Going to the beach with a look that’s cool, comfortable and trendy is not always easy. If you wonder how to dress for the beach, our Personal Shoppers have prepared different suggestions so that you can feel stylish on your days off this Summer.
Before we start talking about the best looks for the seaside, we’ll reveal the essential items for a Summer beach break, whether abroad or in the UK: a maxi dress, a pair of denim shorts, a kimono, a kaftan, an oversized white shirt and a sarong skirt. In addition, there are accessories which are also a must, such as a basket-style bag, a scarf and a hat, which will add a glamorous touch to any of your outfits.
Top tips for choosing your beach look
When you go to the beach, there are some looks that look effortlessly beautiful and others that can seem a bit forced. Do you want to know why? The combination of footwear, accessories, garments and fabrics is essential for the perfect mix and match outfit. Here are the dos and don’ts we think you should keep in mind:
Do
Choose flat shoes, wedges or wide heels Wear clothes made of natural and breathable fibres Favour flowing, loose-fitting cuts for comfort Add silk scarves and accessories such as earrings (whether minimalist or flashy to suit your mood!), which will help you to achieve top-notch looks
Don't
Insist on high heels, boots or closed shoes Suffer in nylon, polyester, acrylic or leatherette garments; this type of fabric is not breathable and will make you hot! Struggle in tight-fitting clothes that become uncomfortable as the hours go by and the temperatures rise
- Beach looks with maxi dresses
- Wedge sandals
- A light blue shirt as an overshirt
- A pair of maxi earrings
- A basket bag
- Beach looks with denim shorts
- A satin blouse
- A red handbag
- A pair of gladiator or Birkenstock sandals
- Another chic tip is to add a silk scarf tied to your bag. Remember that the key to personal style is in the details!
- Beach looks with a kimono
- Beach looks with kaftans or maxi blouses
- Total white look, Ibiza-style
- A white pinafore
- A white ruffled or crochet blouse worn underneath
- Espadrilles
- A turquoise blue bracelet
- Look for lunch at the beach bar
- With slider sandals
- With a white shirt as an overshirt in case it gets cooler
- The perfect look for dinner at the beach
The maxi dress is one of Summer’s essential garments. Every year it’s present in all its versions: floral print or plain, with puff sleeves, wraparound, oversize…. without a doubt it is a light and versatile garment that will be present in many of your Summer looks.
If you like boho style, wear your floral maxi dress with:
Denim shorts are one of the coolest garments for this time of year. If you like to innovate and you want to flatter your silhouette, choose a pair of high-waisted shorts with discreet vertical stripes and wear them with:
The kimono is a versatile garment that you can wear for a day at the beach or an elegant evening dinner. Moreover, thanks to its cut, the kimono creates a vertical visual line that flatters every silhouette.
If you don’t already own one in your wardrobe, we recommend you choose one with a flowing drape and batwing sleeves.
For daytime looks, your kimono will look great with a cami and a pair of shorts.
For your evening looks, you can wear your kimono as a dress by adding a belt and some kitten heels and finishing off your make-up with a sweep of vibrant red lipstick. You can definitely pull it off!
A kaftan or maxi blouse is a sleeved cotton or silk garment buttoned at the front, which reaches down to the ankles. Its wide and comfortable cut makes it ideal to wear for a long day at the beach. If you have to choose, we’d recommend a khaki or moss green kaftan, depending on your colouring and skin tone. You’ll see that it will be the perfect outfit for any beach day. But how can you wear it? With a pair of animal print Birkenstock and fringed suede bag.
If you accessorise with a straw hat, you’ll add the finishing sophisticated touch to this beach outfit.
Total white is a safe bet, particularly if your skin has already had some sun and you’re glowing with a tan. White is luminous, elegant and evokes purity and serenity.
If you love to dream of Ibiza style, we think this would be an infallible look for you to wear this Summer:
For an ideal look to go for lunch at a local beach bar, it’s best to choose an easy and comfortable garment: a mini dress. But how do you wear it?
For the finishing touch, wear your hair in a low bun and incorporate a light scarf to your outfit. You’ll look perfect for your lunch on the beach!
The sarong skirt is a key garment this season. Undoubtedly, it is one of the most popular trends! If you are looking for a more informal look you can wear it with flip flops and a crop top.
But, if you’re going to a restaurant or for dinner and you’d like to dress up a bit more, you can create a completely different look thanks to a white blouse and a pair of heeled sandals.
To take your look one step further, a clutch will finish the outfit with an extra chic and sophisticated touch.
Which one of these looks would you like to try on your holidays this Summer? Don’t forget to tell your Personal Shopper!
