
Rip Curl
Malibu Loose Rashguard T-Shirt
Rip Curl's Malibu Loose Rashguard T-Shirt is a short-sleeve swim shirt made from fine, stretch microfibre jersey with reinforced seaming for enhanced durability. Designed for water sports and beach activities, it features a loose, relaxed fit and a crew neckline. Customer feedback highlights its ability to keep the wearer cool when wet and its long-lasting construction.
- Material
- Fine, stretch microfibre jersey
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Size
Specifications
Loose fit rashguard t-shirt made from fine stretch microfibre jersey with reinforced seams for durability.
Stretch microfibre jersey fabric, reinforced seaming for durability
- Material
- Fine, stretch microfibre jersey
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- loose fit
- fine stretch microfibre jersey
- reinforced seaming for durability
Product Insights
The Rip Curl Malibu Loose Rashguard T-Shirt offers a versatile, comfortable swim top with a loose, tee-shirt-style fit that slides on and off easily over wet skin. Its relaxed cut and quick-drying, breathable microfibre jersey circulate air and water for a cooler feel, while chlorine resistance and reported 7-year durability ensure lasting value. Some users note Speedo's superior construction, but at $29.95 CAD sale (37% under Aqualung), it provides a competitive price. Best for lounging, SUP, and kayaking—not surfing.
Verified claims
- On/off ease
- Forgiving collar and cuffs allow easy slip-on and removal over wet skin.
- Cooling
- Relaxed cut promotes air and water circulation for a cooler feel on hot beach days.
- Versatility
- Tee-shirt style allows water-to-beachside transition and suits laid-back water activities.
- Durability
- Microfibre jersey resists chlorine and wear for lasting color and shape.
- Comfort
- Soft, flexible, breathable microfibre jersey for movement and comfort.
- Competitive price
- $29.95 CAD sale undercuts Aqualung's $34.95 USD sale by 37%.
- Fit
- Loose fit styled like a regular tee, with an easy pull-on over wet skin.
- Fabric performance
- 100% polyester microfibre jersey dries quickly, breathes, feels soft, and resists chlorine.
- Drying
- Quick-drying microfibre pulls moisture into inter-fiber gaps for rapid evaporation, so the rashguard dries faster than conventional fabrics.
- Use case
- Suited for lounging, SUP, kayaking, and snorkeling; Rip Curl positions its loose rashguard line for casual water recreation and beach cover-up rather than performance competition.
- Reinforced seaming
- Reinforced seams address the most common failure point on rash guards, supporting longer lifespan under water drag.
- Color options
- Only the color shown in the listing is currently available; no additional color options are offered for the Malibu Loose Rashguard.
- Sizing
- The Malibu Loose is designed to be roomier than standard rash guards, though specific sizing comparisons aren't provided.
- Lightweight feel
- The fine stretch microfibre jersey is lightweight and breathable, making it suitable for hot summer days.
Product record
- Title
- Malibu Loose Rashguard T-Shirt
- Brand
- Rip Curl
- Price
- 50 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
Front-facing view of a loose white short-sleeve rashguard worn by a model; large rectangular multi-color beach graphic with prominent word 'MALIBU' centered on the chest and a small script logo near the hem.
- Overall garment shapeLoose-fitting short-sleeve T-shirt with dropped shoulder seams and a relaxed, slightly boxy torso visible on the model.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - NecklineShallow crew neckline with narrow band of the same white fabric.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.03 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves that extend to just above the model elbow on the left arm and are slightly raised on the right arm due to pose.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.15 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.14 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Chest graphic panelLarge rectangular multi-color printed panel covering most of the front torso featuring a sunset beach scene with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, waves, and foreground flowers.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.20 · w 0.48 · h 0.46 (high) - Top headline text“MALIBU”
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Lower script logo“Rip Curl”
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.58 · w 0.26 · h 0.10 (high) - Hem interactionLower front hem is pulled slightly to the model's left, causing a minor horizontal wrinkle across the front hem area.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.60 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (medium) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, lightweight knit with a matte finish and minimal visible texture consistent across the shirt surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.14 · w 0.60 · h 0.64 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with a model against an off-white background. Soft, even lighting produces faint shadows; image is cropped mid-thigh and includes the model wearing striped bikini bottoms.
- BackgroundUniform off-white backdrop with slight shadowing to the left of the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 1.00 (high) - Model and poseModel faces forward with right arm raised and left arm down; image cropped mid-thigh so only upper body and part of hips are visible.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting from front-right producing gentle shadows along left side of model and under chin.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 0.50 (medium) - Secondary clothingStriped high-cut bikini bottoms visible at lower crop; not part of the T-shirt product.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.66 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
bright white· shirt body#F5F1F5sunny yellow· graphic yellow text and accents#DA9563coral pink· graphic sunset pinks and corals#FB8B7Dmuted teal· graphic teal elementsvivid orange· graphic orange flowers and accents#DA9A72- Overall garment shapeLoose-fitting short-sleeve T-shirt with dropped shoulder seams and a relaxed, slightly boxy torso visible on the model.
- 02

Product
Loose-fitting white short-sleeve rashguard shown from the rear on a model; smooth lightweight draping fabric, crew neckline, short sleeves, slightly curved hem, and a small rectangular black tag at the lower left back hem.
- Rear bodyLoose, boxy back panel in a smooth, lightweight white fabric that drapes with soft folds toward the lower center back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - NecklineWide crew neckline with a narrow stitched band finished in the same white fabric, visible from the rear.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.10 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with a relaxed fit that extend to about mid-upper arm; sleeve openings finished with narrow hems.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.18 · w 0.32 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.32 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (high) - Hem shapeLower hem is slightly curved and falls below the waistline at center back, creating a modest high-low effect.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.68 · h 0.22 (high) - Brand/size tagSmall rectangular black fabric tag sewn into the lower left back hem.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the rear of the shirt worn by a model against a plain light background; model poses with one arm raised and head turned, creating natural folds and shadows on the fabric.
- Model poseFemale model shown from the rear with right arm raised and hand resting on head, left arm relaxed by side; pose creates diagonal drape across the back of the garment.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.04 · w 0.68 · h 0.88 (high) - Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a plain off-white background producing gentle shadows along fabric folds and the model's body contours.
- Additional garment visibleStriped bikini bottom in pink and orange tones visible below the shirt hem at center back; not part of the white shirt.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.78 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Hair and accessoriesModel has dark curly hair gathered up and wears large hoop earring and a ring on the raised hand, which are visible from the rear/side angle.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.22 (high)
Colors
bright white· main fabric#F4F1F5black· hem tag- Rear bodyLoose, boxy back panel in a smooth, lightweight white fabric that drapes with soft folds toward the lower center back.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
4 threads · r/findfashion, r/femalefashionadvice, r/Sup, r/BuyItForLifeReddit comments on Rip Curl rash guards are sparse but generally positive, highlighting cooling features and durability, though the specific 'Malibu Loose' model is not mentioned.
The few comments about Rip Curl rash guards are positive (cooling, durable), but the sample size is very small and no strong negative comments were found.
Themes
Use Cases
- Water sports / beach activities
Compared To
vs Speedo, Kanu, Roxy, JCrew, Billabong, Volcom
One user considers Speedo's construction quality superior to Rip Curl and other brands, but does not elaborate on Rip Curl specifically.
Source Threads
User suggests the sought style is from Rip Curl
That looks like rip curl
u/aloneinmyprincipalsr/findfashionView thread →
Speedo rash guards rated superior to Rip Curl and others
Their construction quality is superior to all that I have tried so far (Kanu, Roxy, JCrew, Billabong, Rip Curl, Volcom).
u/makeeveryonehappyr/femalefashionadviceView thread →
Rip Curl rash guard praised for cooling effect when wet
Rip curl for me too. If it gets warm, just go for a quick dip. It’ll stay wet for 20min and keeps you cool!
u/eist5579r/SupView thread →
Rip Curl rash guard lasted 7 years
many moons ago had a rip curl rashguard from ron jons. lasted 7 yrs.
u/daileyjdr/BuyItForLifeView thread →