2-in-1 Cover-Ups

The best beach cover-ups are actually cute dresses that do double duty and go from day to night. Here are some of our favorite 2-in-1 dresses that go from beach, to dinner to cocktail party. And sometimes even work.    

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

Channel your inner boho babe on the beach, and then add flat sandals for dinner.  

Free People Oasis Print Maxi Dress, $100.80 (originally $168)

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

All of the best summer colors combined into one dress. Wear it over your bathing suit, or with nude heeled sandals to a party.

Mara Hoffman Striped Tank Dress, $198 

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

Make a statement with these bell sleeves and punchy prints.  

Free People Hearts of Gold Babydoll Dress, $88.80 (originally $148)

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

Such a cool take on the maxi-- this dress is a must-own for the summer.  The perfect beach stroll dress, that easily transitions into your running-around-town dress.  

Urban Renewal Remade Rip Top Maxi Dress, $79 

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

Lounge poolside in this dress and some serious shades. Then wear it to dinner with a great pair of wrap around sandals.  

J. Crew Crepe Maxi Dress, $49.99 (originally $88)

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

Nothing says summertime like a tropical leaf print.  

Topshop Leaf Print Shirtdress, $80

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

Wear this one over your string bikini for the flirtiest outfit ever.  

 Free People 100 Degree Dress, $78

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

An easy, throw on and go dress that will keep you looking put-together even on the hottest and stickiest of days.  

Splendid Ombre Chambray Shirtdress, $178

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

The low-back of this one has the cutest tie detail, and makes for the ideal breezy beach cover-up.  

Faithfull Elixir Dress, $120

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

This dress is the perfect option for that beach tunic look, without sacrificing a flattering silhouette.  

Tory Burch Tory Graphic-Print Mini Dress, $210 (originally $350)

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

Like one of those amazing Mexican embroidered dresses, with a bit more tailoring and detail. Perfect over a bikini, or with a denim jacket and low tops.

Freeway Apparel Peasant Shift Dress, $106

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

 Wear this with a strapless bikini for the perfect beach-to-cocktails dress. 

Topshop Lace Off the Shoulder Dress, $68

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

How amazing would your tan shoulders look in this one?

Asos Premium Sundress with Embroidery and Mirror Trim, $81

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

A sweet and easy beach cover-up-- wear it on the weekends with white sneakers.  

Forever 21 Shirred Gingham Button-Front Dress, $27.90

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

Wear this to a summer cocktail party with strappy heels, and then pack it in your getaway bag for the perfect ocean-side number.  

Rebecca Minkoff Celestine Off the Shoulder Dress, $298

2-in-1 Cover-Ups

Wear this one with flats to a picnic, with wedges to dinner, or barefoot on the beach.  

J.O.A. Gingham Dress, $80

A nautical mini that would look amazing under a denim jacket in the fall.   

Forever 21 Breton Stripe A-Line Dress, $19.90