You’ll feel so good in this beautiful beach cover up—and it’s only $22 on Amazon
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There are a couple of things that can transform your summer: A neighbor with a great pool, homegrown tomatoes unharmed by critters, and, we would argue, a great beach look. We’re not talking itsy-bitsy bikini, we’re talking something you can toss on and feel confident in, without thinking about it. Something that makes you feel pretty, doesn’t overexpose you, and gives you that sense of easy, breezy summer, even when life is…well, not so easy.
Problem is, finding such a garment at a reasonable price is a challenge. Sure, if you’re willing to shell out three figures, you can score a flattering cover up. But here on planet earth, we believe clothing that’s going to be exposed to sunscreen, salt, and chlorine should be low-priced and washable. That’s why we were so excited to discover this $22 bat-wing style Basic Model Chiffon Cover Up on Amazon. But there’s more: Rave reviewers went nuts for the versatility of this piece. And you know how we feel about multi-function fashion (goosebumps).
Flattering on every shape
The Basic Model Chiffon Coverup is a miracle of cut and color. Every design choice works to flatter the body. There are four variations on cut. If you love your legs and want to show them off, opt for the midi length. If you’re sun-averse, the maxi will give you more coverage. No matter the version, the shape is graceful and easy.
“It's loose but not too loose and comes down to the middle of my thigh and covers all my jiggly bits,” writes a pleasantly surprised reviewer. “The sleeves are a great length too. They cover the parts of my arm that no one should have to see. The belt gives you a shape and makes it wearable for a large variety of sizes.”
“I usually wear a medium or a large in shirts and dresses and this cover-up is quite roomy on me. The drawstring in the middle can be pulled tighter at the waist to give the cover-up a more feminine, flattering shape,” writes a five-star reviewer.
Palette-wise and pattern-wise you can find your match easily, whether you lean toward bold ethnic designs or pastel florals. There are 17 different prints, so your big problem will be choosing only one. With maxi and midi lengths and pullover or open-front options, you may in fact need to snag a couple.
Versatile enough for the pool or for dressing up
We love any multi-use fashion item. It saves money, saves space in the dresser, and just makes you feel like you’re outsmarting the wardrobe gods. Shoppers gushed over the street-wearability of this pretty piece.
“This floral print chiffon cardigan is advertised as a beach coverup but I wore it to a party, over a thin strapped black shell and a pair of skinny jeans. It looked great and I got lots of compliments. Because it’s sheer it felt cool, even on a hot day,” writes a happy shopper. “It falls at mid thigh and covers up a multitude of sins, like any flab around my waist that was visible through the fitted shell underneath. It’s also a perfect length to hide excess weight around the butt or thighs. It’s see-through, but not very. It would also be a great beach coverup over a swimsuit, but I doubt I’ll ever wear it like that….”
Just the right amount of sheerness
This cover up gets so much right: “The fabric is thin so that it easily dries, but is not too sheer so as to be totally see-through or fail to protect from the sun,” writes a five-star reviewer.
Others agree: “I love going to the beach to relax. However, I am sometimes not so confident about my body,” another reviewer writes. “This is great when you want to show off but still want to cover your body.”
Like we said, summer-transforming enjoyment comes down to feeling your best while enjoying the sun, surf, and pool. This cover up makes it easy to relax your brain and focus on what matters—that float in the middle of the pool that’s calling your name. Happy August!
he reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publishing.
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