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Beach cover ups - kaftans 2019

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It's not all about the bikini you know. Sometimes you want to waft your way around a beach in a glorious, floaty cover up. From designer kaftans to high street beach dresses, we've got something for you here in this edit of 20 of the best beach cover-ups.We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article.

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This Lucia dress from Jigsaw is an excellent easygoing option for off-duty days. Hand embroidered and cut to a flowing midi length, the Lucia features modern geo embroidery details and tassels, providing a charming edge to this fluid piece. Styled with side slits, draping sleeves, and a tie belt that clinches the loose fabric at the waist for a form-flattering fit, this kaftan dress is great for wearing over a swimsuit on holidays.

Yellow bell sleeve kaftan - £98

Lucia Stitch Kaftan Dress, Mustard

Topshop beige stripe beach cover up

Based on a classic shirt dress style, this kaftan beach dress has been updated with a modern front knot detail. The perfect throw-on-and-go piece, it is designed with side hem splits, three-quarter length sleeves and pockets. Team with our Patti slider or Marisa trainer for a simple but stylish look.
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White jigsaw kaftan  £69

Ines linen wrap knot kaftan

Pack this lovely and versatile Powder sarong in your holiday suitcase. Perfect for experimenting with different styles, the sarong comes with a styling guide for 5 looks, enabling a new look any time. The piece is delivered in a pouch. Length: 180cm, width: 105cm

Floral print beach sarong - £28

Tropical Floral Sarong, Green/Multi

Perfect for throwing on after a long day of soaking up the summer sun, this beach kaftan is a gorgeous piece that exudes glamorous style. This maxi kaftan has been designed in collaboration with Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and features all those stylish details that she's known for, such as rose gold trims, a subtle pattern texture and elegant broderie detailing. An adjustable waist offers a comfy fit, while the batwing sleeves provide you with a stunning silhouette.

White long beach kaftan - £39.50

Lace Insert Beach Kaftan

Brown silk blend kaftan - £79.99

White cotton Amnesia Kaftan from SEAFOLLY featuring a v-neck, tassel detailing, short sleeves, an asymmetric hem and a short length.

white kaftan with pom pom hem - £39

Amnesia Kaftan

This vibrant Poppy print kaftan from White Stuff brightens up your swimwear cover-up collection. With its tie waist, classic cut and lightweight fabric, this kaftan is both flattering and practical - pair with the matching bikini set or clash your prints for a statement look.

Poppy print short kaftan  - £35

Poppy Jersey Kaftan, Deep Sea Teal

This beach cover up from Ted Baker offers elegant coverage in a soft subtly sheer silhouette. Featuring the brand's beautiful illusion floral print, it shows off sun-kissed skin with a Bardot neckline that stays secure with an elasticated trim.

Ted baker short floral beach dress - £90

Ted Baker Belriaa Floral Illusion Print Cover Up, Heavenly Blue

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Fil coupé embroidered kaftan

Stripe beach cover up dress

Tie front lilac kaftan

Palm print beach cover up

Gregale crinkled-cotton dress

Floral and lace short cover up

Iona stretch-crepe kaftan dress

Lilac balloon-sleeve beach cover up

Silk-blend beach kaftan

Red tie-front kaftan

Crochet kaftan

Cleo lace-up printed voile kaftan

Palm print kaftan

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