Orca Vitalis Swimskin Shorty – Women’s Wetsuit
Original price was: £149.00.£134.00Current price is: £134.00.
The Orca Vitalis Swimskin Shorty, Women’s Wetsuit short-sleeve is a short-leg openwater wetsuit is built for swimming and other water sports alike, with Hi-Vis orange panels for extra visibility and DuraSkin leg reinforcement for durability. Designed for total freedom of movement and an easy on/off.
Key Features
- Short sleeve, short leg design — for open water swimming and other water sports
- Orange Hi-Vis panels — extra visibility in open water
- DuraSkin leg reinforcement — increased durability and wear resistance
- Versatile use — suitable for SUP, kayaking, snorkelling and more
- Easy on/off — built for total freedom of movement
Description
Orca Vitalis Swimskin Shorty – Women’s Wetsuit
Built for versatility beyond swimming
The Vitalis Shorty is designed primarily for open water swimming, but the durable materials used in the leg area mean it holds up equally well for other water sports — SUP, kayaking, snorkelling and similar activities.
Visibility
Orange Hi-Vis panels add extra visibility for open water swimming, a practical safety feature for anyone swimming in open, shared water.
Durability
DuraSkin outer fabric in the leg area increases resistance to wear, making the suit more durable through repeated use across different activities.
Fit and freedom of movement
The short-sleeve, short-leg construction is built for total freedom of movement, and the overall design makes the suit easy to put on and take off.

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Wetsuit Sizing
| Size | Chest | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 85-91 | 157-170 | 55-61 |
| 5 | 90-95 | 162-172 | 61-66 |
| 6 | 95-99 | 167-172 | 67-74 |
| MT(6T) | 95-99 | 177-188 | 68-76 |
| 7 | 98-104 | 173-185 | 75-82 |
| 8 | 104-108 | 180-188 | 82-89 |
| 9 | 108-113 | 185-193 | 89-97 |
| 10 | 114-124 | 190-196 | 98-106 |
| 11 | 123-134 | 193-200 | 107+ |
| Size | Chest | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 33 - 36 | 5/2 - 5/7 | 121-134 |
| 5 | 35 - 37 | 5/4 - 5/8 | 134 - 145 |
| 6 | 37 - 39 | 5/6 - 5/9 | 147 - 162 |
| MT (6T) | 37 - 39 | 5/10 - 6/2 | 149 - 167 |
| 7 | 38 - 41 | 5/8 - 6/1 | 165 - 180 |
| 8 | 41 - 43 | 5/11 - 6/2 | 180 - 196 |
| 9 | 43 - 44 | 6/1 - 6/4 | 196 - 213 |
| 10 | 45 - 49 | 6/3 - 6/5 | 215 - 233 |
| 11 | 49 - 53 | 6/4 - 6/6 | 235 + |
| Size | Chest | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 78 - 83 | 144 - 160 | 46 - 54 |
| XST | 79 - 85 | 157 - 167 | 53 - 60 |
| S | 83 - 89 | 157 - 167 | 54 - 61 |
| ST | 83 - 89 | 169 - 183 | 58 - 65 |
| M | 89 - 94 | 165 - 177 | 60 - 77 |
| MW | 107 - 113 | 165 - 177 | 86 - 98 |
| L | 94 - 99 | 170 - 185 | 66 - 74 |
| LW | 119 - 125 | 170 - 185 | 95 - 117 |
| XL | 99 - 104 | 177 - 189 | 73 - 79 |
| Size | Chest | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 31 - 33 | 4/9 - 5/3 | 101 - 116 |
| XST | 31 - 34 | 5/3 – 5/6 | 116 – 132 |
| S | 33 – 35 | 5/3 – 5/6 | 118 – 134 |
| ST | 33 – 35 | 5/6 – 6/0 | 127 – 143 |
| M | 35 – 37 | 5/5 – 5/10 | 132 – 147 |
| MW | 42 – 44 | 5/5 – 5/10 | 189 – 216 |
| L | 37 – 39 | 5/8 – 6/1 | 145 – 163 |
| LW | 46 – 49 | 5/8 – 6/1 | 209 – 258 |
| XL | 39 – 41 | 5/10 – 6/2 | 160 – 173 |
Is this suit only for swimming?
No — while it’s designed for open water swimming, the durable leg materials mean it also works for other water sports like SUP, kayaking and snorkelling.
Does it have any visibility features?
Yes — orange Hi-Vis panels are built in for extra visibility while swimming in open water.
Why short sleeves and legs rather than full length?
It’s built for total freedom of movement and easy on/off, trading full coverage for flexibility and simplicity.
How durable is it for repeated use?
The DuraSkin outer fabric in the leg area is specifically added to increase resistance to wear.






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