Heading in

It has been gloriously hot this past week, and I'm quite grateful that I live on the shoreline and can visit the beach anytime I like. Since I like the idea of a cover-up that can go from the beach to dinner, this cotton shirtdress that InStyleSwimwear sent over is just perfect.

The loose, simple cut in a soft, thin cotton works well for lounging around the beach, but add a belt and a few accessories and it's perfect for dinner at a local seafood restaurant.

Now, if you are still working on your tan and you think the khaki would simply wash you out, InStyleSwimwear has lots of other cover-ups you can check out, I'm partial to this tie-dye maxi.

And for the record, I did go swimming in the Sound, for the first time in years. The water was ridiculously warm!

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The Rundown
Cover-up Vince Camuto c/o InStyleSwimwear
Swimsuit DKNY similar
Leopard Sandals Target
Straw Tote TJMaxx similar
Panama Hat Gap similar
Woven Belt Thrifted
Hoop Earrings Amazon
Bracelet The Cavernous Jewelry Box
Hammered Metal Ring Thrifted similar
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37 comments

  1. hesJuly 11, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    So envious of the fact that the waters by you are warm already! Lake Michigan takes awhile to warm up.

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  2. TheTinyHeartJuly 11, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    That coverup is so cute! The water is still freezing here in Jersey...hoping it warms up soon!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  3. AnonymousJuly 11, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    You are so lucky to live near the beach! I'd have to travel at least seven hours to get to it. This pictures are dreamy, this is my idea of what summer should look like.

    Cee. ♥
    Code Overdressed

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  4. CindyJuly 11, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    I really like the last photo! And I like the idea of having a piece of clothing that can take you from the beach to an evening out.

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  5. Just Another ShopaholicJuly 11, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    Amazing cover up!!

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  6. Courtney ErinJuly 11, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    That is a great cover up - it looks perfect on you. And great beach shots!


    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  7. Style JourneyJuly 11, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    I miss living by the beach! This is a great cover up and looks chic with the black bathing suit and leopard sandals

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  8. Closet FashionistaJuly 11, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    Ooh that coverup is so cute! And yay for actually going in the water! Ha ha. I'm waiting for Rhode Island ;)

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  9. FranziskaJuly 11, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    that last picture is so cute! you always take the best pictures

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  10. little luxury listJuly 11, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    You look gorgeous Lydia! I love the casual chic beach look!


    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  11. HannahJuly 11, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    Adorable cover-up! (I'd probably wear it as a dress too, haha.)

    www.somebeautifulthingsblog.blogspot.com

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  12. Aracely @ Mama Fashion FilesJuly 11, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    Super cute, I'm heading to the beach in a couple of weeks I could surely use that cover-up!

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  13. AnnieJuly 11, 2013 at 12:47 PM

    That coverup is SO cute!

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  14. Madam Too MuchJuly 11, 2013 at 1:45 PM

    You look FABULOUS and of course I love the scenery. I also live near the beach but the water was a bit rough last week.

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  15. Lady of StyleJuly 11, 2013 at 2:14 PM

    Only dreaming of the beach as I live in the mountains.
    Very stylish at the beach - enjoy every day!


    Annette | Lady of Style

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  16. susanJuly 11, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    Love the Vince Camuto cover-up!

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  17. mispapelicosJuly 11, 2013 at 3:43 PM

    Great pics Lydia.
    I love the sea and you.
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  18. SoJezJuly 11, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    Cute outfit. And you get the Best Legs award...

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  19. {The Perfect Palette}July 11, 2013 at 6:29 PM

    Such a great cover-up!

    Chrissy
    The Perfect Palette

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  20. LorenaJuly 11, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    Nice cover up... i am glad you get to enjoy the beach!

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  21. JessicaJuly 11, 2013 at 7:02 PM

    I wish I lived near the beach. I love your coverup. It looks great on you.

    Tracy @ www.sunnydaystarrynights.com

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  22. Ali HvalJuly 11, 2013 at 7:28 PM

    Hehehe, I love that last photo of you--all blurred out and ready to be taken by the ocean.

    That coverup is perfect for you. I really need a coverup like that, because I always tend to want to go places after I go swimming. Perfect example yesterday: I was at the pool with a friend and wanted a Starbucks tea afterward SO I went with a mere tie-top over my bathing suit and went through the drive through and the barista gave me a strange look.

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  23. EJuly 11, 2013 at 11:14 PM

    I'm so jealous! I haven't been to the beach in ages. And that is the most perfect straw fedora (I've been on the hunt)!

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  24. Lindsay LivingJuly 12, 2013 at 2:18 AM

    I agree with Fran! I always love your photos, but that last one is one of my favorites. Plus the first one really caught my eye, too. I love how your photos always tell a little story. xo

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  25. UnknownJuly 12, 2013 at 2:28 AM

    Great cover-up!! beautiful post!


    www.plogstyle.com

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  26. Mia M.July 12, 2013 at 3:53 AM

    you look amazing!

    bisous,
    mia

    heylilahey

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  27. CeeJuly 12, 2013 at 3:58 AM

    I have to say, I think I'd be much more of a summer girl if I lived by a beautiful beach like this one! I grew up hours away from the nearest lake, and I'm in a similar situation here in Paris; when I lived in Vancouver there were beaches, granted, but they're not very clean in general and the sand certainly doesn't look so inviting! Suffice it to say you have me craving a seaside vacation with these gorgeous photos :)
    xox,
    Cee

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  28. AliciaJuly 12, 2013 at 3:58 AM

    such a perfect look, and i'm MAJORLY jealous you live on the shoreline!

    xx, alicia
    river city chic

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  29. LondynJuly 12, 2013 at 6:47 AM

    You look amazing! Yes, I adore the heat too!! Wish I was on the coast :)

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  30. FASHION TALESJuly 12, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    Beautiful! I really love the dress and you are so lucky to live that close to the beach! xo/Madison

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  31. TaraMixandMatchJuly 12, 2013 at 8:09 AM

    You look stunning in these pictures...I so love the beach!

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  32. A Very Sweet BlogJuly 12, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    Lydia, you look so cute! What a chic cover up! I love the style and what a great hat & bag.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  33. Always MayleeJuly 12, 2013 at 9:38 AM

    You look amazing, love that coverup!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  34. Lauren @ Style of Ones OwnJuly 12, 2013 at 5:20 PM

    LOVE the coverup! This is the perfect beach look.

    Lauren
    Style of One's Own

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  35. UnknownJuly 13, 2013 at 3:23 PM

    I like the idea of a versatile coverup, too! So many of the ones I see are so low or revealing... I just end up wearing a regular dress to the beach.

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  36. JessicaJuly 15, 2013 at 7:37 AM

    Look at how easy, breezy and sexy you look!

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  37. LexiJuly 15, 2013 at 9:49 AM

    I love an easy shirtdress!
    xx lexi @ glitter, inc.

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