MerSea Designs
A Family Apostolate
Christian-centered, & Catholic-focused apparel and accessories.
Home of the original "Catholic" Hawaiian Shirts.
Designed to combine Faith with a Coastal Lifestyle.
Mer Sea Designs
At MerSea Designs, we believe in evangelizing without saying a word. We create high-quality, Catholic-inspired apparel and accessories that help you wear your faith on your sleeve—literally. Driven by a passion for design and a love for the Church, we’re here to help you reflect Christ everywhere you go.
MerSea Designs is a small family apostolate, not a large corporation. We started this journey because we are in love with our Catholic faith and wanted a way to share that love through beautiful, well-crafted fashion.
When you shop with us, you can rest easy knowing your values are protected. Unlike many modern brands, we never funnel profits into causes that oppose Catholic teachings. Instead, every sale goes directly to pro-life and pro-Catholic organizations. When you support MerSea, you aren’t just buying a shirt—you’re supporting a small family apostolate that believes what you believe.
Thank you for your patronage, we are humbled by your prayers and support.
I saw a group of people praying the rosary on the beach a couple of them were wearing these awesome shirts. They showed me the website and now I have a few of the catholic button up shirts, I'm always getting the best compliments about them.
Product quality is top-notch. Size and fit are AMAZING. Will be wearing this to my upcoming retreat. I honestly can’t recommend them enough.
Awesome catholic hoodies. So cozy! Great Fit! It's perfect. Great way to wear my faith on my sleeve! I will definitely be coming back.
About Us
We are a Catholic, family-owned apostolate based in sunny Southern California and dedicated to sharing our Faith through Fashion. Our name is a playful nod to the ocean {our love for the sea} and a tribute to the daily gifts of Grace and Mercy (mer-sea).
Led by designer (and self-proclaimed mermaid) Christina Chidley, we balance our addiction to summer fun, with a deep devotion to faith and family. Based in landlocked reality, but with a saltwater soul, Christina, balances her time between her growing family, teaching catechism with her homeschool co-op, creating awesome designs, and being a Son Chaser (as well as a sun-chaser).
We believe our Coastal Catholic beachwear lifestyle is a New Kind of Evangelization. There is a unique kind of peace found at the shoreline. Between the rhythmic pull of the tide and the vastness of the horizon, it's hard not to feel the presence of God the Creator. At MerSea Designs, we have always believed that the beauty of the ocean is a direct reflection of God's glory-and that our faith shouldn't be left at the door when we put on a swimsuit.
As a small family apostolate, we set out with a simple but bold goal: to help build a Culture of Life, by creating high-quality beachwear that allows you to "Wear your Faith" wherever the waves take you.
Whether you found us online or at a pop-up event, we are honored to serve you.
We hope our "Catholic" Hawaiian Shirts help you "Live in the Light", to be Salt & Sol (Latin for sunlight) for those around you. We believe every creation we make should honor God, which is why, every sale supports Pro-Life and Catholic charities.
We love meeting our community! Check out our schedule to see where we'll be popping up next. Come say hi, browse our latest designs, and let's brainstorm your next project in person.
Have a specific vision? Let's get creative! We love bringing your custom print ideas to life. No minimums. Ever. No project is too small. Hit the "Drop us a Line" and let's bring your project to Life!
