You may have the perfect little black bikini, but do you own a beach cover-up dress to throw on over it? If not, then you're missing out on one of the fashion set's essential summer items. And as your resident fashionable friend, I'm here to set you straight.
While I may have thrown on an old tee and called it a day in the past, I’m definitely looking for something that feels a little more elevated this summer. A matching shorts set is great, but a breezy sundress makes for a whole look in one easy step.
Turns out there are also tons of different options to choose from that go well beyond your basics. Brands like Solid&Striped make crochet and sheer options, while Caravana designs pieces that come in a lightweight linen fabric that will keep you cool all day long. You can also style all of these with a pair of heels for a night out following an afternoon spent lounging by the pool.
Keep on scrolling to check out a bunch of my favorite cover-up dresses that you can shop right now.
Crochet is one of this season's biggest trends.
I love these colors.
Why not try a lime-green frock?
Frankies Bikinis can do no wrong.
Prepare to live in this.
Wear this from the beach to the bar.
You can wear this buttoned up or fully open.
This could work for day or night.
I love anything floral in the summer.
Go ahead—play with prints.
This piece can be worn as a skirt or as a top.
Short and sweet.
Cute!
Keep this in your beach bag.
For those breezier summer nights.
Lime-green perfection.
The easiest T-shirt dress, period.
Style this with flats or heels.
Sage green is everywhere right now.
Beautiful.
A summer must-have.
This could double as a going-out dress. Style it over a bodysuit.
So sunny.
Simple and classic.
Keep it simple this summer.
Unique and forward.
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