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Morgan Schimminger

Swimsuit Coverups You'll Want to Wear Even When You Have No Plans to Visit a Body of Water

Because your coverup should be as dynamic as your swimsuit. (Credit: Courtesy of Anthropologie)

As liberal as we've become regarding our wardrobes — no pants, bra tops, sheer skirts and the like — we're still not comfortable rocking our swimsuits everywhere on dry land. Most restaurants still proclaim no shirt, no shoes, no service, which we're pretty sure rules out sporting a bikini to dinner. This is where swimsuit coverups save the day and fortunately, the selection just keeps getting better and better.

You've got your go-to sarongs and pareos, but those aren't your only options. There's a fantastic array of easy-breezy tunics and caftans that really up the ante on any one-piece or bikini. Then you have your more out-of-the-box possibilities. Like slightly see-through shorts sets from brands like Tory Burch and PQ Swim. Or go with J.Crew's eyelet skirt combo. Speaking of skirts, if your swimsuit has a striking top, flaunt it by pairing it with a cool midi or mini version. Feeling daring? Pick up Magda Butrym's draped swim skirt.

Ready to complete your swimwear looks? Then keep scrolling to shop this season's best swimsuit coverups you can wear almost anywhere.

Themis Z

Themis Z Leucothea Flocked Cotton-Jersey Mini Dress, $390 at Net-a-Porter

Tory Buch

Tory Buch Twill Camp Short, $298 at Tory Burch

Magda Butrym

Magda Butrym Asymmetrical Draped Swim Skirt in Navy, $380 at Magda Butrym

BAOBAB

BAOBAB Lulu Shirt, $220 at Shopbop

Peixoto

Peixoto Evy Linen Blend Sheer Pants, $88 at Anthropologie

PatBO

PatBO Paradise Land Beach Skirt, $325 at Bergdorf Goodman

Versace

Versace Medusa Cotton-Silk Voile Cover-Up Swim Shorts, $675 at Saks

Norma Kamali

Norma Kamali Off Shoulder Raglan Top, $250 at Shopbop

Banana Republic

Banana Republic Pull-On Wide-Leg Matte Silk Pant, $180 at Banana Republic

Anna Kosturova

Anna Kosturova Crochet Cotton Polo Dress, $305 at Mytheresa

FARM Rio

FARM Rio Paradise Short-Sleeve Romper, $138.60 at Anthropologie

J.Crew

J.Crew Tie-Front Eyelet Top in Ramie in Calm Blue ($89.50) and Eyelet Slip Skirt in Ramie in Calm Blue ($59.50) at J.Crew

Melissa Odabash

Melissa Odabash Trixie Cotton and Linen-Blend Tunic, $189 at Net-a-Porter

Jade Swim

Jade Swim Striped Miniskirt, $170 at Mytheresa

BODE

BODE Cattail Plaid Kaftan, $850 at FWRD

Zara

Zara Floral Print Sarong in Sea Green, $49.90 at Zara

J.Crew

J.Crew Airy Gauze Beach Pant in Red Arroyo, $39.50 at J.Crew

Magda Butrym

Magda Butrym Long Sleeve Crepe Beach Mini Dress in Cream, $1,105 at Magda Butrym

Tory Burch

Tory Burch Terry Tank Top in Bold Pink ($228) and Terry Jacquard Logo Short in Bold Pink ($298) at Tory Burch

Oséree

Oséree Lumière Lamé Kaftan, $365 at Mytheresa

Pucci

Pucci Oversized Printed Cotton-Muslin Shirt, $1,025 at Net-a-Porter

Jean Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier Red & Blue The Red Squeletor Cover-Up Skirt, $211 at SSENSE

Staud

Staud Breeze Top ($145) and Marza Pants ($245) at Shopbop

Celandine

Celandine Palm Cutout Mini Kaftan, $158 at Anthropologie

MISA Los Angeles

MISA Los Angeles Elam Short, $195 at Revolve

Johanna Ortiz

Johanna Ortiz Keel Embellished Ribbed Stretch Recycled-Jersey Maxi Skirt, $467 at Net-a-Porter

Seven Wonders

Seven Wonders Ziggy Pants, $112 at Shopbop

Etro

Etro Printed Cotton-Blend Tunic, $1,000 at Mytheresa

Cala de la Cruz

Cala de la Cruz Chloe Linen Mini Skirt, $305 at Anthropologie

FARM Rio

FARM Rio Fringed Striped Crocheted Cotton Midi Skirt, $220 at Net-a-Porter

Celandine

Celandine Sheer Fringe Cover-Up Midi Dress, $128 at Anthropologie

PQ Swim

PQ Swim Blake Button Top ($100) and Drew Shorts ($88) at Shopbop

lemlem

lemlem Leila Striped Cotton-Blend Coverup, $425 at Net-a-Porter

Cala de la Cruz

Cala de la Cruz Loura Mini Dress, $495 at Shopbop

Ulla Johnson

Ulla Johnson Estelle Tiger-Print Cotton-Blend Voile Kaftan, $450 at Net-a-Porter

Zimmermann

Zimmermann Rhiannon Towel Mini Dress, $450 at Shopbop

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