# Protective UPF Sun Tops Sierra Madre Golf Boasts a New Sun Top Collection By Kalin Ned | Published 2026-07-14 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-top-collection References: [sierramadregolf](https://sierramadregolf.com/collections/new)  Sierra Madre Golf has introduced its new Sun Top Collection — a line of UPF 50+ protective garments that reimagines [sun protection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunclad) through a fashion-first lens. With this capsule, the brand seeks to solve the longstanding dilemma women have faced between shielding their skin and maintaining a stylish appearance. Sierra Madre Golf's Sun Top Collection features three versatile designs, including a chic bolero that replaces bulky arm sleeves, a flattering asymmetrical sun top, and a breezy flyaway cardigan. All designs are crafted from the brand's protective fabric that blocks more than 97% of harmful UV rays while remaining lightweight, silky-soft, breathable, stretchy, and comfortable for all-day wear. Available in four signature colors, each piece is designed to transition seamlessly from the [golf course to brunch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gold-capsule), the beach, or vacation settings. Image Credit: Sierra Madre Golf ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 8.3/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 85% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/branding) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fashion-first Sunwear:** Protective apparel is shifting toward stylish silhouettes that make UV defense feel integrated into everyday wardrobes rather than limited to performance basics. - **Course-to-lifestyle Apparel:** Hybrid golf pieces with brunch, beach, and travel appeal create space for brands to blur athletic performance with social lifestyle dressing. - **Comfort-led UV Fabrics:** Lightweight, breathable, and silky UPF textiles indicate growing potential for technical materials that protect skin without sacrificing softness or mobility. ### Where This Applies - **Golf Apparel:** Women’s golf fashion is evolving beyond traditional polos and sleeves, opening room for refined protective layers that match modern style expectations. - **Sun Protection:** Wearable UPF solutions expand the category beyond sunscreen by offering reusable, design-driven barriers against harmful UV exposure. - **Resort Wear:** Vacation-ready protective garments suggest new crossover potential for resort brands combining elegance, comfort, and functional skin coverage. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Breathable Sun-Blocking Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcteryx-sinsola-hoody.md) - [Athlete-Approved Sun Protection Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outerknown-sun-collection.md) - [Winter SPF Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearspf.md) - [Protective Contemporary Kids Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miles-the-label-swim-collection.md) - [Adventure-Tested SPF Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunski-spf-system.md) - [Packable Golf Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-restriction.md) - [Value-Minded Sun Protection Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-summer-essentials-set.md) - [Performance Golf Aparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youngster.md) - [Full-Coverage Baby Uv Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-onesie.md)