Abstract: The invention is a portable sunshade used in conjunction with and supported by a vehicle or other object (e.g., tree) to produce shade. The shade system includes a protective bag that houses a canopy that can be extended to provide shade from the sun. The system also includes a plurality of collapsible poles that cooperate to form frames that support the canopy during use. The bag can be releasably attached to a vehicle or any other support structure, allowing the shade system to be easily and quickly assembled in a variety of locations.