It can’t always be summer, but you can always be warm.

Surfline Gear Team

November 10, 2023

Disclaimer: This guide is independent of any brand sponsorship or commissions. We made this for you.

Wherever you live, once winter approaches your doorstep, it’s time to think about some extra neoprene to keep you surf-stoked through the chilly months. Is it time for a full upgrade? And if so, which suit, how chunky, and how much? Here’s some info to help make that decision a little easier for you, before you go spend your hard-earned cash.

You'll notice that the we focus on facts and features, rather than experience-based opinions, due to the fact that performance reviews are often correlated with fit, which differs across women's unique body types and shapes.

In the past, the surf industry has overlooked the body diversity among women who surf, choosing to make suits that are just smaller versions of their male wetsuit patterns. While we're making massive advances in wetsuits for women, we still have a ways to go with size and fit options. Whether you're looking for that ultimate stretch, a hyper-warm suit, or one you can just tolerate - check out the selection below.

The intensity of winter temps vary all over the world. The wetsuits listed below come in a range of thicknesses from 3/2mm to 6/5mm hooded.

Explore Women's Wetsuits

7TILL8

Custom

Hooded

3/2mm - 5/5mm

Performance

If you’ve tried on a thousand wetsuits in the surf shop and have never been able to find the right fit, look no further than 7TILL8. Their custom-tailored wetsuits are made-to-order using your exact measurements, and you get to choose the entryway, thickness and color. Made with the highest-quality Yamamoto neoprene and construction, a 7TILL8 custom suit will become your prized possession.

Made For: Wetsuit haters who need a perfect fit.

Rip Curl

Flashbomb

Fusion

3/2mm - 4/3mm

Warmth

The Fusion is blowing surfers minds, the zip free suit showcases their new seam technology that essentially leaves you dry after a session. The suit is 96% stitch free and the E7 Flash Lining provides the ultimate combination of warmth and performance. Warmth, comfort, and innovation wrapped into one. It's also RipCurl's fastest drying wetsuit.

Made For: The on-the-go surfer who shreds before and after work. 

O’Neill Hyperfreak Fire

3/2mm - 4/3mm

Warmth

As the top-tier suit from O’Neill’s women’s wetsuit line, the Hyperfreak Fire hasn’t left out any bells or whistles. Featuring fluid seam welding, TB4 firewall lining and segmented 3D wrist and ankle cuffs, this suit’s focus is warmth, warmth, warmth.

Made For: Surfers looking to be toasty.

KASSIA+SURF

La Luna Backzip

3/2mm - 5/4mm hooded

Performance

With a focus on creating properly fitting wetsuits for the female form that encompass fashion, function and sustainability, the La Luna suit embodies the ethos of the brand, including the signature lunar print accented on the arms.

Made For: Female surfers looking for a wetsuit designed specifically for female bodies.

FERAL

4mm3

4/3mm

Durable

Durability is key in the Feral fullsuit, with the brand claiming that their suits last, “seasons, not sessions.” Created from high-quality Yamamoto neoprene, their sleek, no-nonsense 4/3 is perfect for the serious surfer looking for a suit that will keep her warm for winters to come.

Made For: The surfer who works hard and plays harder.

Finnisterre Nieuwland 4s Yulex

4mm

Eco

Comfort and stretch are key in this 4mm fullsuit from UK sustainable-focused brand, Finnisterre. Made from natural rubber and recycled polyester, the suit stands out with an environmentally conscious and unique design, flex panels in the shoulders for paddling, and double needle blind stitching (instead of seam sealant) for longevity. 

Made For: Surfers looking to high quality warmth with no flushing or rashes.

Sisstrevolution

7 Seas

3/2mm - 6/5mm hooded

Affordable

Express yourself with a rainbow of colorways in Sisstrevolution’s signature 7 Seas 4/3 chest-zip. An all-around suit for surfers who want a bit of extra flash, without the extra price tag.

Made For: A surfer who is ready to step up from the basics.

Patagonia Regulator

3/2.5mm - 5.5/4mm hooded

Eco

Patagonia continue to deliver a bomb-proof, environmentally friendly option in the full suit world. The durability on these suits is top notch and is a suit you can have confidence that you’ll get multiple seasons out of it. Built in a fair trade certified factory, with sustainable materials, you can also feel great about your enviro conscious purchase.

Made For: Surfers who prioritize quality and sustainability. 

Manera

Seafarer+

3/2mm - 5/3mm

Flexible

For Manera, creating that "second skin" that actually fits your body's natural curves is essential, which is why they created the first 3D designed wetsuit. Made to move with you comfortably, without any leaks or awkward neoprene folds.

Made For: Anyone looking for durability, flexibility, and comfort.

Jonesea Onyx Fullsuit

2mm - 6.5mm

Warmth

Shane Jones is a one man band, making every wetsuit himself. Jones has handcrafted a sustainable and durable wetsuit that even the toughest wetsuit critics will approve of. In an array of unique colors and made with limestone based neoprene, the size chart is accurate and easily understandable, and unlike the big box brands, the fit models are actual surfers with actual shoulders.

Made For: Those searching for a high quality, handcrafted suit that will fit you like a glove.

Matuse

D'Arc

3/2mm - 5/4mm hooded

Warmth

Matuse goes the extra mile with the D’Arc 4/3, made with GeoFlex limestone neoprene and Hydrasilk nylon. With Matuse’s signature butterfly collar entryway and comfort-focused design, the form and function keep surfers warm all winter long. Consider sizing up due to the suit’s slim fit.

Made For: Those looking for a slender, more form fitting wetsuit.

needessentials

Yulex Zipperless

3/2mm - 4/3mm

Affordable

needessentials came out with their first Yulex wetsuit last year, pushing the envelope in sustainability beyond many established brands. The addition of more thermal lining means the overall stretch is sacrificed for additional warmth. It's a performance wetsuit that tends to get stiffer with time, so make sure you have more than one in your quiver. 

Made For: A surfer on a budget.

Xcel

Comp

3/2mm - 4/3mm

Flexible

Xcel's Comp is known for one critical element: flexibility. This suit has an ultra stretch exterior, allowing your suit to act as a second skin. With an affordable price tag this suit will feel as light on your body as it does on your wallet. 

Made For: Those who typically find wetsuits inflexible, especially around the shoulders.

Billabong Salty Dayz Natural

3/2mm - 4/3mm

Eco

Billabong is leading the big-name surf brands in sustainability, and the Salty Dayz Natural 4/3 is no exception, featuring Yulex rubber and Recycler Graphene Comp stretch lining. The comfort and performance capabilities of this suit keep up with the environmental emphasis, and style isn’t left behind with graphic accents on the sleeve.

Made For: Surfers looking for affordable neoprene-free wetsuits.

Wallien Nikki van Dijk

4/3mm

Affordable

Designed with professional surfer Nikki van Dijk for her signature line of wetsuits, Wallien brings style and substance together with this 4/3. Look and feel great in premium Earth-mined Japanese limestone neoprene. Wallien offers high-quality, fashionable wetsuits that won’t hurt the wallet — and will keep you warm in the surf.

Made For: Those looking for an eco-affordable wetsuit that doesn't sacrifice quality.

SRFACE Eco

3/2mm - 4/3mm

Eco

Save the Earth and stay warm in SRFACE’s Eco fullsuit. Made from Yulex, derived from FSC-certified Sri Lankan Hevea rubber trees, recycled nylon lining, and recycled plush insulation, this suit was designed with the planet in mind, without forgetting performance and comfort.

Made For: Earth-lovers surfers looking to maximize their performance.