Tuga Sunwear

Four fair-skinned kids and no UV swimwear

Tuga's founders say they "wanted to protect our four fair-skinned kids from the sun, but UV swimwear was basically non-existent in the U.S." The company has been family owned and operated since 2001 and now sells UPF 50+ swim tops, shorts, leggings and snorkel hoodies for adults and children.

Sewn to order in San Diego

Tuga's Made in San Diego page says its suits are "crafted right here in San Diego" and that "each piece is individually hand-cut and sewn just for you." A standard order is made in about 3 business days and a custom order in 5 to 10. The men's Snorkel Hoodie rash guard page reads "Designed and made in California, USA," and the US-sewn styles are grouped in a Made in USA shop on the site.

Read the product page for the fabric. Many of the US-sewn pieces say "MADE IN USA from US and Imported materials," and some custom snorkel styles say "Made in California, USA from U.S. and Imported fabrics." Tuga also sells sun hats, kids' water shoes, infant booties, down jackets, goggle straps and pet flotation devices outside the Made in USA shop, and those carry no US origin claim.