With summer quickly approaching, now’s the time to start planning and prepping your holiday and festival looks. While bikinis are an essential for your suitcase, it’s also important to know what to wear over them and how to create a cute bikini outfit that fits any occasion.
Luckily for you, we’ve created this go-to guide to bikini outfit ideas where we’ll provide our top five ideas on what to wear over a bikini. We’re talking cover-ups, beach dresses, and essential accessories that will fit the vibe for your holiday.
What to wear over a bikini
Packing for your holiday or festival can be a tricky task but we all know that bikinis are an absolute must. Often the most challenging aspect is planning the outfit to go over your bikini. Whether you’re heading to a festival or want to plan out your looks by the pool, we know the importance of having those cute bikini outfits mapped out.
Thankfully, our team of stylists here at EGO has put together the ultimate guide to bikini outfit ideas, so you don’t have to worry anymore.
Cover-ups
Let’s start with cover-ups. There’s nothing quite like chilling by the pool in a bikini. But sometimes you need something to chuck on in between dips in the water. Beach cover-ups are perfect for keeping it classy and cool, even when you’re feeling the heat. That makes them the number one addition to your packing list this summer.
Take our plunge neck open-back mini dress in pink crochet, for instance. This is the perfect example of a versatile, yet stylish, cover-up that will cover all bases. Whether you want to throw something on by the pool while you head to the bar or need something for the night time vibes, this is the kind of cover-up that you’ll want abroad this summer.
Beach dresses
Beach dresses make for the ideal way to create the cutest bikini outfit. Similar to cover-ups, they’re super simple to throw on and can take your swimwear look to the next level.
Our oversized ladder detail t-shirt dress is a great example of the kind of beach dress that will really come in handy when you’re abroad. With its oversized fit and ladder detail, this is the perfect dress for throwing on by the pool.
Women’s dresses can be multi-purpose, whether you want a dress for chilling on the balcony, for when you’re by the pool, or when you’re looking to level up a look for a night out.
Shorts
Sometimes, simplicity is everything and a shorts and t-shirt look can be the key to a cute bikini outfit. If you’re heading to a festival or beach party, and you just never know if you’ll need to be ready for an unplanned dip in the pool or sea, shorts and t-shirts may be your best friend abroad.
A pair of high-waisted shorts and a crop top make for a stylish fit over a bikini.
Skirts
Skirts are another option for those who want to dress up their bikini look.
Available in various lengths, from mini to maxi, they can be easily paired with a 3 piece bikini set to create a chilled look. A midi skirt is a great option if you want to cover your legs to protect yourself from those UV rays but still want to show off your bikini top. A maxi skirt, on the other hand, is perfect if you want a more flowy and relaxed look.
Accessories
Accessories can add an extra touch of style to your beach look.
From hats and sunglasses to jewellery and bags, ensuring you’ve packed and planned enough outfits for a cute bikini outfit is an absolute must.
A wide-brimmed hat, like our checkered bucket hat, can protect your face and add a touch of glamour to your outfit. Sunglasses are also essential because not only do they do the important stuff like protecting your eyes from the sun, but they can also complement your look perfectly.
Your jewellery essentials should include everything like necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. They should be used to add colour, texture, and a touch of glam to your outfit. A beach bag is also a must-have accessory, as it can hold all your essentials, including sun cream, towels, and water bottles. Because, let’s be honest, we all need our comfort water bottles when we’re abroad.
What to wear over a bikini
Here at EGO, we know there are sometimes too many options for what to wear over a bikini. So we hope our guide has helped ease the pain of mapping out your cute bikini outfits.
Cover-ups, beach dresses, shorts, skirts, and accessories can and should be used to create the perfect bikini outfit looks that work for any and all occasions. Whether you’re going to a beach party, festival, or simply jetting abroad for a summer hol, we’ve got you covered.
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