19 best beach cover-ups including crochet and plus size styles
HEADING to the beach this year? Put your best foot forward with one of these stylish beach cover-ups designed to have you looking and feeling your best.
From flattering pieces to sheer designs, here are our best picks to have you looking fabulous all summer long. Put your winter coat in storage and dig out your glasses and suncream — it’s officially
beach weather!
Best beach cover-ups at a glance:
- Best jumpsuit-style:
- Best for plus size:
- Best sheer style:
- Best cut-out style:
- Best value:
Cupshe Smocked Tube Jumpsuit
● Cupshe Smocked Tube Jumpsuit, £40 from Amazon -
Featuring a smocked bodice and flattering wide-leg design, this jumpsuit from Cupshe is universally flattering, making it one of the best beach cover-ups to buy this year. Pull over the top of a bikini or swimsuit for a flattering look, and choose from black, white or turquoise (or perhaps invest in all three), for a lust-worthy look. It's light and breezy so it'll keep you cool in hot weather.
Pair the jumpsuit with a big sun hat to keep you shaded in the day, then add espadrilles in the evening for a sleek beach-to-bar look.
Material: 100% Polyester Aftercare: Machine wash cold
YOURS Curve Print Animal Print Crinkle Beach Shirt
● YOURS Curve Animal Print Crinkle Beach Shirt, £27.99 from Amazon -
An oversized shirt option in a plus-sized fit, this eye-catching look from Yours comes in a hot pink and red striped design, tapping into the colour-blocking trend. Dubbed the perfect throw-on piece, the crinkle woven fabric, long drop shoulder sleeves and classic collar with button fastening look great over a black swimsuit.
Plus, it also doubles up as an outfit when you pair it with a tank top and some breezy shorts for a casual holiday style. What's more, it's made from viscose which will keep you ventilated when it's super sunny outside.
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Material: 100% Viscose Aftercare: Machine washable
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YOURS Curve White Crochet Midaxi Dress
● YOURS Curve White Crochet Midaxi Dress, £29.99 from Amazon -
Made from a soft knit fabric, this crochet dress combines both class and comfort.
With a scoop neckline, long sleeves and a midi-length finish, this is the perfect dress for layering over a swimsuit, cami top or shorts.
Material: 50% acrylic, 50% cotton Aftercare: Machine washable
Calvin Klein Sheer Knit Beach Kaftan
● Calvin Klein Sheer Knit Beach Kaftan, £110 from Calvin Klein -
This sheer beach cover-up is an ideal way to show some skin whilst relaxing on the beach this summer.
With a relaxed fit and maxi-length design, this is the perfect design for your beach bag. The sultry, long-sleeved design gives a glimpse of your bikini underneath, offering good sun protection.
Material: 100% rayon Aftercare: Machine wash
Revolve LPA Lanita Crochet Mini Dress
● Revolve LPA Lanita Crochet Mini Dress, £274.00 from Revolve -
This wearable, crochet design is ideal for both the beach and the bar.
The neutral hue can be paired with almost any colour and is universally flattering for any skin type.
Throw on over a swimsuit for an elevated beach look, or pair it with a camisole in the evening for an ‘all eyes on you’ outfit.
Material: 100% cotton Aftercare: Hand wash
Boux Avenue Cut Out Knit Midi Beach Dress
● Boux Avenue Cut Out Knit Midi Beach Dress, £45 from Boux Avenue -
No detail has been spared with this Cut Out Beach Dress from Boux Avenue. The knitted design features a ring design at the chest area, and a cut-out detailing at the hips.
With an adjustable back tie and a halterneck style, the dress is flattering for all sizes and body types.
Material: 100% acrylic Aftercare: Machine washable
NA-KD Crochet Structured Maxi Dress
● NA-KD Crochet Structured Maxi Dress, £59.95 from NA-KD -
Crochet has been incredibly popular, having been seen on celebrities such as Gigi Hadid, Dua Lipa and Molly Mae. Follow in their footsteps with this Crochet Maxi Dress from NA-KD.
In an off-white colour that perfectly compliments a summer tan, this is great for the beach, and the evening, too. Wear with sandals during the day, mules in the evening, and of course, an oversized bag to finish the look. To accessorise, a pair of gold hoops will finish off the
look perfectly.
Material: Polyester Aftercare: Wash with similar colours
Topshop Petite Beach Cover-up
● Topshop Petite Beach Cover-up, £18 from Topshop -
A playsuit is always a great summer option, and this sheer, crochet trim is perfect for the beach. The petite, playful design sits just above the knee, with a daring plunge neck feature.
Wear your hair up to show off the intricate detailing, and pair it with statement earrings for a cute but casual look.
Material: 100% Polyester Aftercare: Machine wash
Pretty Little Thing Black Bubble Textured Beach Sarong
● Pretty Little Thing Black Bubble Textured Beach Sarong, £10.50 from Pretty Little Thing -
You don’t have to spend a fortune to look stylish this summer. In fact, this unique design from Pretty Little Thing is just £10.50, and you’re going to want to wear it all summer long.
The textured material is lightweight and ideal for the beach, and the tie side allows you to tailor it to a fit that suits you.
Material: 95% Polyester, 5% Elastane Aftercare: Machine washable
Loewe Cotton Anagram Pareo
● Loewe Cotton Anagram Pareo, £325 from Harrods -
This designer option from Loewe is sure to level up your beach outfits this summer. The anagram logo will elevate your look, whilst the relaxed fit and casual appearance can be tied in a multitude of ways for a versatile finish.
Pair with a white bikini for a look that’s perfect for both Ibiza, Mykonos and the South of France, or wherever else your travels may take you.
Material: 100% Cotton Aftercare: Hand wash
ASOS South Beach Sarong
● ASOS South Beach Sarong, £18.00 from ASOS -
Head straight from the beach to the disco with this ASOS South Beach Sarong. The jade green, metallic sarong is sure to turn heads, whether paired with a cute top, bikini or swimsuit.
The knot detail further elevates the design, which is available to purchase alongside a matching bikini top.
Material: 69% Polyester, 26% Metallic fibres, 5% Elastane Aftercare: Hand wash only
NEXT White/Blue Longline Short Sleeve Beach Shirt
● NEXT White/Blue Longline Short Sleeve Beach Shirt, £35.00 from NEXT -
A shirt is a classy and sophisticated alternative to a traditional beach cover-up, and can be worn alone over a bikini or swimsuit, paired with shorts, or even a skirt, as well.
The fruit and flower print is perfect for the warmer months, and the light cotton material will keep you both cool and protected on the beach.
Material: 100% cotton voile fabric Aftercare: Machine washable
River Island Cream Shirred Embroidered Beach Shorts
● River Island Cream Shirred Embroidered Beach Shorts, £33.00 from River Island -
These cream-shirred embroidered beach shorts exude beachy, boho vibes. With an adjustable tie and elasticated waist, you can tailor the fit, whilst the embroidered design and shirred fabric adds to the overall feminine look.
Material: 100% Polyester Aftercare: Machine wash at 30 degrees
Revolve Farrah Caftcan
● Revolve Farrah Caftcan, £100.00 from Revolve -
A holiday essential, this Revolve Farrah Caftcan is the perfect day-to-night look. Pull over a bikini, or pair it with heels for a look that carries itself into the evening. Available in Navy, White, Neon Pink, Olive and White, you’ll want to save space in your suitcase for this one.
Material: 100% Viscose Aftercare: Hand wash cold
Skims Swing Sarong Skirt
● SKIMS Swing Sarong Skirt, £78 from Skims -
SKIMS is universally loved for its flattering shapewear, and this sarong skirt is no exception. With a true-to-size fit, this design sits at the ankles with a daring high slit at the front and fixed knot side detail.
Pair with the Swim Bandeau Bikini Top, Swim Plunge Top or the Swim
Triangle top for a look that’s approved by Miss Kim K herself.
Material: 76% Recycled Nylon, 24% Spandex Aftercare: Hand wash cold
Reformation Clarence Knit Skirt
● Reformation Clarence Knit Skirt, £145 from Reformation -
Got a beach party on the cards? This fitted knit skirt has a built-in undergarment, and is fitted on the waist with an A-line silhouette, and can be paired with sandals for a dressed-down daytime look, or heels for an evening vibe.
Pair with the matching top for the ultimate summer look. Black is often perceived as a body contouring colour, and this set definitely attests to that.
Material: 96% polyester and 4% spandex Aftercare: Hand wash and dry flat
Jewelled Buddha Nautical Print Kaftan Maxi Dress
● Jewelled Buddha Nautical Print Kaftan Maxi Dress, £95 from Jewelled Buddha -
Artisan-crafted in Rajasthan, this lightweight summer kaftan dress features an intricate nautical block point, reminiscent of trips to the beach.
Both versatile and effortless, the flattering design features a relaxed silhouette and side slits to show off your tanned pins.
During the day, layer over a bikini or swimsuit to keep skin protected from the sun, and in the evening, pair with wedge heels for a night on the town.
Material: 100% cotton Aftercare: Hand washable
Where to buy beach cover-ups
As the summer approaches, most retailers will be selling a number of beach cover-ups.
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Can you wear a beach cover-up as a dress?
There are a number of different types of beach cover-ups available. A jumpsuit can be easily pulled on over a bikini or swimsuit, and is great if you plan on going out after the beach.
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The same is true for a playsuit, which is the same as a jumpsuit, but with shorts instead of longer trousers. You can also get co-ord beach cover-ups, which is a top and skirt or short combination.
Most beach cover-ups come in a sarong or pareo, which is a single stretch of fabric that can be worn in different ways, including a maxi-skirt, mini-dress, halter dress, jumpsuit or twisted wrap top.
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