Slip on this adorable eyelet cover-up and prepare to be the sweetest thing on the beach. Bonus: wear a vibrant swimsuit underneath for a surprising pop of colour! Credits: SwimMates Bikini Top, $25, Bottom, $14, Lands End, Sunrise To Sunset Dress, $50, Roxy. Cover up a barely-there bather by throwing on a gauzy tunic that shows off your gams. The flirty hi-low hem makes for an effortlessly cool look. Credits: Double-Stripe Bandeau Top, $58, Bottom, $59, J.Crew, Tie Neck Tunic, $44, Loft. Go from a relaxing day in the sun to happy hour with this flirty bandeau maxi cover-up. Credits: Simply Sole Top, $40, Bottom, $30, Sears, Oasis Ditsy Print Bandeau Maxi Beach Dress, $69, ASOS. Whether you’re playing a round of beach volleyball or catching some waves, this practical (and cute) number is sure to stay put. Credits: Top, $12, Bottom, $14, Joe Fresh, Boyfriend Shirt Cover-Up, $75, Tommy Bahama. Cruise into summer with a vibrant sarong. We love how it can be tied in multiple ways, allowing you to mix up your poolside look daily! Credits: Ella Moss Mazzy Top, $53, Bottom, $53, Shopbop, Cole of California Sarong, $25, Sears. Get back to basics with a simple, curve-hugging bikini. The subtle gold hardware adds a touch of glamour, making it the perfect option for a picnic at the beach or a swanky poolside soiree. Credits: Top, $10, Bottom, $9, Old Navy, V-Neck Cover Up, $78, Victoria's Secret. Throw on this adorable striped bandeau bikini for a playful take on the nautical trend. With a removable strap and cute buttons, what’s not to love? Credits: Cole of California Top, $30, Bottom, $30, Sears. Jen's Pirate Booty Dress, $99, Shopbop. Capture that handsome lifeguard’s attention with a fiery red bather that’s sure to turn heads. Credits: French Connection Bikini Top, $36, Bottom, $33, ASOS, Houndstooth Tunic, $94, J.Crew. Beat the blazing heat at your favourite summer festival with an ethnic-inspired, dropped-waist cover-up. Credits: Vix Bandeau, $104, Vix Bottom, $84, Club Monaco, River Island Portabella Beach Dress, $36, ASOS. Release your inner girly-girl by donning a sweet floral two-piece number at your next poolside soiree. We love the adjustable straps and flattering ruching! Credits: Bikini Top, $12, Bottom. $23, Joe Fresh, Maxi Dress, $55, Victoria Secret .Bikinis and Cover Ups
Short and sweet
Tunic time
Maxi power
Borrow from the boys
Sarong song
Easy breezy
Gauzy goddess
Red hot
Festival fun
Pretty in peach
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