Descente Lightweight UPF Sun Protection Skin Jacket
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Descente's lightweight sun protection skin jacket is the crossover piece between technical outerwear and everyday comfort. The shell fabric is a cool-touch ice-silk weave that provides immediate temperature reduction on contact — comfortable enough to wear in an air-conditioned office yet protective enough for prolonged outdoor exposure. High-factor UV blocking keeps skin safe without relying solely on sunscreen, and DWR water repellency handles unexpected drizzle and perspiration beads equally. The integrated hood extends up over the neck for complete facial-frame coverage, and the clean low-profile branding and minimal cut pair with T-shirts or shirts without looking overly technical. Packable into its own pocket for bag storage. Available in black and light grey.
- UPF-rated UV blocking, high-factor sun protection
- DWR water-repellent treatment, sheds rain and sweat
- Ice-silk cool-touch shell: comfortable indoors and out
- Integrated hood with neck coverage, no blind spots
- Low-profile branding, pairs with casual or smart casual outfits
- Shell: Ice-silk cool-touch fabric, UPF high-factor
- Water resistance: DWR water-repellent coating
- Hood: Integrated, full neck and face-frame coverage
- Packability: Packs into chest pocket
- Fit: Unisex, minimal technical cut
- Colours: Black / Light grey
| Brand | Descente |
|---|---|
| Size | One Size |
| Shipping | Free worldwide shipping |
| Quality | Checked before dispatch |
The Descente skin jacket is almost impossibly light -- it basically disappears in your pack. The UPF fabric still feels premium though, not papery like some ultra-lights.
Great commuter sun layer. Slips on over a polo or tee, blocks the midday sun, and does not add any real heat. The Descente branding is subtle and looks refined.
The jacket packs down small and the fabric is silky smooth. Wore it hiking and the UV protection held up all day. Only minor note is the zip pull is small -- not a deal breaker.
Love the lightweight construction on this. The fit is slightly longer in the back which gives it a smart tailored look when wearing over a polo. Great everyday versatile piece.
Q: How does the Descente skin jacket compare to standard windbreakers in terms of weight?
A: It is noticeably lighter than a standard windbreaker -- the skin jacket fabric is designed to be minimal and packable rather than insulating. It blocks UV and light wind but is not waterproof.
Q: Is this jacket unisex or does it have a gendered cut?
A: The Descente skin jacket in this listing has a unisex-leaning athletic cut. Women often size down one for a more tailored fit.
Q: What care is recommended to maintain the surface finish?
A: Cold wash gentle cycle, no fabric softener. Air dry preferred. The smooth surface finish can be slightly affected by high-heat tumble drying over time.
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