Made in the Shade

By Naperville Magazine
Appears in the July 2025 issue.

Five unique options that will put the traditional beach umbrella to shame

LEAN IT
The unique Sport-Brella Premiere XL is an 8-foot canopy that opens like a traditional umbrella but is designed to lie against the sand with expanded sides to provide additional protection from the sun and wind. $75. sportbrella.com

SLEEK AND EASY
The 7-by-7.5-foot Sun Ninja four-person Beach Tent can be set up on the beach using sand to anchor it or on grass with provided stakes to create a taut canopy. $129.95. sunninja.com

AN UMBRELLA THAT WON’T FLY AWAY
You won’t have to chase the BeachBub Clearwater umbrella down the shore—the 7.5-foot canopy with a sturdy, fiberglass frame is designed with a base that’s filled with sand to keep it secure. $158.69. beachbub.com

WHY FIGHT THE WIND?
The Shibumi Shade uses an arched, flexible pole to support a thin fabric that quietly floats on the wind (only three miles per hour is needed) to provide relief from the sun. $210. shibumishade.com

QUICK CANOPY
The 9-by-9-foot Neso Grande fits three to six people under the stretchy fabric that can be supported by two or four poles and set up by one person in just minutes. $149.99. neso.com