The sun causes up to 90% of visible skin aging - and your hands and arms are the first to show it.
HELLO SHADE™ UPF 50+ sleeves block 98% of harmful UVA/UVB rays, preventing sunspots, premature aging, and skin damage before it begins - all without harsh chemicals or sticky residue.
Thoughtfully made in California: where fashion meets function, and confidence follows.
HELLO SHADE sleeves are the first line of defense against fine lines, sun spots, and costly skincare treatments down the road.
Crafted with premium materials and timeless style, they don’t just protect - they elevate.
But don’t just take our word for it.
Here's what our very happy (and very shaded) customers have to say:
I love my new arm shades! They are comfortable and shade my arms nicely from the California sun. I also use them in the gym to protect my arms. Stylish and useful!
I have been wanting them since before they were officially out. The pink lemonade are soooo frikken cute! really well made & just are the cutest! Protecting your skin while being fashionable.
Love the material very comfortable and beautiful color
Absolution stunning design and comfortable! I love the extra toggle for sizing!
Everything I have purchased from Nicole (jewelry and now gloves) has been superb!! The fabric of these gloves is amazing! The bungee to keep them up is perfect - never too tight or too loose. The only regret I have is not having bought them sooner!!
I bought a rose pair for myself and one for my mom. I use them every day while driving and also while walking my pup. I loved them so much I just purchased the black ones for a fall/winter look. Love how loose and comfy they feel yet secure so they don’t fall down. Looking forward to seeing what new sun products come out next!
Love these so much! So light and loving on my skin!
As a pre-melanoma survivor, I take shielding my skin from harmful UV rays very seriously! However, I am very active outdoors and do not want to live prohibited. Thanks to my hello shade sleeves, I can continue my outdoor activities while aesthetically looking fashionable and playing safe!
I adore these sleeves. I have tried several and these really stand out to the point that I'm writing a review about them (rare for me). Firstly, the material feels really luxe. I would say nicer than on photos. Secondly, they're not tight, so they're easy to slip on and off in the car. I use tight ones for tennis, but they're so hard to put on and take off, that I rarely used them for driving. These are my driving sleeves and I really love them. Comfortable, easy to use, and feel really chic on. Thank you!
Obsessed with my Rose All Day sleeves! They’re comfy, cute, and actually stay put, no sliding, no overheating. It’s like sun protection, but make it fashion. 10/10 would recommend for anyone who wants to glow and protect. ☀️💕
This is the cutest solution to my sun rash problem i ever came across. I often get rashes on the back of my hands in the summer from too much sun exposure, and this is especially difficult when I have to drive long distance and my left hand is just baking in the sun holding the steering wheel. I have bought many sun sleeves before and they are either ugly or so cheaply made with materials that make me sweaty. These one from Hello Shade are cute, stylish, and the material is quality and the sleeves are well made. I’m very happy with them!
I am 23 and have already started running into sun damage issues :( I met Nicole at and event and she shared with me her story and introduced to me sleeves, I never until my skin cancer scare really considered the sever damage the sun can have, now along with daily sunscreen I use these sleeves on all my drives to keep my arms protected!! honestly SO recommend the black it goes with absolutely everything (especially if you wear a lot of black and neutrals like me hahaha)
I met the wonderful creator of Hello Shade at a lovely little market by happenstance. She was super sweet and informative! I bought my set that night. I got the black ones so they go with all my clothes, including my work uniform. Even though they are black they breathe so well and don't get too hot. A slight breeze across the fabric immediately cools it down. They're relatively easy to put on and adjust by yourself. 100% worth it. Thank you so much!
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Growing up in Del Mar, the sun has always been a big part of my life - hiding from it, that is.
Let's be real: it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know that the sun ages us. Preventative beauty is key. Every month, we spend so much money on skincare, sunscreens, hats, sunglasses etc - all to protect our face.
But what about our hands + arms?
Sunscreen always meant sticky residue and harsh chemicals. The UPF clothing options? Not for me.
I wanted to create something different - something you can wear with all your favorite outfits and actually feel good in.
Stylish, functional sun protection sleeves that women actually want to wear.
Welcome to HELLO SHADE.
Now, you don’t have to hide from the sun - because we’ve created SHADE for your skin.
With Love (and shade),
Nicole
Founder, HELLO SHADE
UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor. It measures how much UV radiation a fabric blocks - just like SPF does for sunscreen.
A UPF 50+ rating ( which is what HELLO SHADE sleeves are) means the fabric blocks 98% of harmful UVA and UVB rays, making it one of the best ways to protect your skin from sun damage.
HELLO SHADE sleeves are one size fits most thanks to our adjustable gold toggle closure. The fabric is stretchy, flexible, and designed to comfortably fit a wide range of arm sizes.
In the rare case they don’t fit (which hasn’t happened yet!), we gladly accept returns of unused sleeves within 7 days of delivery.
Please contact us here with a brief description and we will take it from there.
Absolutely. Our UPF 50+ fabric is ocean and pool-friendly, so you can swim, sunbathe, or lounge waterside while staying stylishly protected.
Our sleeves are made from a lightweight, breathable fabric designed to keep you cool even in the sun. Many customers say they actually feel cooler with the sleeves on!
They’re very easy to care for and extremely durable.
Machine wash cold, and hang dry or tumble dry low. No special treatment needed.
Yes! Our UPF 50+ fabric blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays, protecting your skin from sun damage, dark spots, and premature aging - without the mess of sunscreen.
We hope you love your sleeves - but if for any reason you’re not satisfied, we accept returns of unused sleeves within 7 days of delivery.
Just reach out to us at nicole@shophelloshade.com and we’ll take care of you.
Or contact us here through our contact form.
Note: Sleeves must be unworn, unwashed, and in original condition.
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