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WHY THIS WORKS
Thanks to its elastic bodice, you can pull this strapless cotton dress on over your swimsuit, roll it down into a skirt, or polish it up for evening with a belt and cardigan.

• Cardigan, Magaschoni, $160; at magaschoni.com.
• Dress, Threads 4 Thought, $48; visit nordstrom.com for stores.
• Belt, Martine Wester, $175; call 800-423-6335.
• Earrings, Ann Taylor Loft, $29; visit anntaylorloft.com for stores.
• Sandals, Alexander Birman, $295; call 215-735-2666.
• Bag, French Connection, $60; at frenchconnection.com.
• Sunglasses, Liz Claiborne, $36; visit macys.com for stores.