The hot summer is coming, I believe many of you are planning a beach vacation or a beach date, I've made a long list of some cute beach outfits that are must-have for your beach wardrobe. Let's find some inspirations for these stylish attires.
This isn't gonna be one of those "you MUST wear this" guides because... who am I to tell you what to wear, right? These are just things that've worked for me. Take what resonates, ignore what doesn't. You do you.

Okay so... full confession. I bought my first linen maxi dress because I saw someone wearing one at a beach bar and thought "wow, she looks so put together." Turns out, linen is kind of magic? It's one of those things where you're like, how is this both wrinkly AND marbella at the same time?

I used to think cover-ups were like... I dunno, something your mom made you wear. Then I realized they're basically the difference between "just got out of the water" and "I could grab lunch right now." Game changer.

 Here's my probably-too-honest take: the sheer ones are having a moment, and I'm here for it. They're like... mysterious? In a good way? You can see your swimsuit but it's not the whole story. Plus if you spill your piña colada on it, nobody really notices because it's already see-through. Win-win.

Random thoughts from my beach experiences:

•      Matching your cover-up to your bikini makes you look coordinated (even if you're not)

•      Knee-length is clutch for when you wanna walk into town without changing

•      They actually do protect from sun. Who knew functional could look good?

Look, I get it. Playsuits sound like something for toddlers. But stay with me here – they're literally one piece and you're done. No matching required, no "does this top go with these shorts" crisis at 8am when you're half-asleep.

I bought my first one kinda on a whim and now I probably own... five? Six? They're just easy, you know? And the off-shoulder ones make you look like you're in some romantic movie, even if you're just grabbing coffee.

Things I've noticed:

•      Off-shoulder = instant vacation vibes (also, tan lines, but whatever)

•      Crochet details are super in right now, if you're into that

•      Wide-leg versions don't make you feel like a stuffed sausage after lunch

•      Throw on some chunky jewelry and suddenly you look intentional

Can we talk about how loose linen shorts are basically socially acceptable pajama pants? Because they are. Loose, comfy, you can eat a massive brunch and still breathe... what's not to love? 

I wear these for pretty much everything that doesn't require actual pants. Morning coffee runs, bike rides, beach walks, casual dinners where nobody's judging. The secret is they look way more polished than they feel, which is the dream, right?

I'll be real with you – I thought kimonos were extra. Like, who needs that much fabric flowing around? But then I tried one and... okay fine, they're amazing. I was wrong. It happens. 

The thing is, you can literally throw a kimono over anything and it looks like you made an effort. Swimsuit? Kimono. Basic tee and shorts? Kimono. That dress you've worn three days in a row? Kimono makes it a whole new outfit. It's basically fashion magic.

Okay so tank tops aren't exactly groundbreaking, but can we appreciate how they just... work with everything? I pack like three white ones every trip because apparently I never learn that white + beach food = stains. But I keep doing it anyway.

They're kinda like the friend who's always there for you, you know? Not flashy, not trying to steal the spotlight, just reliably making your outfit work. Plus when it's stupid hot, you want as little fabric as possible while still being, like, presentable.

Ways I use them (probably not revolutionary):

•      Under literally anything sheer

•      With bright shorts when I'm feeling colorful

•      Over bikini tops because sometimes you just want a little more coverage

•      Solo for those romantic sunset walks (add big earrings to feel fancy)

The denim jacket is one of the magical outfits that suits to warmer weather to colder weather. When you feel cold, you can just as easily mix it with your beach outfits to keep you warm. I prefer to layer it up with dresses or casual plain t-shirt due to it's not only perfect for a beach date but also good for some common occasions.

I know, I know. Denim at the beach sounds wrong. I thought so too until that one night I was freezing my ass off at dinner and had to borrow my friend's hoodie. Not cute. Learned my lesson.

Here's the deal – beaches get cold at night. Like, shockingly cold sometimes. And a denim jacket is just... universally acceptable? You can wear it over a dress, over a tank top, whatever. Nobody questions it. It's the chameleon of jackets.

So I used to skip accessories because... I dunno, seemed like extra work? But then I saw my beach photos and realized I looked kinda... incomplete? Now I get it. Accessories are doing the heavy lifting.

Things I actually use (not just pack and forget):

•      Big sunglasses – Hide the fact that you stayed up too late, protect your eyes, look mysteriously cool. Trifecta.

•      Wide-brimmed hat – Prevents the lobster-face situation I had in 2019. Also makes you look like you summer in the Hamptons or something.

•      Straw bag – Fits everything. And I mean everything. Book, sunscreen, that seashell you picked up, random snacks...

•      Simple jewelry – Couple of necklaces, some hoops. Makes you look like you tried without actually trying.

I must prepare flip flops for a beach vacation. They are tiny, lightweight and less space occupied. You don’t need to worry about that your shoes will get wet by water, and needn't have been a bit afraid that your soles feel uncomfortable by stepping on hot sands, a pair of flip-flops can easily fix all the problems.

What makes them worth it:

•      Actual arch support (your feet will thank you)

•      Straps that don't randomly break when you're a mile from your hotel

•      Dry fast so you're not wearing wet shoes all day

•      Don't make that annoying squeaky sound with every step

Gonna be honest here – this one's totally up to you. I spent way too many years wearing bikinis because I thought I was "supposed to," even though I felt self-conscious the whole time. Then one day I was like... why am I doing this to myself?

Wear whatever makes YOU feel good. Seriously. Bikini, tankini, one-piece, mix-and-match, whatever. The best swimsuit is the one you forget you're wearing because you're too busy having fun. That's it. That's the secret.

For more inspirations, head over the How To Make Your Travel Comfy, Clothes That Keep You Cool In Hot Weather

Post by: Kaning