#TheList: 12 Unique Swimswuit Cover-Up Ideas to Try This Summer
Skip your go-to cut-offs in favor of something a little more creative...
By Kerry Pieri
Get creative with your maillot and bikini cover-ups this summer, from bringing back the itsy-bitsy sarong to donning a linen trench on the beach. Because just about anything lightweight can get the job done.
A Classic Wrap
This vintage Chanel ensemble is enough to convince us that an old school mini matching sarong is the only way to go.
Sarong, $150, revolve.com.
A Sheer Gown
Consider this The Row dress an unexpected but very welcome match for a poolside tryst. Add the liner back in for a dinner date later on.
The Row gown, $6,290, net-a-porter.com.
Who Wears the Trousers?
Not the boho beach pant type? Just don your favorite tailored pants for an elegant effect that's still covered up.
Aritzia pants, $125, aritizia.com.
In the Trench
A lightweight trench over a high waisted bikini? We dare you to come up with a good reason why not.
Michael Kors collection linen trench, $2,995, net-a-porter.com.
Jump Around
A roomy, airy jumpsuit is just the thing for a balmy beach day. Pair with a matching head scarf for a winning combo.
Lacausa jumpsuit, $143, lacausa.com.
Beach, Please
Leave less to the imagination in a bold hued top over your bikini of choice.
House of Sunny shirt, $57, houseofsunny.co.uk.
Your Husband's Shirt
Is there anything sexier than a menswear button-down on the beach?
Club Monaco button-down, $110, mrporter.com.
A Going Out Dress
This little see-through mini looks like it belongs on a supermodel in 1995—in San Tropez. Which is exactly why we love it.
Jacquemus top, $340, farfetch.com.
Jackets Required
A Gauzy Gown
Skip the tunic in favor of a gorgeous gauzy white gown and hit the nearest hammock asap.
Merlette dress, $580, matchesfashion.com.
On the Dot
A see-through polkadot nightgown is just the thing over a minimal black suit.
Sleeper dress, $180, the-sleeper.com
A Dramatic Maxi Skirt
A maxi skirt that makes an entrance works perfectly with string bikini tops—and basket bags, of course.
Haider Ackermann skirt, $1,560, matchesfashion.com.
Kerry Pieri is Harper's Bazaar's Digital Fashion/Features Director. Kerry oversees the fashion vertical for BAZAAR.com, including launching digital covers, styling celebrity features, and managing recurring features including Brand Watch and My Life in Three Looks. In addition, Kerry edits the “best of” each season, from shoes to bags, denim and coats, and is consistently looking for shifts in the fashion realm to lend a voice. Kerry formerly served as the Editorial Director of StyleCaster.com and as a producer at Full Frontal Fashion. She lives in New York with her husband Steve, and baby girl Lila Sky.
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