Swimsuit cover-ups are a summer essential and absolute staple in any holiday wardrobe, instantly taking you from sandy to styled. Alongside flipflops and sunnies, I always make sure to leave room for at least a few whenever I’m packing for a beachside summer getaway.
Luckily, the high street this season has loads of beach dresses that are easy to throw on and make you look like you haven’t just rolled off the beach (even if you definitely have). There’s everything from strappy dresses, to one-pieces with fluted sleeves in lightweight comfy materials.
So, whether it’s a stroll along a sandy beach or just looking for some more coverage beside the pool, I’ve curated some of this summer’s most beautiful and breathable
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