September to April: the togs months are the UV months From September to April, New Zealand's SunSmart programme says UV radiation is "damaging to skin and eyes", "especially between 10am - 4pm". Those are also the months when girls' togs come out of the drawer for school swimming, the beach and the lake. So choosing …

One boy, two or three pairs of togs Buying boys togs in Australia comes down to three things: the right style for the activity, a snug fit, and sun protection. Most boys end up needing more than one pair, because the togs that suit school swimming lessons are not the ones that suit a long day at the beach. This guide …

Two Sydney labels, two different businesses Seafolly was born on Bondi Beach in 1975; Zimmermann began at the Paddington markets in 1991. The choice between them depends on what you want the togs to do. Both labels started in Sydney and both are known around the world, but they are different kinds of business. Seafolly …

Buying togs at the beach chain: now or later? Deciding whether to buy togs at City Beach now or wait for a sale comes down to how replaceable the item is. A plain one-piece will still be there in the next clearance. This season's standout print in a popular size probably will not. City Beach sells many brands under one …