Fashions Under $50: Beach Cover-Ups

Deep breaths, ladies. It’s swimsuit season once again, and here we are dreading another season of sucking in our stomachs and trying to get sunscreen in between all the nooks and crannies of our bikini. On the bright side, we do have an excuse to check out some chic beach cover-ups, which have come a long way from sarongs and oversized tees. Check out these $50-and-under looks to make a big splash this summer, whether you’re ogling the hot surfers on a girlfriend getaway to Costa Rica, or simply soaking up the sun at your local pool.

Victoria’s Secret Ruffle Cover-Up Dress (http://www2 NULL.victoriassecret NULL.com/commerce/onlineProductDisplay NULL.vs?namespace=productDisplay&origin=onlineProductDisplay NULL.jsp&event=display&prnbr=CP-235857&page=13&cgname=OSSWMUPTZZZ&rfnbr=6308&cm_mmc=CJ-_-1909792-_-2178999-_-Product%20Catalog): Offset your summer tan with this sexy white one-shoulder frock featuring flirty frills. $24 (shown, below)

Old Navy Metallic Gauze Swim Cover-Up (http://oldnavy NULL.gap NULL.com/browse/product NULL.do?pid=633422002&tid=ONAF86&ap=2&siteID=2178999): Available in purple, turquoise, black, and white, this lightweight tunic has a diva-worthy exotic flair. $24.50

New York & Company City Style Beaded Trim Pareo (http://www NULL.nyandcompany NULL.com/nyco/browse/product_detail_with_picker NULL.jsp?productId=prod1120043&parentId=cat60036&subcatId=cat840014&cid=200001): This versatile piece can be fashioned into a wraparound skirt, strapless dress, or halter dress. Available in pink, black, and brown. $24.95

Topshop Rainbow Check Bandeau Cover-Up (http://us NULL.topshop NULL.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/TopCategoriesDisplay?storeId=13052&catalogId=33060): This playful plaid is perfect for simply pulling up over your bikini. Add a colorful bangle to complete the look before heading out for lunch. $50

Newport News Floral-Print Mesh Cover-Up (http://www NULL.newport-news NULL.com/): This feminine, blousy top boasts a plunging neckline and billowing bat-wing sleeves. $24.99

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