FASHION Q & amp;A


June 22, 2003 at 12:00a.m.


Q: I have a feeling that my fair complexion and the fierce summer sun will not make happy playfellows. Can you suggest sources of sun-protective clothing?
A: A growing number of companies specialize in protective gear made with tight-woven fabrics and/or special linings in styles for men, women and children. Here are a few you can try:
Coolibar, an Australian company, offers hats, clothing, swimwear, sunglasses, umbrellas and sunscreen products. For a catalog, call (800) 926-6509 or shop online at coolibar.com.
Sun Precautions specializes in clothing and hats. Call (800) 882-7860 or visit sunprecautions.com.
And Physician Endorsed specializes in hats of every shape and size--including the Diva style, with a brim so wide it covers most of the shoulders. They're designed by Elissa Margulies, who created the cute hats for the TV show Blossom. Call (866) 449-9997 or visit physicianendorsed.com.
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