https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:30:52 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296868 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 22:37:56 +0000 Chiara 2296868@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like others- for day, I like something that can give me sun protection on back of neck and chest (so button up) but must be v breezy and withstand looking a little crumpled. I try to only wear fibers like linen or cotton.<br /> Below two winners<br /> <a href="https://www.seasidetones.com.au/shop/linen-shirt-dress-olive" rel="nofollow">https://www.seasidetones.com.a.....ress-olive</a> (pictured)<br /> <a href="https://www.primness.com/collections/dresses/products/bibo-dress-moss-pre-order" rel="nofollow">https://www.primness.com/colle.....-pre-order</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296554 Thu, 15 Dec 2022 17:57:09 +0000 Helena 2296554@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just popping in quickly to say my last couple of cover ups have been striped shirts from La Vie En Rose Aqua ... they always seem to have some version of this. They dry pretty quickly and look polished enough to head from poolside to lunch.</p> <p>Have an amazing time ... the beaches in TCI are THE most beautiful I've ever seen in my life! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296537 Thu, 15 Dec 2022 16:59:21 +0000 Sal 2296537@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have two - booth are definitely cover ups rather than dresses. They cover my arms and shoulders which burn easily. I also wear them to socialise with friends on the beach. I have sundresses to put on for the evening but there are too bare on the shoulder for a cover up in our climate.</p> <p>If buying one today I would choose a button up shirt style - in a voile o muslin fabric. I live white but sunscreen can stain it easily so I tend to go for a pattern.</p> <p>How exciting- have fun!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296529 Thu, 15 Dec 2022 15:21:26 +0000 Mainelady 2296529@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh! Have a fabulous time! My &nbsp;lakeside cover ups are more casual than what I wear to a tropical destination. &nbsp;For the resort style vacations, I packed sarongs (both long and shorter lengths). The long sarongs could also be tied up around the neck, for more coverage. &nbsp;I would also wear long, loose dress style cover ups. &nbsp;Those were perfect when going from the beach or pool to other places, like a restaurant. To dress up even a casual coverup, add a bangle or two, a pair of earrings and a pair of wedge sandals. Don’t forget the sunscreen! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296453 Thu, 15 Dec 2022 01:34:33 +0000 Jaime 2296453@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For me button are best because I don't like pulling wet things over my head. I like a loose linen shirt dress for the rare beach appearance. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296386 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 19:24:08 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2296386@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm glad you asked the question, Carla. These are such fun, lovely, and practical suggestions! Like you, I've always just used t-shirts and workout shorts as coverups. I didn't imagine all the fun options between that old standby and the old-Hollywood glam look, where you'd almost feel the need to wear heels--haha! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296355 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 18:00:24 +0000 Angie 2296355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like a BIG cotton shirt!&nbsp;</p> <p>And these shorts.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296348 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 17:55:11 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 2296348@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like lightweight voile coverups with sleeves - kaftan or otherwise. My arms and chest are always the first to burn and I want to be able to cover them up easily.</p> <p>I include a black one that I own and like below, and also like the <a rel="nofollow" href="https://emersonfry.com/products/emerson-caftan-ink-organic">Emerson Fry</a> offerings though they can run bit large as they are often one size or two sizes only. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296343 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 17:49:45 +0000 Roberta 2296343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Every summer I buy something from Oh My Gauze - the cotton fabric is indestructible and the colors are beautiful. They make knee-length or longer dresses that would be perfect over a swimsuit, and lots of them have pockets! They only have a few storefronts, but shipping and returns are very easy. I own both tops and dresses.</p> <p>They're not as sheer as this picture appears, IMO. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296332 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 16:44:24 +0000 Jenn 2296332@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t do a lot of poolside time or take tropical vacations, but I do live half an hour from sandy Pacific beaches and go often. </p> <p>Almost everything I use as a cover up is also worn elsewhere in different contexts. I like loose-fitting dresses that allow airflow and don’t stick to wet skin. I stick to silk and linen, but cotton would work too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296328 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 16:24:46 +0000 notsaf 2296328@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Exactly what you say Lesley: I ended up wearing my caftan as a sleep shirt! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296313 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 15:02:52 +0000 Lesley 2296313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Button down shirt dress is ideal. You can have some arm coverage if you're getting too much sun, and you can leave it open if you want to still get sun on your body &amp; belly or if you're throwing it on to walk to your room without the fuss of buttoning it all up. I love the ones people posted here but since I wear that style as a nightshirt, I couldn't ever shake the feeling that I was in public in a nightie. This year I found the holy grail: a dress that buttons all the way down, so I can use it as a cover up. (I also found that it was cute enough that I used it as a dress once or twice.)</p> <p>I got it at J Crew Factory, and it is chambray, although this is its exact cut:&nbsp;<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="https://factory.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/clothing/dresses/casual-dresses/tartan-collared-shirt-dress/BM979?display=standard&amp;fit=Classic&amp;color_name=red-black-multi&amp;colorProductCode=BM979">https://factory.jcrew.com/p/wo.....red-shirt-</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296311 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 14:58:49 +0000 Anonymous 2296311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another vote for Rip skirts with a sleeveless tank . &nbsp;I like nylon as a quick dry fabric and usually opaque. &nbsp;Have a wonderful time. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296307 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 14:33:25 +0000 Irina 2296307@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As I posted in my recent vacation report, I like a caftan dress and a shirt dress as cover ups. Mine are linen and midi length. I'm more comfortable in midi and it looks glam to me DH likes it, too which is a bonus. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296306 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 14:29:00 +0000 NancyW 2296306@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mine are from Lands End and older (indestructible). The terry t-dress, poly so dries quickly, has kept its shape and color, but I would now prefer a button down to a pull over. I also wear it in the summer as loungewear. I also have two ‘bottoms’ like Bijou’s. Both skirted, one shorts and one mid-calf leggings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296304 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 14:25:33 +0000 notsaf 2296304@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Bijou, JamC, and Lisa in voting for a button-down! I wear an open shirtdress or a men's-style button down with shorts in my bag which I pull on when the suit dries. I had a short caftan from Emerson Fry (which blew away from the drying line when I was in the Aegean this summer: RIP! -- still including in Finds) but frankly it felt too covered on the beach, and the typical pareo or lacey cover-up styles don't feel like me. The biggest "trend" is slightly slinky crocheted things these days, which you will see on younger women and thier moms.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296297 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 13:50:45 +0000 LJP 2296297@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't find a decent picture, but for the past two summers I've worn an oversized crinkle cotton collarless shirt from Aerie . It's long enough to cover my butt so I don't need a skirt or shorts with it. &nbsp;The idea came from DD who is more in tune with what's new in swim wear and related items. &nbsp;The shirt and a terry cloth bucket hat - and I was set ! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296295 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 13:29:07 +0000 CarolS 2296295@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Watching and learning. I don’t really wear a cover up for much more than getting to or from the pool when on vacation and I’ve been looking for an upgrade that’s not just a single purpose “beach coverup”.</p> <p>There are some great ideas here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296292 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 12:29:59 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2296292@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a couple cotton jersey skirts, some swim shorts, and a tunic top from a few years ago when they were the thing. I probably wear a pareo most often. Oh, and a black silk shirt with collar, worn open. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296291 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 12:22:53 +0000 April 2296291@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I too have a Ripskirt and I love it for the lower half.&nbsp; My concern is always full (head to toe) sun protection - easy to find pieces at Coolibar, but not sure they do things that could be called elegant?</p> <p>The most elegant cover-up I ever saw was on my son's gf, who threw on a thrift-shop lace shirt dress over her swimsuit, buttoned one or two buttons, and headed for the shade.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296287 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 11:58:59 +0000 Anonymous 2296287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Team Ripskirt! I have the longest one in black and it's fine for work and casual wear too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296284 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 11:26:53 +0000 JamC 2296284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like coverups like Bijou’s button through shirt dress or shorter tunic style dresses with long sleeves. Both are easy to throw over a dry or wet bathing suit, and provide some sun protection. I have bought them at a variety of stores including H&amp;M, Nordstrom Rack, and DVF. Fabrics include cotton, silk, and polyester. Some can also be worn for dinner in casual island settings! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296279 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 10:49:44 +0000 Bijou 2296279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a long button through cotton shirt/dress by swimwear brand Seafolly that is an easy throw on cover-up, not particularly glam, but nice and practical as it does not show wet patches and is easy dry. What is a little more glam is my frilled shorts, which once my swimsuit is dry I pop on and then wear the shirt open.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296277 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 10:30:47 +0000 Olive Green 2296277@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I use a pretty hooded woven cotton ruana as a swim cover up, it &nbsp;also serves as a bathrobe when running in and out of house/RV with dogs. It goes on all summer and fall trips, and works as a shawl in car and coffee shops.&nbsp;<br />Looking at the RipCurl skirt, also a multi tasker.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296276 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 10:26:52 +0000 Kate 2296276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also vote for a Rip skirt. Their knee length version has pockets, which the older versions of the skirts I have do not. The Rip towel, which is very lightweight and dries fast, like the skirts, can be wrapped like a sarong. It also has a pretty deep velcro pocket along one edge. The towel is actually my favorite Rip product. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296275 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:32:09 +0000 Sisi 2296275@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a couple of very breezy casual sleeveless dresses that I bought specifically to use as cover-up. Caftans are very popular at the beach and look practical but I haven't any.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296270 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 06:22:50 +0000 Jenni NZ 2296270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do actually use a kaftan Carla, sorry don’t have an easy photo to add. I bought it in an outlet store 2016 and it has been to the Gold Coast of Australia, Bali, and Vietnam. I originally saw it in a fashion magazine the year before and knew the brand and knew the outlet store! I tend to mainly use it near resort pools though I find, it can look pretty with sandals, a nice sun hat and so on, but in the end I am usually not that comfortable in my swimsuit for that long and prefer to change before going to restaurants or bars. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296269 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 06:06:35 +0000 Suz 2296269@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have not had a beach vacation in decades. But if I were taking your trip, I would bring my Ripskirt.&nbsp; It is the perfect cover up and doubles as a really nice skirt for daytime and casual evenings. If you had a bathing suit to match you wouldn't need a separate top -- you could just throw on a linen shirt for sun coverage.&nbsp;</p> <p>Sadly, I don't think they make this length any more. I find it by far the most elegant of the lengths they made.&nbsp;</p> <p>Anyway -- I use this for all kinds of outings in the summer and would highly recommend it.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296267 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 05:50:47 +0000 Jessikams 2296267@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Personally I don’t like to use a caftan or dress for this, because I don’t like the feeling of wet legs touching or chafing each other. I much prefer a romper of some kind. Currently I have a Terry cloth one, which feels great but does take a while to dry. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/talk-to-me-about-swim-cover-ups%e2%80%a6#post-2296256 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 04:49:30 +0000 Carla 2296256@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A 10 day escape to Turks and Caicos has been booked for mid February, and I’m planning my travel capsule. &nbsp;We are staying in a condo on the beach and there will be beach time every day. &nbsp;In the past I’ve used gym kit or shorts and a t-shirt as a swim suit cover-up for to-ing and fro-ing from the condo to the beach, or from the beach to a beach side patio for snacks and such. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>This time I’d like something a little ‘dressier’ to throw over my suit (if that makes sense.) &nbsp;</p> <p>If you ‘do’ poolside time in the summer, or warm weather vacations - what are your favourite swim cover-ups? &nbsp;What combinations make you feel ‘dressed’ or a little glam? &nbsp;What fabrics don’t show through if the suit underneath is wet, and/or dries quickly? &nbsp;<br /></div> </p>