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Get out! Cool kid fashion for the great outdoors

GOOD SPORTS: Cool prints and fun colors make outdoors clothing cool for kids.

By Lesley Kennedy

Summer in Colorado is all about playing outside, whether you’re a grown-up or a kid.

And while cut-off shorts and a T-shirt are often fine for a wander through the woods or a bike ride down the street, sometimes a little extra protection (and style) are in order. Look for kids’ clothes with a UPF rating. From 15 to 50, UPF fabrics can help prevent sunburn, and are especially recommended for children and people living at high elevations.

We headed out for a day at the lake to show clothes your kids can wear now, but that will transition perfectly into back-to-school season (no, we can’t believe it’s almost here, either!). Mix basics like khakis with colors and prints for tons of versatility.

Now, get outside and have fun!

SHOPPING DETAILS:

GOOD SPORTS: Cool prints and fun colors make outdoors clothing cool for kids.
On Addison, 5, left: Billabong “Native” navy skull T-shirt ($14), Mountain Khakis Kids “Original” cotton/canvas shorts ($44.95), Keen “Targhee” shoes ($54.95) and Sun Day Afternoons UPF 50+ “Sun Tripper” chambray cap ($19.95). At Little Mountain Outfitters, 1136 Spruce St.
On Joe, 17, center: Converse One-Star plaid cargo shorts ($27.99) and jersey henley T-shirt ($17.99). At Target. At Little Mountain Outfitters, 1136 Spruce St.
On Madelene, 7: The North Face “Monarch” T-shirt ($22), Columbia “Arch Cape II” skooter skirt with shorts ($34), The North Face “Prophecy” shoe ($44.95) and Wallaroo Hat Company “Jillaroo” cowgirl hat ($23.95). At Little Mountain Outfitters.
 

GIRL POWER

GIRL POWER:Columbia “Silver Ridge II” UPF 30 orchid shirt ($45), The North Face “Monarch” T-shirt ($22), Columbia “Arch Cape II” UPF30 short ($30) and Keen hybrid “Targhee” shoe ($54.95). At Little Mountain Outfitters. Flower headband ($32). At Roxy, 2628 E. Third Ave.

OH, BOY!

 
OH, BOY:The North Face “Ruckus” orange T-shirt ($22), Billabong “Spacklere” blue plaid shorts ($40), Columbia UPF 50 “Enfant Taille Unique” white hat ($19.95) and The North Face “Prophecy” shoes ($44.95). All at Little Mountain Outfitters.
 
IN THE SWIM: Target slim fit polo ($10) and Mossimo plaid swim trunks ($19.99). At Target.

Clothing: All from Little Mountain Outfitters, 1136 Spruce St., Boulder (Map), 303-443-1757

Models: Madelene, 7, Addison, 5, Joe, 17 Location: Marshall Lake, Superior, Colo. Photos by Joe Mahoney

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