Are you sick of reading about how to
emulate Gisele’s beach style in the Sunday supplements? The endless pages of
tiny two pieces and barely-there sarongs? Fear not, it may feel like an
itsy-bitsy bikini is your only option but for those of us who don’t quite fall
into the bronzed Amazonian goddess category, it is possible to cover up without
resorting to Nigella’s infamous burkini look.
Versatile and easy to wear, kaftans
should be a staple of anyone’s holiday wardrobe. This laid back take on a beach
cover up by Melissa Odabash
comes in a gorgeous shade of mint green as well as summery lemon yellow,
perfect for the walk to and from the beach and it’ll spare your blushes if you
decide to grab lunch at a beachside restaurant. Kaftans needn’t just be a
convenient way of covering up any wobbly bits you’d rather not share with the
world though, on the contrary some of this season’s styles will take you from
sun lounger to cocktail bar without missing a beat. Setting the bar high are Raishma, with this beautifully beaded yellow
and grey number and this vibrant
printed kaftan featuring Swarovski stone work. Just swap the flip flops for
a pair of heels and you’ll feel transformed!
If you’re going to be sightseeing, it’s
easy to get caught out by the sun. The last thing you want is to come home
looking like you’ve been taking style tips from a lobster. A simple peasant top
is perfect for day time excursions and will protect your shoulders, these light
and bright
styles from Melissa Obabash look great
with tailored shorts or Capri pants. Or for a slightly smarter look, this sky blue tunic dress
and white
crochet maxi dress will avoid any unsightly tan lines and you won’t feel
like you need to change when the sun goes down. Just don’t forget your hat –
nothing is worth the agony of attempting to shower with a burnt scalp! Even
avoiding hat hair. I love these Elton
John Foundation hats, which wouldn’t look out of place at Wimbledon
or Lord’s. An added bonus is that you’ll not only be dodging a sunburn bullet
but also helping to raise money for the Elton John Aids Foundation.
Finally, what has to be my new
favourite accompaniment for any outfit, this ultra soft draped cardigan
by Charli which can be worn loose and flowing during the evening, tied up above
your waist on the beach or any which way you darn well like! I challenge you to
find an outfit or colour it won’t go with.
So, this summer it isn’t all about
acres of flesh and body flaunting, in fact if you agree with the Italians who
recently issued a set of rules for Russian tourists including ‘no tiny bikinis
with high heels’ – covering up is de rigeur these days. And let’s face it,
mosquito bites and at least a hint of pink are inevitable – you may as well be
prepared.
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