MAKING A SPLASH

by LISA DANTE

Will you be catching some Vitamin D in your backyard this summer or maybe planning to rock an upcoming weekend at the lake or beach? No worries, I’ve got you covered…as in swimsuit cover-ups.

Who doesn’t like glamour with no work necessary. Wishful thinking…. right? It would be nice to be able to pull together a swimsuit look with very little effort. Well, there’s good news. With all of the added details to the summer of 2022 swimwear you’ll feel effortlessly A-list.

A classic, simple maillot seems a bit boring with the current options that are out there. Cut outs are the fashion trend that we just can’t get enough of. The same thing applies to swimwear. Side cut outs are very popular. Status prints and gold chains all feel very luxe too. As if you needed more excuses to book a vacation….that cute swimsuit isn’t going to show itself off, after all. To get that “extra” look, choose swimwear with added fun features like fringe, belts, cut outs and ruffles.

Matching your swimsuit to your coverup is a summer look that doesn’t need to be overthought. Grab your suit, and it’s coordinating cover-up, along with your sunscreen and hat and “voila,” you’re beach ready!

A great swimsuit cover-up is indispensable and one that you’ll likely use over and over throughout the summer. Just look for material that can stand up to water, sun and sunscreen. I love a stretchy and soft breathable mesh fabric that comes in just about any color and print you can imagine. It’s not all about your swimsuit when on vacation; your cover-up is often just as important. For instance, at a resort you might want something that allows you to do everything at once.

You may want to be comfortable and covered up when walking through the lobby on the way to the beach or pool. A stylish cover-up will let you lunch at a fab restaurant, enjoy cocktails and even venture off of the property without having to go and change clothes before your adventure. On a recent beach trip I tied my cover-up at the waist, threw on a skort and off we went island exploring.

My favorite cover up of all time is made from stretchy black lace and is loose fitting with a flowing bell shaped ¾ sleeve. I’ll wear it to the pool, and then later I might wear it over a flesh colored or maybe a bright solid colored tank dress out to dinner the same night. It just depends what mood I’m in. I love packing light and being able to have wardrobe pieces that do double duty. It’s just one less thing you have to worry about.

Summertime kind of seems like an official permission slip to buy a new swimsuit or cover- up…..so go ahead and suit up!