Are you gearing up for some beachside relaxation? Taking a break by the sea is a fantastic way to escape the ordinary. However, deciding what to wear can be tricky. Nobody wants to struggle with wet bathing suits and uncomfortable shorts. That's where a stylish beach cover-up comes in handy.
Beachwear comes in a variety of styles, from bold colors to trendy prints. Choosing the right attire can elevate your look, making you feel sexy and confident. If you're unsure where to start, check out our detailed guide on finding the best beach cover-ups you can include in your beach vacation capsule wardrobe or at your next pool party for an awesome water adventure.
Why You Need a Beach Cover-up
Swimsuit cover-ups are additional layers to cover yourself after getting out of the water. After all, no one wants to look soaking wet while walking around the beach. They're great and fashionable clothing pieces that let you make the whole sandbar your runway.
Offers Sun Protection
While basking in the sun during your beach retreat, the allure of a sun-kissed glow is undeniable. Yet, prolonged exposure to direct sunlight isn't friendly to your skin. It can lead to unwelcome outcomes like age spots, wrinkles, and even skin cancer. This underscores the importance of using swimsuit cover-ups to shield yourself from harmful rays.
Even if you're tempted to soak up hours of sunlight on the beach, safeguarding your skin is paramount. It's advisable to switch between your bikini and a cover-up every few hours to ensure adequate protection from the sun.
Gives Privacy, Coverage, and Comfort
For certain women, wearing bikinis in public settings like bars or lobbies can feel uncomfortable. Additionally, if the swimming pool or beach is a distance away from the resort, strolling around in a bikini might not be preferable. In such situations, beach cover-ups offer an ideal solution. They provide both coverage and style, allowing you to feel confident and at ease, particularly if you're self-conscious about your body.
Optimal cover-ups are crafted from lightweight, stretchy fabrics with UV protection, ensuring unparalleled comfort during wear. The skin-friendly material boasts a soft texture, allowing you to don the cover-ups for extended periods without discomfort.
How To Choose the Best Beach Cover-Ups
Selecting the appropriate cover-ups is essential for enhancing the enjoyment of your beach holiday. Now that you've already invested in the best swimsuit to flatter your body type, it's the perfect moment to explore cover-up options.
Choose a design and style that matches your personality and level of comfort.
Focus on the style of your cover-ups to enhance your beach look. Tunic cover-ups, resembling oversized shirts, are knee-length and loosely fitted with short sleeves. They come in various patterns and colors, some featuring a stylish V-neck or drawstring waist.
Caftan cover-ups offer a flowy design, available in short or long sleeves, providing a luxurious feel and sun protection. Sarong cover-ups are versatile, serving as skirts, dresses, or towels.
Long cardigan-style cover-ups, with open fronts and varying lengths, are perfect for beach walks, offering both style and comfort. Choose according to your preference, whether short or long sleeves, to feel sexy and confident on the beach.
Check the fabric used.
While the main purpose of a beach cover-up is to conceal your bikini, it's equally important that it offers comfort. Therefore, the quality of the fabric is crucial when purchasing bathing suit cover-ups.
Nylon, a lightweight fabric, ensures a smooth fit. However, it's not chlorine-resistant by default, though some manufacturers offer chlorine-resistant nylon—check the care label for this detail. Nylon boasts characteristics like abrasion resistance, high elasticity, low moisture absorbency, and softness, making it an excellent choice for swimsuit cover-ups.
Polyester, another option, utilizes new technologies to maintain its original color for years. This durability makes polyester cover-ups and beach dresses appealing to many beachgoers who prioritize longevity.
Choose a style for your body shape.
Choosing the right cover-up for your one-piece swimsuit or bikini is crucial, but it's important to consider your body type for the perfect fit.
For apple-shaped bodies, characterized by a larger bust, fuller waist, and rounder shoulders, choose cover-ups with deep V-necklines to flatter your figure.
Hourglass figures, defined by balanced hips, waist, and bust, should also go for deep V-neck cover-ups, avoiding high necklines that may emphasize the bust.
Pear-shaped bodies, featuring narrower shoulders and a smaller bust with defined hips, can enhance their shape with knee-length dresses, preferably in flowy chiffon, and neckline designs like cowl necks, V-necks, or round necks.
Triangular shapes, with broader shoulders and smaller hips, benefit from V-neck or boat neckline cover-ups to draw attention away from the shoulders. Choose silky fabrics and longer sleeves for a slimming effect.
Rectangular bodies, with straighter figures and average tummy, should go for cover-up styles that define the waist, like those with square, round, or V-necklines and crossover designs. Choose sleeves that reach the neckline, and consider sizing down for a better fit.
Baleaf's Best Beach Cover-Ups
In your next beach getaway, remember to pack any of these wonderful swimsuit cover-ups so that you stay sun-protected and fab in your water adventure.
Laureate Long Sleeve Sun Protection Coverup
Discover the hype surrounding the Laureate Long Sleeve Sun Protection Coverup, a top-selling item in the collection, your perfect long swimsuit cover-up. Customers rave about its exceptional quality, perfect fit, and convenient zipper opening at the bottom, making it a must-have beachwear essential.
UPF 50+ Hooded Jacket
Grab the UPF 50+ Hooded Jacket, a hooded swimsuit cover-up, crafted from 100% polyester for a relaxed fit with excellent sun protection, blocking 98% of UVA/UVB rays. With features like an adjustable hood for extra coverage, secure pockets, and unique styling details including long sleeves and a curved hem, it's the perfect combination of comfort, functionality, and style for your outdoor adventures.
Laureate UPF50+ Lightweight Sun Hoodie
Embrace your sunny escapades with the Laureate UPF50+ Lightweight Sun Hoodie, perfect not only for the beach but also for hikes. Customers praise its effectiveness in sun protection and its ability to maintain stable temperatures during outdoor activities, making it a versatile and essential piece for summer adventures.
UPF 50+ Tie-Up Short Jacket
For a versatile cover-up post-swim or after yoga or Pilates, go for the UPF 50+ Tie-Up Short Jacket, praised by owners for its lightweight feel and suitability for various activities, from studio sessions to outdoor runs, making it an essential piece for spring and summer.
UPF 50+ Short Buckled Jacket
Transition seamlessly from yoga to water adventures with the UPF 50+ Short Buckled Jacket, lauded by owners for its versatility and petite-friendly design, making it perfect for wearing over sleeveless dresses for added sun protection while remaining super lightweight.
UPF 50+ Quick-dry Cardigan
Unwind on the sandbar with a refreshing margarita in hand, donning the UPF 50+ Quick-dry Cardigan, adored by owners for its lightweight and soft feel, ideal for slightly cooler days or evenings, featuring sun protection built into its polyester fabric, perfect for sun-filled relaxation.
Love Your Sunny Dose of Vitamin Sea!
Soak up the sun's rays as the salty sea breeze tousles your hair, all while unwinding by the bay with your favorite cocktails, cocooned in the cozy protection of the best beach cover-ups from our Women's Swimming collection. Dive into pure relaxation and style with every beachside moment!