If you’ve been searching for a sun safe fishing dress, a fishing shirt dress, or a lightweight dress designed for long days outdoors, you’re probably looking for something practical, not just a dress that looks outdoorsy.
That was exactly me.
As an outdoors-loving Aussie mum and the founder of Little Fisho, sun safety has always been front of mind. With a strong family history of skin cancer, I’ve always been cautious in the sun, and once I had my daughter, that awareness extended to how our whole family spends time outdoors.
What I quickly realised was that sun-conscious clothing for women was surprisingly hard to find, especially something I could wear fishing, boating, camping or travelling that actually offered coverage, comfort and practicality in Australian conditions.
So, I decided to create one.
What Makes a Dress “Sun Safe”?
When people search for a sun safe dress, they’re usually looking for a few key things:
- More coverage than a standard summer dress
- Lightweight, breathable fabric
- Long sleeves to help reduce direct sun exposure
- Comfort in hot, humid weather
- A design that works for real outdoor activities
For me, sun safety isn’t about relying on one solution, it’s about layering protection through clothing, shade, timing and common sense.
That’s why the Little Fisho Sun Safe Fishing Dress was designed to offer full coverage with airflow, making it easier to spend time outside while being more sun-conscious, without overheating.
Designed Like a Fishing Shirt... but it's a dress!
The biggest gap I noticed was the lack of a proper fishing shirt dress for women... Traditional fishing shirts are designed with purpose:
- Coverage where you need it
- Breathable construction
- Practical features for long days outdoors
- NO UGLY FISH PRINTS!
So, we took those same principles and re-imagined them into a dress that’s easy to wear and genuinely functional.
One of the standout features is the vented mesh back panel, inspired by classic fishing shirts. It allows extra airflow through the back, helping keep you cool, dry and comfortable during long summer days, whether you’re fishing, boating, camping or wrangling kids outdoors.
It’s subtle, but it makes a huge difference in hot, humid conditions.
Built for Movement, Not Just Looks
This isn’t a summer dress pretending to be practical... The lightweight, quick-dry fabric was chosen so the dress feels comfortable all day... from early morning adventures to afternoons by the water. It’s breathable, easy to move in, and simple to pack for camping or travel. I also wanted this sun safe dress to do more than just cover you up... That’s why it features:
- Zippered hip pockets so you can securely store your phone, keys or wallet without carrying a bag
- A high zip-up collar to provide extra coverage for your neck and chest during long days in the sun
- Thumb holes to help protect your hands and keep sleeves in place when fishing, paddling or being active outdoors
Every detail was designed to make outdoor life easier, not fussier.
Made for Hot, Humid Aussie Conditions
Anyone who lives in Australia knows the sun doesn’t mess around, and neither does the heat. This fishing dress was designed to feel:
- Lightweight
- Breathable
- Easy to throw on over swimwear
- Comfortable enough for all-day adventures from the boat to the bar!
It’s the kind of dress you can wear over swimmers, fish in without thinking about it, or head straight from the beach to lunch without feeling underdressed or uncomfortable.
Breastfeeding Friendly
As a mum, practicality matters. The long front zip makes this dress breastfeeding friendly, allowing quick and discreet access when you’re out and about, whether that’s camping, fishing, travelling or spending the day outdoors with your kids.
Simple, Flattering, Easy to Wear
I kept the design clean and minimal on purpose. The block colour is flattering, timeless and easy to wear, no loud prints, no oversized logos preventing you from wearing it beyond one setting. It works just as well for everyday outdoor wear as it does for casual lunches or travel days.
Matching Mum & Mini
Little Fisho started with sun-safe gear for babies and toddlers, so creating a matching mum-and-mini option felt like a natural extension.
The Sage Green fishing dress pairs with our matching Sage Green UV Defender Baby Onesie (sizes 000 to 3), making it a fun and practical choice for family adventures, from beach days to boating trips and everything in between.
Who This Fishing Dress Is For
This dress is for:
- Women who spend a lot of time outdoors
- Mums juggling kids, sun and adventure
- Anyone wanting more coverage in summer
- Those searching for a practical fishing shirt dress that actually suits Australian conditions
If you’ve been looking for a sun safe fishing dress that works in real life, not just in theory, this is exactly why I created it.
Sun Safe Fun Isn’t Just for Kids
Little Fisho started as a way to help protect babies and toddlers outdoors, but at its heart, the brand has always been about helping families enjoy time outside together.
This UV Defender fishing dress is part of that same mindset:Â More coverage. Less stress. More time outdoors.
