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About a week ago, Kathryn Bernardo gave us some serious beach-chic vibes, sporting a stunning lacy cover up over what we assume is a black monokini. In that ensemble alone, the Pinay sweetheart reminds us that being prepared for the summer isn’t necessarily about how toned your body is or the number of new swimsuits you have. Being beach-ready is about the attitude that you wear, and what helps you in getting into the relaxed, holiday frame of mind is the clothes that accompany your bikini.
While your choice of swimsuit is technically the shining star of your beach outfit, what you pair with your one-piece or bikini is clearly just as important. Not only will you be able to wear your swimwear off and on the beach, but the clothes you put over your bikini will also give you extra protection when the rays are at their strongest. Also, they save you a trip of going back to change into another outfit before the evening festivities.
Let’s take a look at what Pretty Me has in store for beach season:
Shirt Dress
The “borrowed-boyfriend’s-shirt” look has proven its popularity across several settings, from Sunday brunches to regular Wednesdays at the office. Its lightweight material also deems it appropriate for beachy escapes. The sheer fabric of the Irregular Blouse Shirt Mini Dress lets the color of your swimsuit peek out. Plus, the looseness of the item allows you to feel that cooling ocean breeze on a hot summer’s day.
Two-Piece Set
There aren’t too many places where you can get away with wearing matching two-piece clothing sets, but anything goes when it’s a summer party. Hop from island to island in the nautical theme Two-Piece Strapless Crop Top and Casual Shorts Set or any of our other sets. For that sexy day-to-night look, the Two-Piece Halter Crop Top and Maxi Skirt is just what you need. But no matter which set you each, the crop tops from each will blend well with your bikini top.
Maxi Dress
Maxi dresses were made for all your summer escapades, and we’ve got a varied selection for you to take your pick. Though the one that we could all probably picture ourselves walking along the seashore is the Backless Summer Maxi Dress, a white frock with a plunging halter neckline. The delicate embroidered detail on the skirt will keep your legs feeling breezy, while the white cotton fabric is breathable enough to wear even on the hottest of days.
Floral Shorts
Forget your denim cutoffs. This summer, let’s add a little more fun into our beach ensembles by opting for colorful bottoms instead of the usual jean shorts. They may be a wardrobe basic, but let’s save those for urban adventures and go for aesthetically pleasing clothing items for our tropical travels. If you’ve got a black one-piece, or even pastel colored separates, pair them with our Floral Casual Summer Shorts. They’re an edgier, darker floral print than what you’re probably used to seeing on sundresses and other summery items, and they’re exactly what you need to be the center of attention in the white sandy beaches of Boracay (or wherever you’re headed this season).
Tie Dye
Tie dye clothing isn’t always the easiest of textiles to pull off on a daily basis, as you often have to be in a certain mood to wear them. Luckily for us, the beach is the environment for these exciting patterns and colors, welcoming rainbow sarongs and your latest DIY tie dye project. And if you have got anything similar to our Simple Long Sleeve Cotton Shirt, white denim shorts would be the best bottoms to match. What’s special about this top is the blue gradient, which really brings in this oceanic theme that fits in remarkably well in a beach setting.
There you have it! These are just a sample of the many products we have to supply your beach capsule wardrobe. Browse through the entire store for more tropical items to wear on your getaway. And feel free to share your own style tips with us, as well as beachy outfits inspired by Pretty Me!
