You’ve picked a destination, you’ve planned the perfect beach vacation and you’ve bought the tickets, but now just one thing remains… packing the suitcase!
Party outfits and family outings are simple enough to plan, but you need to know the best beach outfits to take with you on vacation.
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for some tips and advice on what to wear to the beach!
5 of the Best Beach Outfits and Accessories
Dressing for the beach isn’t complicated. If you want to look fabulous, all you need are a few basic outfits and accessories!
1. Lacy Swimsuit Coverup
Although a cute swimsuit itself is perfect beach style, sometimes you just want to throw on a little something extra over top of it.
Whether it’s because you need to add a smidge of modesty to your outfit, or you just want to show off some extra style, there are times where you will want a swimsuit coverup. Nothing screams effortless style more than a lacy, kimono-style swimsuit cover-up!
Whether you’re at the beach, poolside at your hotel, or running into the convenience store on your way to the beach, you need a lacy coverup! Black adds a touch of elegance to any swimsuit, but cream is also a stylish color.
Of course, with any coverup that’s sheer and lacy, you’ll need to make sure you put on plenty of sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun’s rays.
Speaking of sun protection…
2. Big Sun Hats
A big, wide-brimmed, floppy sun hat is the perfect addition to any beach fashion. Not only will the big hat help to protect your face from the sun, but it will also add a touch of classic, timeless style to your beachy look.
If you’re looking for something basic that goes with any of your beach outfits, then tan or cream-colored hats are the way to go.
However, a big hat can also be a great way to make a bold statement by choosing bright colors or patterns!
If possible, look for a hat that ties underneath the chin — this will help to keep it on your head when those beach breezes blow.
3. Stylish Shades
A suitcase full of cute beach outfits still wouldn’t be complete without the right sunglasses. Celebrities at the beach aren’t the only people who need to wear sunglasses.
Not only are sunglasses a fashion statement, they also offer important sun protection for your eyes.
Aviators will always add a timeless look to your beach fashion. If you’re feeling sassy, a cute cat-eye shape or some sparkly rhinestones may be just what you need.
4. Flowy Dresses
What makes for the best beachy dresses, you ask? Look for something flowy, floral, bright, and comfy.
A flowy dress can easily be slipped on over top of a swimsuit, and a loosely-fitting dress can even give you space to change out of the swimsuit if there are no private places available for changing.
5. Denim Shorts and Button-Up Blouse
If flowy dresses aren’t your style, then a pair of denim cutoffs will give you a classic, casual summer style. A lightweight button-up top gives you flexibility — leave it unbuttoned to show off your swimsuit top, or button up if you need more modesty after leaving the beach.
Still Need More Inspiration?
A quick Pinterest search for beach outfits is a great way to find endless inspiration and style ideas for a variety of fashion tastes and budgets. Just don’t get so lost in the vortex of beautiful styles that you forget to take your own vacation!
Now Soak up the Sun!
Now that you’ve got a suitcase full of great beach outfits, you’re ready to go out and soak up the sun on a fantastic beach vacation!
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