Women Sunday Afternoons Sunward Bucket

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Subtle, technical, and travel-ready, the Sunward Bucket is a fresh take on minimalist sun protection in hot weather.

Sunday Afternoons says: 

Soak up the sun and enjoy the shade! The Sunward Bucket is ready to help you go with the flow. Made from bluesign® fabric with a PFAS-free durable water repellent finish, this contemporary hat is crushable pack it, stuff it, or stash it away and it holds its shape. UPF 50+ sun rated with stretch-comfort adjustable sizing, reflective details, and wicking sweatband.

Our Verdict

Weighing just 58g (medium), the 2024/25 update keeps things streamlined with a stitch-free 5cm brim that sits neatly without flopping or fuss. The bonded construction gives a clean, modern look, and the soft bluesign-approved fabric with PFAS-free water resistance easily handles sweat and light showers. Ventilation is discreet but effective, thanks to laser-cut eyelets, and the wicking sweatband does its job without irritation. The fit is dialled in via internal stretch adjustment, and the chinstrap helps when the wind picks up.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• UPF 50+ sun rating
• 2″ (5cm) downsloping brim
• No-stitch, bonded brim construction
• PFAS-free durable water repellent
• Laser cut ventilation eyelets with reflective overlays
• Stretch comfort adjustable sizing
• Adjustable chinstrap
• Wicking sweatband
• Crushable design is travel-friendly

Specifications

Medium – 

• Weighs: 58g

Large –

• Weighs: 60g

Material & Construction

• bluesign® main body fabric and sweatband
• Body: 96% Polyester, 4% Spandex
• Hand wash cold, line dry. Do not bleach, iron, or dry clean.