10 Creative Cover-Ups

By Instyle
Updated May 23, 2011 @ 11:45 am
Derek Shook/Splash News, Courtesy Rebel Yell

10 Creative Cover-Ups

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Sexy Tunic

GSI Media, Courtesy Anya Hindmarch

A deep-plunging neckline and chic three-quarter sleeves give this tunic versatile appeal—wear it on the beach, like Halle Berry, or over skinny jeans for a night out.

Cotton kaftan, Anya Hindmarch, $288.75;

my-wardrobe.com.

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Maxi Kaftan

Christopher Polk/Wireimage, Courtesy Lotta Stensson

Go for all-out boho glam in a printed maxi, a la Kate Hudson. The light-as-air fabric channels Brigitte Bardot’s Saint Tropez style.

Silk dress, Lotta Stensson, $290;

net-a-porter.com.

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Classic Tunic

Splash News, Courtesy Boden

Show off toned legs in this sweet and classic cover-up. Take a cue from Jennifer Garner and choose a crisp white style that exudes effortless charm.

Linen and cotton tunic, Boden, $88;

bodenusa.com.

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Denim Skirt

Seth Browarnik/startraksphoto.com, Courtesy J.Crew

A classic denim skirt offers nonchalant style and coverage for summer’s teeny bikinis. Angie Harmon accented her color-bright purple bikini with a distressed, raw-edged style.

Cotton skirt, J. Crew, $176;

jcrew.com.

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Neon Kaftan

Derek Shook/Splash News, Courtesy Mara Hoffman

Turn heads, and show off your killer tan, in on-trend neon. Busy Phillips chose this sheer and billowy number by Mara Hoffman to reveal a sexy hint of skin.

Silk kaftan, Mara Hoffman, $310;

net-a-porter.com.

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Printed Tunic

Clasos.com/Splash News, Courtesy J.Crew

The vibrant print of this lightweight tunic turns a basic black bikini into a seaside statement. Cindy Crawford's long-sleeved style keeps her skin stylishly protected from the sun.

Cotton tunic, J. Crew, $55;

jcrew.com.

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White Maxi Dress

Splash News, Courtesy TopShop

Nothing says summer like a classic white dress. Courteney Cox showed off her easy and elegant poolside style in a semi-sheer cotton maxi.

Viscose dress, Topshop, $50;

topshop.com.

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Strapless Dress

Splash News, Courtesy Juicy

Instead of a classic sarong, try a strapless dress that can go from pool to party in an instant. A printed look like Kristin Davis' feels elegant and effortless.

Cotton dress, Juicy Couture, $260;

stylebop.com.

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Short-Shorts

Islandpaps/Splash News, Courtesy Old Navy

Let your hard-earned bikini body shine in a pair of barely-there shorts. Gwyneth Paltrow pulls together a chic monochromatic look with a simple bandeau top and low-slung shorts.

Cotton shorts, Old Navy, $12.50;

oldnavy.com.

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Oversize T-Shirt

Derek Shook/Splash News, Courtesy Rebel Yell

Channel surfer-girl style in an oversize printed T-shirt. For a playful touch, Vanessa Hudgens added a playful touch to her red two-piece with a vintage-style off-the-shoulder tee.

Cotton t-shirt, Rebel Yell, $57;

blacklabelboutique.com.

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