Forget the sarong: Here’s 5 new takes on the beach cover up

We’re nearing beach time and while giving birth in  room full of strangers has put stripping down to togs on the beach into perspective, sometimes it’s still nice to rock a chic cover up.

Here’s our picks for the beach babe who prefers not to bare.

1. Laser cut cool

Kimono, €75 at River Island

2. Channel 70s safari 

Trousers, €19.99 at H&M

3 Bitchin’ boho 

Dress, €24.99 at New Look 

4 Pop of the trops

Jumpsuit, €50 at Topshop

5. Fab fringing 

Jacket, €15 at Penneys

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White dress, €69.95; black top, €49.95 and black trousers, €59.95; yellow dress, €39.95, all available at Zara