French Girl Cover-Ups So Chic, You’ll Forget You’re Not in Saint-Tropez
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Because terrycloth is not a personality.
You: barefoot, bronzed, and hiding behind a giant sunhat with a chilled glass of rosé.
Reality: suburban backyard, lukewarm juice box, and someone's forgotten floatie wedged under your lounger.
But just because you’re not technically in Saint-Tropez doesn’t mean you can’t dress like you are. Enter: the French swimsuit cover-up. The art of looking wildly glamorous while wearing barely anything at all.
Here are five effortlessly fabulous ways to cover up—while still showing off.
1. The Oversized White Linen Shirt
Less “I threw this on,” more “I vacation with discreet security.”
Borrowed from his closet, tailored for drama. A little sheer, a little rumpled, and buttoned just enough to keep the mystery alive. It’s not just a shirt—it’s a lifestyle.
Style it with: black bikini, gold bracelet, a baguette.
2. The Sheer Silk Kaftan
It flows. You float. Everyone stares.
This is the cover-up that enters the pool area before you do. Think deep jewel tones, bold prints, and enough movement to make a breeze jealous. You won’t swim in it—you pose in it.
Style it with: leather slides, a red lip, and sunglasses so big they qualify as shade structures.
3. The Breton Stripe Tunic
Classic. Effortless. Slightly smug.
A French staple since Brigitte decided pants were optional. Look for a boxy, boatneck fit with just enough structure to say, “Yes, I do own property in Antibes. Emotionally.”
Style it with: tousled hair, espadrilles, and zero apologies.
4. The Pareo (a.k.a. Scarf Sorcery)
Wrap it. Tie it. Rule the world.
Is it a skirt? A halter dress? A dramatic over-the-shoulder statement? Oui. It’s whatever you want it to be—just like your mood. Choose silk, choose sass, and pretend you didn’t practice this in the mirror.
Style it with: a bandeau top, bronzer, and your best “don’t text me” energy.
5. The Button-Up Midi Dress
“Oh this? Just something I threw on at the yacht.”
For when you need to look like you’re not trying, but also clearly winning. Lightweight cotton, tiny buttons, a cinched waist—and suddenly you're the glamorous mom who never forgets sunscreen (or sarcasm).
Style it with: beachy waves, cat-eye sunnies, and a knowing smirk.
A Final Word from the Lounger
Darling, if your cover-up doesn't make the neighbors suspicious, you're not doing it right.
French women don’t "throw something on." They glide into linen like it’s a second skin.
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Because glamour is a choice—and you’re saying oui.
Yours Truly,
The Glamtorious Mrs.
