The word parasol (originally from French) is a combination of para, meaning 'to shield from' derived from the Latin parare, and sol, meaning 'sun'. Hence, a parasol shields from sunlight while a parapluie {French} shields from rain. The word umbrella evolved from the Latin umbra, meaning 'shaded' or 'shadow'. The Oxford English Dictionary records this as happening in the 17th century, with the first recorded usage in 1610. Phantom brings it to a new level of fashion.
- Automatic opening umbrella
- Wind resistant canopy
- Impressively wide canopies
Care instructions
Surface wipe only. Clean gently by hand with mild soapy damp cloth.
