Fresh Ways to Cover Up

By InStyle.com
Updated Sep 11, 2012 @ 1:57 pm
Fresh Ways to Cover Up
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Fresh Ways to Cover Up

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The beach is about so much more than bikinis: A stylish cover-up is key! What to wear? Take a tip from some of the chicest girls of summer, including Heidi Klum, Taylor Swift and Rihanna, and think outside the box this season.
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Crocheted Mini

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Let your bright suit stand out! A peek-a-boo knit topper like Miranda Kerr or Rihanna's allows colorful swimwear to really pop.

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Crocheted tunic, Milly, $265; net-a-porter.com.
Nylon and spandex one-piece, American Eagle, $40; ae.com.
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Plunging Tunic

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Paula Patton and Reese Witherspoon gave this traditional shape a bold look with eye-catching prints and a deep V-neck.

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Cotton tunic, Tory Burch, $295; net-a-porter.com.

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Feminine Sundress

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We love a piece that does double-duty. Opt for ladylike touches like Taylor Swift's retro silhouette or Olivia Palermo's pretty bow, to master this flirty look.
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Cotton dress, Oasis, $60; oasis-stores.com.

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Billowy Romper

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Sportier options like Stacy Keibler's roomy style or Kate Moss's full-length version are perfect for transitioning on and off the sand.

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Cotton romper, Naelie, $265; barneys.com.
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Boho Maxidress

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Whether bright like Vanessa Hudgens's or subdued like Heidi Klum's these floor-grazing styles stand out while keeping legs under cover.

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Viscose maxidress, Topshop, $70; at Topshop.

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Colorful Sarong

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This exotic design is relaxed in more ways than one! Knot your wrap wherever you want to cover up—whether it's around your chest, stomach or waist like Molly Sims and Olivia Munn.
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Polyester sarong, H&M, $13; hm.com for stores.
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