20 stylish swim cover-ups to live in this summer

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Beach season is upon us once again and preparation is key before hitting the shore. You’ll need cool sunglasses, a cute swimsuit, a pair of sandals, plenty of sunblock, and a chic cover-up that you can quickly slip on should you decide to move the party some place else or go for a quick bite.

In our opinion, beachwear should always be flattering, comfortable, and stylish. We love the classics — you can get creative with a bold-printed sarong and come up with different ways to tie it every time you head down to the sand.

A cute cotton romper or an off-the-shoulder maxi dress in a vibrant hue are so easy to wear and will have you looking chic and vacation-appropriate. If you’re headed to a destination that tends to get a bit breezier in the evening, opt for a long-sleeved tunic or a pair of wide-legged linen pants that you could pair with a shirt or a lightweight summer jacket.

Whether you prefer to mix and match separates or don a one-piece, you’ll have plenty of choices to consider for your next beach getaway.

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Surf Gypsy Cover-up Tunic

Courtesy of Nordstrom

Intricate embroideries and neon pom-poms make this tunic the epitome of boho chic.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $62

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Isabella Rose Cover-up Dress

Courtesy of Bloomingdales

This gorgeous off-the-shoulder number stuns with the scalloped floral lace adorning the neckline and sleeves.

To buy: bloomingdales.com, $98

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Nanette Lepore Desert Diamond Cover-up Pants

Courtesy of Nordstrom

Wear these bold wide-legged pants with your favorite one-piece swimsuit for a chic beach outfit.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $160

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Isabel Marant Étoile Floral Cotton Wrap Cover-up

Courtesy of Barneys

You can wrap this floral print sarong in so many ways that you’ll end up with a new look each time you hit the beach.

To buy: barneysnewyork.com, $110

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Club Monaco Yarden Cover-up

Courtesy of Spring

This striped cover-up was practically made for sipping cocktails by the pool.

To buy: shopspring.com, $150

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Tory Burch Gabriella Floral-print Cover-up Romper

Courtesy of Neiman Marcus

Wear this pretty floral romper with your favorite pair of sandals for a fresh vacation look.

To buy: neimanmarcus.com, $378

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Ella Moss Swim Cover-up

Courtesy of Neiman Marcus

This blue ombre tunic features a cute pom-pom trim and is made from 100-percent soft cotton.

To buy: neimanmarcus.com, $98

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Carmen Marc Valvo Caftan Cover-up

Courtesy of Neiman Marcus

This glam tunic will amp up the chic factor of your beach look with its flowered print on both front and back.

To buy: neimanmarcus.com, $134

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Vitamin A Cover-up Caftan

Courtesy of Zappos

The colors of this lace-up caftan remind us of Santorini, making it the perfect pick for your Greek getaway this summer.

To buy: zappos.com, $150

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Velvet by Graham & Spencer Aubree Cover-up Dress

Velvet by Graham Spencer Swimwear Cover Up

Courtesy of Spring

The running black-stitch trim, stars, and tassels add a fun boho vibe to this classic kaftan.

To buy: shopspring.com, $169

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Pitusa Maxis Cover-up Dress

Courtesy of Nordstrom

The colorful embroideries make this lightweight off-the-shoulder maxi a fun piece to wear on the boardwalk.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $144

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Ted Baker London Passion Flower Cover-up Dress

Courtesy of Nordstrom

This bright, flowy halter-neck dress will make waves on the beach.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $195

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Green Dragon Monterey Cover-up Pants

Courtesy of Nordstrom

These bold, paisley pants are super flattering and comfy because of their wide-leg cut and elasticized waist.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $80

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Tommy Bahama Shirt Cover-up

Courtesy of Bloomingdales

We love the loose boyfriend silhouette of this shirt cover-up and the classic, Breton-striped pattern.

To buy: bloomingdales.com, $98

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O'Neill Emma Cover-up

Courtesy of Zappos

If you’re headed to a tropical destination, this floral, halter-neck romper is the most logical choice.

To buy: zappos.com, $50

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La Blanca Global Perspective Tunic Cover-up

Courtesy of Dillards

The beautiful beadwork highlighting the V-neck of this long-sleeve tunic gives us a good reason to order it ASAP. Another reason? The bold graphic print.

To buy: dillards.com, $99

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ASOS TALL Beach Maxi Dress

Courtesy of ASOS

This maxi dress features a cute front cutout as well as two thigh-high slits that make it the most comfortable (and sexy) piece of clothing you can pack this summer.

To buy: asos.com, $51

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Echo Swim Cover-up in Rouge

Courtesy of Bloomingdales

We love everything about this maxi cover-up: the simple halter-neck cut, the loose fit, and the citrus color.

To buy: bloomingdales.com, $99

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J.Crew Gingham Dress

Courtesy of J. Crew

This slightly sheer dress is perfect for impromptu picnics or barbecues at the beach after a long day of soaking up the sun.

To buy: jcrew.com, $80

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Forever 21 Crochet Embroidered Cover-Up

Courtesy of Forever21

The crochet trend is still going strong, and for a good reason. This pretty dress has an elasticized neckline so it won’t slip off your shoulders.

To buy: forever21.com, $30

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Surf Gypsy Cover-up Tunic

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Isabella Rose Cover-up Dress

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Nanette Lepore Desert Diamond Cover-up Pants

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Isabel Marant Étoile Floral Cotton Wrap Cover-up

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Club Monaco Yarden Cover-up

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Tory Burch Gabriella Floral-print Cover-up Romper

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Ella Moss Swim Cover-up

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Carmen Marc Valvo Caftan Cover-up

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Vitamin A Cover-up Caftan

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Velvet by Graham & Spencer Aubree Cover-up Dress

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Pitusa Maxis Cover-up Dress

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Ted Baker London Passion Flower Cover-up Dress

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Green Dragon Monterey Cover-up Pants

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Tommy Bahama Shirt Cover-up

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O'Neill Emma Cover-up

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La Blanca Global Perspective Tunic Cover-up

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ASOS TALL Beach Maxi Dress

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Echo Swim Cover-up in Rouge

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J.Crew Gingham Dress

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Forever 21 Crochet Embroidered Cover-Up

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