Still looking for that perfect bathing suit? Check out our swimsuit shopping guide for tips on finding the best bathing suit for your body type.
Hippie Chic
I love this Alloy cover-up's print--it embodies everything we
love about summer—being relaxed and taking it easy! The perfect
straw hat, frayed just so, paired with a chocolate brown tote and
wear-with-everything flat sandals makes this look wearable on and
off the beach.
Printed Cover-Up: Alloy, $44
White Triangle Top: Old Navy, $12
Braided T-Strap Sandals: Old Navy, $19
Straw Cowboy Hat: Macy’s, $42
Chocolate Brown Woven Shopper: Echo Design, $48
Tortoiseshell sunglasses: Topshop, $18
The Glamour Girl
Protect yourself from sun exposure with a fabulous hat in a graphic
stripe.
The cut-outs of this suit paired with the open back give the look
an added sexiness.
Black Backless One-Piece, Delia's, $33
White Linen Beach Pants: Necessary Objects, $34
Black and White Ribbon Straw Bag: Newport News, $34
Rose Gold Ruched Strap Sandals: Bamboo, $29
Striped Sun Hat: Newport News, $29
Mossimo Large Round Sunglasses: Target, $16
Day to Night
Your maxi dresses from last summer are still hot, and to me, they
are the easiest beach cover-up ever. Take this style from Delia’s
to the beach for a quick cover-up from the sun, then wear it out at
night.
Floral Maxi Dress: Delia’s, $49
Red Triangle Top: Alloy, $12
Gold Braided Sandals: Bamboo, $29
Straw Bag: Chadwick’s, $29
Sunglasses: Old Navy, $9.00
Get the look right: Check out our dos and don'ts of wearing
summer dresses.
Nautical Beachwear
Like we saw on the Michael Kors runway, nothing is hotter for
summer than a visor! Pair your shorts with espadrilles like these
(another summer staple) to add a touch of girliness to a sporty
look.
Striped Summer Tee: Gap, $15
White Drawstring Shorts: Old Navy, $22
Straw Visor by Accessory Network: available at WalMart, $7
Yellow Mesh Tote: Newport News, $19
Navy Espadrilles: Marshall’s, $29
Sunglasses: Shop4Sparkles.com, $14
The California Girl
I love this laid-back cover-up from Tracy Feith's amazing new
line for Target--it makes me want to jet to Cali for a vacation.
Pair it with your favorite gold wedges sophistication with an
edge.
Tracy Feith for Target Hooded Pullover, Target, $25
Twist Bandeau Top: Delias, $24
Gold Gladiator Wedge: Bakers, $39
Straw Fedora: Jessica Simpson Collection, $48
Straw Tote with Leather Trim: Accessory Network, available at
KMART, $29
Leopard Beach Towel: Old Navy, $12
Sunglasses: Topshop, $30
Which one is your favorite? What type of cover-up do you wear at the beach?
And for more tips on what to wear to the beach, check out these cover-ups that may already be in your closet!by Suze Yalof Schwartz
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