Diane von Furstenberg's UPF Sun Protection Suit and DIY Face Mask

Diane von Furstenberg, the 79-year-old fashion designer, shared her sun protection secret on Instagram: a full-body UPF suit, hat, and face mask. The suit is made of UPF fabric, which, according to Mona A. Gohara, MD, associate clinical professor of dermatology at Yale School of Medicine, protects against harmful UV rays similarly to SPF in lotions. Gohara emphasized that UPF clothing is an excellent way to reduce the risk of sun-related skin cancer, especially for those spending time in water where sunscreen can wash off. Von Furstenberg's minimalist suit was accessorized with a face mask she crafted by cutting eye and mouth holes into a shirt, a one-of-one couture piece. The designer, who previously spoke about aging as a luxury and compared life to seasons, continues to prioritize skin protection. Other celebrities, including Anne Hathaway and Kendall Jenner, have also embraced UPF clothing, with Hathaway wearing tie-dyed long-sleeved pieces and Jenner endorsing a UPF dress from Claudent. The article, published by Vogue, also mentions that von Furstenberg's approach to sun protection is part of a broader trend in UPF apparel, with options ranging from minimalist to flamboyant styles.