To go from swim to shore in a blink, forget copying the catwalk.
Shake up your summer style instead, by using these real-life dress-up ideas as beach-to-date outfit inspo.
Slip into Something Slinky
For a night of salsa dancing, wave goodbye to your plain white tee and short-shorts; and say hello to an asymmetrical cotton black dress.
This indispensable wardrobe staple does double duty to cover your swimwear and act as a flirty and feminine frock. Since your black dress is understated, swipe on a bold red lip and two coats of black mascara.
Add a Little Glitz to the Mix
It’s true: A sexy bikini or fashionable one-piece is a stylish summer showstopper on its own. But a floaty rayon or silk dress transforms your swimwear into something chic and subtly sexy.
To go from poolside to dinner, slip your feet into strappy leather slip-ons; drape your neck in a silver pendant necklace, and then coat your lips with a complementary pink or coral sherbet-y hue.
Nautical Know-How
Nothing says summer like a classic red-and-white striped bateau-neck tee paired with white shorts.
For a summer picnic at your neighborhood park — or an afternoon jaunt on a fancy-schmancy yacht — anchor these maritime solids with a gold pendant necklace and red and blue bangles. Tie everything together with blue or red espadrilles and a cream canvas tote.
Maximize Your Maxi Dress
Whether you are lunching poolside or hitting the movies after an afternoon swim, A long, gauzy maxi dress always looks chic as a topper.
In a tropical locale, wear bright or floral patterns for total femme fatale chicness. Or, for a rooftop brunch date in the city, default to a sophisticated white or black rayon spaghetti strapped dress – which will always look fresh.
Take a Walk on the Wild Side
For a daytime walk along the Santa Monica Pier, or a nighttime stroll along Collins Avenue in Miami, layer a pair of denim overall shorts over a hot pink or yellow neon bikini.
To add an edgy vibe, accent your denim and neon combo with an embossed leather clutch, a multi-colored statement necklace and a pair of suede, nude-colored wedges.
So Long, Sarong
No, tying a sarong over your one-piece won’t gain you any first date style points. For an unexpected ocean-to-shore outfit, a floral romper is the perfect pareo alternative.
For a lunch date, choose a short length that’ll cover your bottom, but won’t cling to your legs. Add a hint of glam to this outfit with a pair of sky-high sandals and oversized tortoise-shell sunnies.
Cover-Up with With a Classic
You do own a pair of denim cutoff shorts, right?
Sure, they’re super cozy and comfy, but you can give your Daisy Dukes more polish by teaming them with a long-sleeved, long-sleeved black fringed top, a pair of dark strappy flats and a cross-body crossbody bag.
To avoid looking beach-bound, team your denim and fringe with silver bangles on your wrist and a dramatic lip and eye look.
Resources
- The Zoe Report: How to Be a Brazilian Bombshell
- StyleCaster: 10 Swimsuit Cover-Ups That’ll Look Stylish off The the BeachLauren Messiah: How to Create a Beach-to-Street Look Outfit
- Who What Wear: 7 Cute Looks to Take You from From the Beach to Happy Hour
- Fashionising: From the beach Beach to the street: Street — 11 outfit ideas