Tilley Endurables Encourages “Practice Safe Sun” while Supporting OIWC
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(Toronto, Canada) – For the third year in a row Tilley Endurables, makers of the best, most practical, outdoor Hats in the world ™ provided free Sun Skin Assessments to attendees at this summer’s Outdoor Retailer show. Nearly 200 visitors to the Tilley booth opted in for an evaluation by a skin specialist and received a UV photograph highlighting areas of potential sun damage. Coupled with tips on how to Practice Safe Sun® and samples from Joshua Tree Skin Care, participants also helped raise funds for the Outdoor Industries Women’s Coalition (OIWC).
For each skin assessment, Tilley donated $5 for each photo taken to the OIWC, an organization dedicated to workplace equity, diversity, and inclusion by expanding opportunities for women in the Outdoor, Snow, and Bike Industries. Tilley ultimately raised $1,000 for the OIWC, to further the not-for-profit organization’s initiatives for professional development, education, and leadership programming that promotes women’s advancement.
“The potential for sun damage certainly doesn’t discriminate by gender, affecting men and women equally, obviously, but we thought it would be fun this year to further the OIWC’s mission,” states David Kappele, Vice President- Sales. “As awareness around sun protection continues to grow, the importance of responsible safe sun practices cannot be overstated. As an industry and community we are all going outdoors for various activities from hiking to adventure travel to paddling and camping. UV protection is an integral factor in the design and manufacturing of every Hat we make.
Participants were reminded to apply and reapply sun block, as well as encouraged to wear a sun protective hat such as Tilley’s, which have all been certified as “Excellent UV Protection” (UPF 50+) – blocking 98% of harmful UV rays.
A few of the Spring/Summer 2014 Hat styles that will help anyone Practice Safe Sun in the outdoors include:
The new Tilley Women’s Mash-Up Hat takes inspiration from the visor – broad protection at the front and sides, smaller brim in the back with a distinctive ‘swoop’. Perfect for wearing while lounging on the beach chair. Finished with tonal hatband and wooden buckle. UPF 50+ certified. Lifetime guarantee. Made in Canada.
The new Tilley ‘Two-Tone” Hat (TRH4) combines hemp, organic cotton and recycled polyester in a broad brim design. The face of the fabric is white, while the underside is black with black grommets, black binding and hatband for contrast. UPF 50+ certified. Lifetime guarantee. Made in Canada.
Tilley’s most popular outdoor Hat is now available in MultiCam® print. Made of Cordura® nylon with water resistant finish, the LTM6 Airflo® Camo print is designed to reflect the surrounding colors of the environment. Lightweight and durable, this hat is guaranteed for life. Made in Canada and UPF 50+ certified.
Made from organic cotton and hemp, the new Tilley Orbit Hat will soon be a favorite of outdoor lovers everywhere. The Hat’s natural color with mocha binding and wind cord features fabric that will soften over time, giving it a well-loved feel and appearance. UPF 50+ certified. Lifetime guarantee. Made in Canada.
These new styles and more from Tilley’s winter collection will be available Spring 2014 in specialty outdoor retailers and online at www.Tilley.com.
About Tilley Endurables
Tilley Endurables, Inc. has been making Tilley Hats and travel apparel for over 30 years, beginning with Alex Tilley’s original quest to make for the ideal sailing Hat. Each Tilley Hat is designed to make life on the go more enjoyable, and manufactured in Canada under Alex’s watchful eye. Tilley Hats can be purchased at over 3,100 associated retailers in 18 countries worldwide. For more information about Tilley Endurables, visit www.Tilley.com.
About the Outdoor Industries Women’s Coalition (OIWC)
Founded in 1996, the Outdoor Industries Women’s Coalition is the only national organization dedicated to workplace equity, diversity, and inclusion by expanding opportunities for women in the Outdoor, Snow, and Bike Industries. OIWC provides professional development, education, and leadership programming that promotes women’s advancement. www.oiwc.org
