The 20 Best Swim Coverups of 2024 for Your Bachelorette and Honeymoon

Robes, sarongs, button-ups, and mini dresses—there’s something for everyone.

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Between your bachelorette and your honeymoon, you’re bound to have many wedding-related occasions to break out some gorgeous swimwear (white or otherwise). While a swim coverup isn’t a necessity, it’s definitely a great piece to add to your waterside wardrobe for pulling on when you need a little more coverage, or for quickly transitioning to your next activity after a dip in the ocean.

These days, swim coverups come in all shapes and sizes— from classic sarongs to romantic robes, and from breezy button-ups to crochet mini dresses—so you’ll definitely be able to find the perfect piece for your bachelorette festivities and honeymoon. To help you in your search, we scoured the internet for some of the most beautiful swim coverups out there, and spoke to some very plugged-in style experts for their insight.

Keep reading for the best swim coverups for your bachelorette, honeymoon, and beyond.

Best for a Bachelorette

PQ Noah Tunic

PQ Noah Tunic

Revolve

Your bachelorette is the moment to really celebrate your bride-to-be status by going all out on the white clothing—and that includes swim coverups. “Lace is a beautiful detail to incorporate into your swim and vacation wear after your nuptials,” says stylist Tara West. “This tunic by PQ is a fantastic coverup option, as it emulates a wedding dress look with lace details.” Because it’s short and fun, it’s the perfect pick for a celebration with your friends.

Price starting at: $144

Size Range: XS-L | Materials: Polyamide | Colors: Water Lily

Best for Bridesmaids

BridesmaidsHouse Bridesmaid Coverup

Etsy BridesmaidsHouse Bridesmaid Coverup

Etsy

Matching t-shirts or hats are a fun choice for your bridal party on a bachelorette, but have you considered matching coverups? These personalizable ones from Etsy are incredibly cute, and can be inscribed with everyone’s name on the front and their role in the wedding on the back. Plus, they come in six color options to fit right in with your bach’s unique vibe.

Price starting at: $48

Size Range: Regular and Plus | Colors: 6

Best Budget

Cupshe Twisted High Waist Maxi Cover-Up Sarong

Cupshe Twisted High Waist Maxi Cover-Up Sarong

Cupshe

When you’re already paying for all sorts of wedding-related expenses, you understandably might not have a huge budget allocated for swim coverups for your bachelorette and honeymoon. If that sounds like you, Cupshe has got you covered (pun intended). This maxi sarong with a sexy leg slit comes in three gorgeous colorways, and is effortless and beautifully mermaid-like. It's a great choice for wearing to happy hour or strolling around a local market.

Price starting at: $18

Size Range: S-XL | Materials: Rayon, Polyester | Colors: White, Green, Burnt Orange

Best Splurge

Caroline Constas Amelie Coverup

Caroline Constas Amelie Coverup

Caroline Constas

We love an investment piece like this one—brides will get a ton of use out of it, even after the festivities are over. “This crochet coverup will make you feel like the ultimate beach bride,” says Choi. “I love this for a bachelorette.” And if you decide to pack this for your honeymoon, it’s also a great excuse to wear another wedding dress-like garment if you’re already having withdrawals from your big-day gown.

Price starting at: $595

Size Range: XXS-XL | Materials: Pima Mercerized Cotton | Colors: White

Best Plus-Size

Skims Swim Sarong Skirt

SKIMS Swim Sarong Skirt

SKIMS

SKIMS is such a wonderful destination for size-inclusive clothing—whether that’s loungewear, underwear or swimwear, including swim coverups. This simple knotted ankle-length sarong comes in some of the brand’s signature neutrals, as well as stunning limited edition colors like light pink and neon green, meaning there’s absolutely something for every bride here. With 24 percent spandex, this sarong is super stretchy and comfortable, too.

Price starting at: $78

Size Range: XXS-4X | Materials: Recycled Nylon, Spandex | Colors: 9

Best Short Dress

ViX Tracy Short Cover Up

ViX Tracy Short Cover Up

ViX

“For brides looking to broaden their honeymoon style, incorporate some coverup pieces with jewel tones or fun and bright-colored prints that work as both a coverup and a wearable piece,” suggests West. Available in a deep blue and a sunny orange, this cutout piece is perfect for throwing on over a bikini for a casual beachside lunch, or for popping up to your hotel room to grab something.

Price starting at: $188

Size Range: XS-L | Materials: Lycra | Colors: Lazuli, Mandarin

Best Maxi

Free People Maxi Dress

Free People Santa Maria Maxi Dress

Free People

A floaty, beachy maxi dress makes a perfect swim coverup, and what better place than Free People to shop for yours? The brand is known for its easygoing, boho-style pieces, and this dress is no exception. With a tiered skirt, lace details and cutouts, it’s both casual enough for throwing on for the beach, and dressy enough to be totally appropriate for a romantic honeymoon dinner. With 23 colors to choose from, we wouldn’t blame you if you splurged on more than one.

Price starting at: $128

Size Range: XS-XL | Materials: Rayon | Colors: 23

Best Robe Style

Lilly Pulitzer Adela Maxi Cover-Up

Lilly Pulitzer Adela Maxi Cover-Up

Lilly Pulitzer

If you’re looking to go full bridal with your poolside looks, you can’t go wrong with this stunning white lacy number from Lilly Pulitzer—a brand that screams summer at its core. “This Lilly Pulitzer Adela coverup is a full-length option with a tie waist that looks elegant but comfortable,” says West. Worn barefoot or with a pair of slides, this is an easy-peasy way to embrace sophistication while relaxing on your special vacation.

Price starting at: $178

Size Range: XXS-XL | Materials: Polyester | Colors: Resort White Paradise Found Lace

Best Shirt

Lulus Pacific Tides White Striped Button-Up Swim Cover-Up Top

Lulus Pacific Tides White Striped Button-Up Swim Cover-Up Top

Lulus

At their best, swim coverups make a chic fashion statement while requiring almost no effort on your part. You guessed it: This white button-up style from Lulus does both, and we simply had to include it on our list of favorite coverups. Made from breathable rayon and linen, this stunning piece floats breezily over your swimsuit, landing at mid-thigh. Pairs beautifully with sandals for a quick trip up to the bar for a refill on your daiquiri.

Price starting at: $49

Size Range: XS-XL | Materials: Rayon, Linen | Colors: White

Best Two-Piece

Jade Swim Mika Top and Mika Pant

Jade Swim Mika Top and Mika Pant

Jade Swim

We’re super into the idea of making an outfit out of your swim coverup, and that’s exactly what you get to do with this sheer, sunshine-ready set. “I love Jade's Mika top and pant combo in the seafoam green color to layer over a white bathing suit,” says stylist Anny Choi. “Sometimes doing a white cover up on top of a white bathing suit could end up looking flat, and this is a chic way to add a pop of color to your all white wardrobe!” With that in mind, the white version would beautifully complement a neutral-toned suit, while we’re also smitten with the aptly named “Soleil” color.

Price starting at: $180 and $180

Size Range: S-XL | Materials: Nylon, Lycra Spandex | Colors: Soleil, Aloe, Onyx, White, Tide

Best Pull-On

Devon Windsor Bea Cover Up

Revolve Devon Windsor Bea Cover Up

Revolve

Summer is synonymous with the ice cream on a stick of happy childhood memories, and supermodel Devon Windsor knows it. That’s why her eponymous swimwear line has created this swirly orange and white pull-on number. “This strapless creamsicle Bea coverup by Devon Windsor is perfect and easy to transition into for your daytime activities,” explains West, adding that you can just as easily wear it out in the evening, too. “Just add a heel or a wedge sandal,” the expert says.

Price starting at: $155

Size Range: XS-XL | Materials: Nylon, Spandex | Colors: Creamsicle

Best Sarong

Lulus Sunny Horizons Ombre Sarong Swim Cover-Up

Lulus Sunny Horizons Ombre Sarong Swim Cover-Up

Lulus

Speaking of childhood memories, the millennials among us are sure to remember “swim coverup” simply meaning “sarong” while we were growing up. This pick from Lulus comes with no frills but everything you could ask for in a sarong. Available in orange or green ombré prints, it’s made from breathable, semi-sheer viscose, and wraps easily around your waist to give you the extra coverage you’re looking for.

Price starting at: $22

Size Range: One-Size | Materials: Viscose | Colors: Orange, Green

Best Crochet

ANRABESS Women Swimsuit Crochet Swim Cover Up

ANRABESS Women Swimsuit Crochet Swim Cover Up

Amazon

You can always count on Amazon to carry clothing in an unbelievable number of colorways, and fans of a crochet coverup won’t be disappointed with this one. You can’t go wrong with the bridal white, but we’re also partial to the sunshine yellow, sky blue, and dusty pink for your honeymoon look. This simple beach dress features long, flowy sleeves and a mid-thigh length, and will look fantastic over any and all swimwear.

Price starting at: $33

Size Range: S-XL | Materials: Acrylic | Colors: 19

Best Jumpsuit

Swimsuits for All Eloise Overall Jumpsuit

Swimsuits for All Eloise Overall Jumpsuit

Swimsuits for All

A jumpsuit is a more playful option for brides to wear over their swimsuit, and this one from the amazing Swimsuits for All is the perfect way to show off your personality on your honeymoon. Available in bright blue and pink or a more subdued black, like with everything else from this brand, it comes in sizes up to a 24—which will always score points in our book.

Price starting at: $57

Size Range: 6-24 | Materials: Polyester, Spandex | Colors: Beautiful Blue, Beach Rose, Black

Best Patterned

Bananhot Long Cover Up

Revolve Bananhot Long Cover Up

Revolve

Brides heading on a tropical honeymoon could definitely use a swim coverup that reflects the sun-drenched environment. West recommends this long coverup by Bananhot, which features a faux robe-style front closure for easy on and off. “I love the multicolored print to drape over a bright orange bikini or cut-out one-piece,” the expert says. Between the print, the flowy chiffon fabric and the bell-cuff sleeves, we have to admit that we love it just as much as West does.

Price starting at: $260

Size Range: XS-L | Materials: Polyester | Colors: Waves

Best Skirt

Summersalt The Short Beach to Brunch Wrap Skirt

Summersalt The Short Beach to Brunch Wrap Skirt

Summersalt

A skirt coverup makes a lovely and unexpected alternative to a classic sarong style, and Summersalt does it to perfection. Available in up to a size 2X, this wrap skater skirt makes a super fun addition to your honeymoon wardrobe. Choose from color-blocked blue and green or red and fuchsia, or opt for an adorable leopard print or polka dot version instead.

Price starting at: $65

Size Range: XS-2X | Materials: Polyester | Colors: Seaglass & Seaweed, Lava & Hibiscus, Multicolor Leopard, Square Dot in Flamingo & Hibiscus

Best Shorts

Show Me Your Mumu Hendrix Shorts

Show Me Your Mumu Hendrix Shorts

Show Me Your Mumu

While you absolutely can slip into your regular denim cutoffs after swimming, we’re partial to a more beach-specific pair like these from Show Me Your Mumu. Made from lightweight cotton gauze, they’re designed to easily slide on over your bikini and beautifully complement your look. The white ones are the obvious (but positively stunning) choice here, but the brand also offers beautiful summery prints, as well as bright color options.

Price starting at: $88

Size Range: XS-XXL | Materials: Cotton Gauze | Colors: 7

Best for Swimming

Summersalt The Classic Pool Skirt

Summersalt The Classic Pool Skirt

Summersalt

For brides who like a little extra coverage while in the water as well as on dry land, this pool skirt will meet all of your coverup needs. Made from the same fabric as a swimsuit, you can easily swim in this skirt if you like, and it will dry off quickly, too, meaning you can jump out of the water and head to your next meal or activity without changing. Available in black, seaweed green and bright red to match any mood.

Price starting at: $65

Size Range: XS-2X | Materials: Polyamide, Elastane | Colors: Sea Urchin, Seaweed, Lava

Best Preppy

Frank & Eileen Lauren Polo Dress

Frank & Eileen Lauren Polo Dress

Frank & Eileen

Brides who are preppy at heart will fall head over heels for this sweet and simple jersey polo dress, which you can easily slip on over your swimsuit once you’re ready to leave the beach for the day. The only problem will be choosing between the stripy or solid-colored versions in red, white or blue. (By the way, this dress would definitely not be out of place for your 4th of July festivities, either. Just a thought.)

Price starting at: $178

Size Range: XS-L | Materials: Cotton Jersey | Colors: French Stripes, White, British Royal Navy, Summer Blue, Double Decker Red

Best Retro-Style

Show Me Your Mumu Mamacita Coverup

Show Me Your Mumu Mamacita Coverup

Show Me Your Mumu

Channel your inner hippie with this cotton crochet floral coverup, which comes in simple black and white or a panoply of sunny colors. This piece from Show Me Your Mumu features simple flared sleeves (hello, late ‘60s vibes) and a mini length. Also, it was designed in collaboration with self-proclaimed curve model and self-love advocate Bella Golden, in case you needed an extra reason to love it.

Price starting at: $188

Size Range: XS-3X | Materials: Cotton | Colors: Black, Tutti Frutti

Meet the Expert

  • Tara West is a personal stylist, fashion and lifestyle blogger, and podcaster based in Boston, MA.
  • Anny Choi is a New York-based bridal stylist and creative brand consultant with a background in luxury fashion editorial.

What to Look for in Swim Coverups

Material

Presumably, if you need a swim coverup, you’re dealing with sunny, possibly breezy weather. As such, “I recommend a lightweight fabric that drapes nicely, like thin spandex, linen, or cotton gauze,” says West. “Mesh, crotchet, and sheer styles are great options, as they hug the body nicely and look slightly more elevated.”

Choi also loves these more textured styles for a bridal look. “If you are going for an all-white beach look, look for ways to add texture,” she recommends. “Whether that be a crochet caftan or a 3D applique, it will make your beach look feel elevated and more special.”

Level of Coverage

Firstly, how much coverage your coverup provides depends on how much your skin you’re comfortable showing, as well as which styles you personally prefer—but there are other factors to consider, says Choi. “This totally depends on what swimsuit you are wearing and what activities you have planned,” she explains. “Are you having lunch at the pool with extended family, where you want to be more covered up? Or are you on your honeymoon and on a private beach?

Lastly, the expert warns, “If you are planning a beach day BEFORE your ceremony, I would say the more coverage the better so you don't end up with unwanted tan lines on your wedding day!”

Color

There are no rules here—you can wear white if you want or not! “Don't feel like you have to stick to white,” advises Choi. “There are so many fun white base floral coverups that you can incorporate to your beach day as well as fun ways to add a pop of color. On the other hand, a white bathing suit can be a tough one to pull off for many, so maybe it's about opting for a colorful bathing suit and adding a bridal touch with a white coverup on top.” Up to you!

FAQ
  • What is the purpose of a swim coverup?

    You don’t need a swim coverup per se, but it’s definitely a useful (and pretty) piece to have on hand for the beach or pool. “A chic coverup provides an additional fashion element to your swimsuit, but it can also be very functional,” says West. “Some women like to use it for sun protection on bright days or for additional coverage while hitting all their activities while still staying in their swimsuits.” It’s also worth noting that any piece of clothing can serve as a coverup—especially something that’s easy to don and doff, like a sundress or breezy button-up.

  • Can you swim in a coverup?

    Usually: no. However, “this depends on the coverup,” says Choi. “I obviously wouldn't jump in the pool with a linen sarong, but Lisa Marie Fernandez makes the cutest swim cardigans that can work as a coverup, but also as a rashguard if needed.” Our skirt pick from Summersalt is also designed specifically for swimming. That said, other kinds of coverups may “hinder your movement in the water,” warns West.

  • Can you wear a coverup with regular clothes?

    For sure! “I always recommend that my clients use a coverup as a regular piece in their wardrobe,” says West. “It makes packing a little easier and gives you more time to focus on ‘What’s for lunch?’ and not ‘What am I wearing to lunch?’” She continued, “You can wear a slip-style coverup dress to dinner, or if it’s a long caftan, add a bralette underneath and style it with a pair of jeans and heels.”

Why Trust Brides

Iris Goldsztajn is a Paris-born, London-based freelance writer with 10 years of experience covering fashion, beauty, wellness and lifestyle for the likes of Brides, InStyle, Marie Claire, British Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Bustle, Refinery29 and many more. As the former associate editor for Her Campus, she was responsible for all style and beauty news coverage. In order to write this article, Iris drew on her own experience with swim coverups, and spoke to bridal styling experts Tara West and Anny Choi to gain further insights into which swim coverup is best for each individual bride.

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