March 10, 2017 at 12:17 am

    I would buy a new bikini, just not sure which one yet, there’s way too many to choose from!!

  • Lance Pellow
    March 9, 2017 at 9:22 pm

    My wife loves swim shirts and this is definitely her style. Thanks for sharing, Ginny.

  • Shannon
    March 9, 2017 at 7:50 pm

    I would buy the Navy Front-Tie Rashguard.

  • Kristyn M.
    March 9, 2017 at 6:38 pm

    I love the NANTUCKET SOUND EMBROIDERED TANKINI TOP and the CORAL SIDE RUCHED BIKINI BOTTOM.

  • Cynthia Richardson
    March 9, 2017 at 5:52 pm

    I would get the BIG BOYS GREEN FROGS RASHGUARD SET for my grandson

  • kelly tupick
    March 9, 2017 at 4:21 pm

    I would get the CORAL SEAS TUNIC DRESS.

  • adina
    March 9, 2017 at 11:43 am

    would love to get a cover up for my daughter

  • Dagmar
    March 9, 2017 at 9:45 am

    I love the bora bora athletic bikini top

  • angela
    March 8, 2017 at 11:00 pm

    I like the NAVY BATIK STRIPE SHORT-SLEEVE DRESS

  • Amanda Alvarado
    March 8, 2017 at 10:34 pm

    I love the CABANA COAST SWIMSUIT & TERRY COVER UP SET for our daughter!

  • hannah
    March 8, 2017 at 10:07 pm

    I might get the beautiful SARDINIA SANDS TIE WAIST COVER UP

  • Lauren
    March 8, 2017 at 8:01 pm

    I like the Cabana shift dress.

  • Stacey
    March 8, 2017 at 3:46 pm

    Loving their kids’ suits! All three of my kids need new suits this year 😬

  • Adrian
    March 8, 2017 at 3:07 pm

    The boho beach must be mine!

  • Patricia
    March 8, 2017 at 1:44 pm

    I love the cover up tunics.

  • Em Mahr
    March 8, 2017 at 12:27 pm

    I’d love to get the CABANA COAST ONE-PIECE swimming suit

  • Edye
    March 8, 2017 at 11:58 am

    I like the Bora Bora Tunic Dress! So cute 🙂

  • Nancy
    March 8, 2017 at 11:53 am

    If I won, I might get their NANTUCKET SOUND CABANA SHIFT DRESS.

  • Dawn Schmidt
    March 8, 2017 at 10:16 am

    Visited the site and I really like NANTUCKET RASHGUARD SET

  • Samantha C.
    March 8, 2017 at 8:29 am

    I really love the 3PC PALM BREEZE SWIM SUIT & COVER UP SET.

  • Heather Dawn
    March 8, 2017 at 6:18 am

    I would get the PALM BREEZE ONE-PIECE for myself!

  • Raine
    March 8, 2017 at 6:02 am

    I really love the Moroccan tile beach pants, I’d get a ton of use with them and the navy scallop rash guard matches great.

  • Julia Wessels
    March 7, 2017 at 10:15 pm

    Great giveaway, there are health reasons to cover up and modesty too!

    • Ginny
      March 8, 2017 at 6:02 pm

      I totally agree! This is a very modest option for the pool!

  • Teresa Evans
    March 7, 2017 at 10:15 pm

    I love the tunic! And now that Im uber paranoid about the sun this would come in handy 🙂

    • Ginny
      March 8, 2017 at 6:03 pm

      Ah yes, the first summer after skin cancer is frightening, but with the right swimwear you don’t have to hide under a rock!

  • Stacey
    March 7, 2017 at 9:43 pm

    I would love a new suit for the summer.

  • Jenn l
    March 7, 2017 at 9:05 pm

    I would totally get matching outfits with my daughter!!!!

  • Stacie Houston
    March 7, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    These look so adorable!!! I’ll have to try one 😊

  • Rust
    March 7, 2017 at 8:34 pm

    Love the SARDINIA SANDS TIE WAIST COVER UP, the colors and design are great!

  • Jessica Beard
    March 7, 2017 at 8:33 pm

    I like the CORAL TICKING STRIPE EMBROIDERED COVER UP.

  • Miranda Welle
    March 7, 2017 at 8:21 pm

    I love the 2pc Azalea Shores Rashguard Set!

  • Katy
    March 7, 2017 at 8:02 pm

    We live in San Diego and our daughter and I both need new rashguards this year. I love the AQUA EMBROIDERED RASHGUARD for her. I especially like their NAVY TICKING STRIPE RUCHED RASHGUARD for me! It’s fun to have such a large selection!

  • gala
    March 7, 2017 at 7:58 pm

    I’d get WHITE EMBROIDERED TERRY TUNIC

  • Kim Henrichs
    March 7, 2017 at 7:56 pm

    i LOVE the Moroccan Tile Fringe Tunic!

  • Kayce
    March 7, 2017 at 7:39 pm

    Love these suits! I could really use a new one post baby 😉…And for Mexico in a few months. Love the functionality.

  • elizabeth miller
    March 7, 2017 at 7:12 pm

    I would use this to get my daughter the SARDINIA SANDS HIGH-NECK BIKINI TOP and bottom .

  • KENNETH OHL
    March 7, 2017 at 6:24 pm

    moraconna tile dress for my wife she would love this

  • Sam Sasek
    March 7, 2017 at 6:23 pm

    CORAL SEAS INFANT ONESIE for my new niece!

  • Rachel
    March 7, 2017 at 5:58 pm

    I would get the Cabana coast front tie swim shorts.

  • Tammy
    March 7, 2017 at 5:56 pm

    The elastic in last year’s swimsuit gave way, so I’m in baaaad need of a new suit! I can buy the kids’ stuff anywhere…this would totally be for me 😉

    • Ginny
      March 8, 2017 at 6:05 pm

      I love it! You deserve a new suit!

  • Theresa Jenkins
    March 7, 2017 at 5:35 pm

    I would get one of the BIG GIRLS PALM BREEZE SWIM SETs

  • Marilyn Nawara
    March 7, 2017 at 3:32 pm

    I would choose the NANTUCKET SOUND EMBROIDERED TANKINI TOP and Swim Skirt

  • Margaret
    March 7, 2017 at 3:03 pm

    So adorable. I could use a new suit!

  • Annalisa Nelson
    March 7, 2017 at 3:03 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway! I’ve been looking for a rash guard for myself this summer!

  • MARIBEL F
    March 7, 2017 at 2:56 pm

    I like the Jade swim skirt

  • latanya
    March 7, 2017 at 2:51 pm

    I like the MOROCCAN TILE EMPIRE ONE-PIECE

  • Sharon Rooney
    March 7, 2017 at 2:45 pm

    I would get the COBALT HALTER TANKINI and the COASTAL CRUSH SWING SHIFT DRESS. Both will be perfect for a day at the beach.

  • KV
    March 7, 2017 at 2:38 pm

    I like the Monaco blue zip shoulder dress.

  • Rochel S
    March 7, 2017 at 2:21 pm

    Love the BOHO BEACH RASHGUARD SET

  • Elle
    March 7, 2017 at 2:06 pm

    I would buy a boys rashguard set.

  • Beth
    March 7, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    Cute suit!

  • Margot Mckeon
    March 7, 2017 at 1:28 pm

    I would get a cute beach cover up for sure!

  • Rebecca
    March 7, 2017 at 1:24 pm

    I’d gift the $100 shop credit to my Mom for her upcoming birthday! She’s had pre-cancerous moles removed several times, and I know she’d like more sun coverage this summer!

  • Maureen Polderman
    March 7, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    I love this! My red hair and pale skin have left me nervous about skin cancer! A few bad burns growing up & into college…I’m trying hard to avoid anymore!

    • Ginny
      March 7, 2017 at 3:08 pm

      Skin cancer is scary. You are wise to keep covered up. Our poor white skin can’t handle it! hahaha

  • Jeanna
    March 7, 2017 at 1:16 pm

    I LOVE the WHITE EMBROIDERED TERRY TUNIC! I would get that one!

  • laura revilla
    March 7, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    adorable

  • Will G
    March 7, 2017 at 1:13 pm

    I would give it to my wife and let her spend it.

  • ColleenMarie
    March 7, 2017 at 1:13 pm

    I really like the COASTAL CRUSH SIDE RUCHED TANKINI

  • Kristen
    March 7, 2017 at 1:13 pm

    I like the SARDINIA SANDS FRONT-TIE COVER UP.

  • Holly
    March 7, 2017 at 12:58 pm

    We’re at the pool or beach all summer, so I prefer a bathing suit to live in (& looks great), not just one that “looks” pretty.

    • Ginny
      March 7, 2017 at 3:10 pm

      I hear you! Function and fashion have to collide! 🙂

  • Brandy
    March 7, 2017 at 12:54 pm

    Shoot. You were right. Everything is cute. I love the one you’re wearing! I also loved the MOROCCAN TILE HIGH-NECK BIKINI TOP and BOTTOM combo. That rashguard is a brilliant idea though! Can never have enough sun protection.

  • Emily Zehr
    March 7, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    These are super cute suits! And I was just thinking I need a full covered too this year as there are some scetchy spots on my back that are getting checked out soon. This would be great.

    • Ginny
      March 7, 2017 at 3:10 pm

      Yikes, glad you are getting them checked out. Yup, can’t be too safe in the sun.

  • Monica Powell
    March 7, 2017 at 12:49 pm

    I’d get the Navy side Tankini top!!

  • Janet W.
    March 7, 2017 at 12:49 pm

    I would probably spend it on my grandsons and would buy them the Blue Koi Rashguard Set and Blue Tuna Rashguard Set.

  • Carrie Youngberg
    March 7, 2017 at 12:43 pm

    Super cute suit!

  • Kim Speckman
    March 7, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    These are so cute!!

  • Jenny
    March 7, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    I love the ARDINIA SANDS TIE WAIST COVER UP.

  • Erin lehman
    March 7, 2017 at 12:21 pm

    The Bora Bora Beach Pants are so cute!!

  • Sarah G Brincks
    March 7, 2017 at 12:18 pm

    The Coastal Crush side-ruched tankini is calling my name. So gorgeous!

  • Kelly D
    March 7, 2017 at 12:16 pm

    I would get the BORA BORA CRISSCROSS ONE-PIECE suit.

  • Dana Rodriguez
    March 7, 2017 at 12:00 pm

    I love the Bora Bora Beach Pants!

  • Gina M
    March 7, 2017 at 11:58 am

    I would love the MOROCCAN TILE EMPIRE ONE-PIECE, but it was so hard to choose!

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

  • Linda
    March 7, 2017 at 11:39 am

    I would get a really cute cover up like the Bora Bora Tunic Dress for myself.

  • Laura
    March 7, 2017 at 11:17 am

    I would probably get the SARDINIA SANDS TUNIC DRESS. It’s super cute!

  • Mami2jcn
    March 7, 2017 at 11:16 am

    I love the 2PC CORAL SEAS SWIMSUIT & TERRY COVER UP SET.

  • Darlene Owen
    March 7, 2017 at 11:15 am

    I would love the NAVY MICROFIBER SWIM SHORTS

  • Peggy Nunn
    March 7, 2017 at 10:56 am

    I would get the BIG GIRLS MOROCCAN TILE COVER UP for my granddaughter