Summer Beach Cover-Up Options

Summer Beach Cover-Up Options

By Jennifer Delrue

You don't have to love the beach to take advantage of the many different beach cover-up options within the women's casual wear industry today. Summer is all about feeling comfortable and looking great and designers like Elan International have accomplished this perfect balance for you. In the past, the only real beach cover-up we had to choose from was the sarong in a few different colors. Today the fashion designers have upped the ante and provided us with nearly half a dozen different cover-ups that can be worn to the beach and worn on their own as well. No one wants to have to spend the money on a piece of clothing that can only be worn on the beach; we want versatility!

With versatility in mind, we would like to start this article by discussing the power of the summer dress. No matter which style you are partial to a great summer dress can easily double as a beach cover-up. For example, the halter dress has been a summer favourite for decades and the same is true today. As you know this dress can be worn on its own as casual wear, it can be dressed up for evening wear and worn as a beach cover up. This incredible versatility makes it a great investment! The recent tube dress craze has altered the beach cover up world as well. Although this is a tight fitting dress it can still be worn as a cover-up as well as a dress on its own.

By going into your closet right now you likely have at least one tunic in there. You can barely walk into a fashion boutique today without seeing a tunic in one form or another and this is not only true for winter trends but spring and summer as well. Some of the summer trends in terms of tunics include sheer materials and bright and bold colors. Sheer is definitely the best and most popular option for a beach cover-up but don't worry you can still wear this fashion top away from the beach. Sheer tops can easily be layered with different tank tops and bandos in order to keep you covered while still maintaining the sexy appeal of the sheer material. If you are not comfortable with this much skin showing you can most definitely layer a sheer tunic with a tunic t-shirt for maximum coverage and maximum fashion.

The jumper trend brought back from within fashion history is great beach wear and a sexy day or night ensemble as well. Jumpers come in a number of different fabrics and colors and they literally suit any body type. Floral patterns are at the top of the list in terms of this fashion style but neutral and solid jumpers can also be a great choice. A jumper can easily be put on and taken off at the beach and this is exactly what you're looking for in terms of covering up at the beach.

Now that you are up to date on the latest beach cover-ups head out and freshen up your look!

Are you wondering what fashions and trends are coming up for spring 2011? J.Delrue is the fashion blogger who can help you with this. Whether you're interested in dresses for women or a beach cover-up, she knows what's hot and what's not this year!

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Women's Swimwear - Swimsuit Styles 2011

Women's Swimwear - Swimsuit Styles 2011

By Angela Goldstein-Meyer

Summer time is almost here! With summer comes wonderful days and nights on the thousands of great lakes, rivers, and beaches across the country. Finding the perfect bathing suit best fitted for your body type as well as your personality is one of the greatest things about this season! With so many options available, it can become frustrating while searching for that 'made just for me' feel. Covering the "must know" about this swimsuit season should help make shopping easier and even more fun. Get ready for a fabulous summer of soaking up the sun.

A bikini set is a classic type of two piece. It's a great swimsuit choice to reveal a daring, sexy, stylish 'you'. The best bikinis are made with high quality Lycra and are as unique as the buyer. Bikinis tops cover the breasts and usually have ties around the neck and/or back. Different tops offer several types of support. Bikini tops can be bought to add padding, a lifting effect, or back support. The bottoms generally have strings or string ties on the hips and have just enough cover to 'wow' other fun in the sun lovers. The bottoms also can add great support or minimizing effects for the rear. These can also be worn under cover ups for a lounging day by the water.

Another fun swimsuit is a tankini set. This type of swimsuit was introduced in the 1990's and is widely popular for that bikini feel with more coverage. This, also, is a two piece that has mid to complete stomach coverage. The top can be made strapless, with one strap, two straps, or criss crossed. There are so many options for these swimsuits, its impossible to cover them all. The top, very similar to a tank top, can be designed with tummy control, minimizing features, chest padding, lifting, and back support as well. The bottoms are simple while offering full coverage and holding true to a modern, but sexy appeal.

The classic one piece swim suit was first showcased in the 1920's. Although there have been many stylistic changes to this modest, yet alluring piece, it has stood the test of time. These swimsuits come in every color, and pattern known. They also can be purchased with enhancing features, tummy control, back support, minimizing features, and even with attached skirts to accent the waist and add coverage for the hips. In addition to having this classic swimsuit piece, it is easily paired with different colors, cover ups, skirts, hats, or shoes to give a different look for each time worn.

Swimsuit cover ups are a necessity for every swimsuit set. In past decades, they have been seemingly bulky and unflattering. Now, cover ups have taken a wonderfully drastic turn. These little necessities come in all styles. Full body, hip cover, drawstring, tunic and more. Styles include sheer, full halter dress style, or flowing sheer body cover. They also are made sleeveless, three-quarter length sleeve, long sleeve flair and short-sleeved. The wide options and variety allow for a cute cover up to be worn while enjoying a meal at a beach/lake front restaurant without feeling 'improperly dressed."

Whether heading to the lake, the river, the beach, or just a day at the pool, swimsuits are great little necessities of life. According to personality, style, and preference, any swimsuit can be made into a breathtaking experience. Cover ups are just accessories to glorious, fun-filled summer days. Find a suit that reveals the inner you and enjoy. Express yourself!

For discounted swimsuits and swim apparel be sure to visit the Women's Clothing Store online.

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