Mom Fashion

From the Beach to Errands: 25+ Comfortable Swim Coverups for Moms

written by GIANNA ALDANA
updated by JESSICA WELSH

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best swim coverups for moms
Graphics by: Aryana Johnson
Graphics by: Aryana Johnson

Picture this: You’re lounging on the beach with a cocktail (or mocktail!) in one hand and your favorite book in the other. The only things you had to worry about packing for yourself were swimsuits and swim coverups. There isn’t a worry on your mind, except for trying to remember when it’s time to apply more sunscreen.

Sorry to paint you the perfect picture and then totally tear it apart, but if you’re a mom hanging out at the pool or beach with your kids, you probably aren’t experiencing the aforementioned bliss.

Instead, you’re probably chasing your little ones around in the sand, playing lifeguard in your yard’s tiny blow-up pool, or perhaps wrestling with your slippery kid in an attempt to properly slather them in sunscreen. And who hasn’t held their squirmy baby while simultaneously praying they don’t pull down your swimsuit? We’ve all been there.

Maybe it’s not the same as a kid-free vacation in Mexico, but being outside with your little ones and enjoying the sunshine is a different kind of bliss. It can be chaotic and exhausting, but it’s still fun!

The Best Comfortable Swim Coverups for Moms

If your upcoming warm-weather adventures will be done with little ones by your side, you’re going to need some practical coverups. You’ll want swim coverups or beach dresses that are lightweight, flowy, and easy to toss on as you chase your child around. And they get bonus points if they can transition from pool time to your next activity since we know mom-life often means go-go-go. Scroll on for our favorite swim coverups for moms.

Dress Swim Coverups

Everyone knows that the secret hack to feeling put-together in warm weather is throwing on a breathable and lightweight dress. Whether you opt for a colorful mini dress or a crochet maxi, our selection of dress cover-ups will have you feeling like you’re on vacay all the time!

summersalt shirt dress
L.L. Bean x Summersalt
The Cloud Gauze Midi Dress Cover-Up

2 colors available
sizes XS – 3X

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free people flowy coverup
Free People
Pina Colada Tunic

4 colors available
sizes XS – XL

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black dress coverup
Target | Shade & Shore
Gauze Midi Cover Up Dress

2 colors available
sizes XS – XL

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white crochet dress coverup
Target | Shade & Shore
Crochet Maxi Cover Up Dress

3 colors available
sizes XS – 3X

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white short dress coverup
Target | Shade & Shore
Gauze Short Cover Up Dress

2 colors available
sizes XS – XL

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maxi coverup dress
Madewell
Lighestspun Cover-Up Maxi Shirtdress

2 colors available
sizes XXS – 4X

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poplin smocked dress
H&M
Poplin Beach Dress

sizes XS – XL

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black cover up maxi dress
H&M
Tie-Detail Beach Dress

sizes XS – XL

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maxi crochet dress
Quince
Open-Knit Cover-Up Maxi Dress

3 colors available
sizes XS – XL

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black knit coverup
Quince
100% Organic Cotton Open-Knit Cover-Up

3 colors available
sizes XS – XL

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Pants, Shorts, and Skirt Swim Coverups

Refresh your wardrobe with fun bottoms that you can easily mix and match your bathing suits with. Our picks below include options to show off some skin and ones that have some extra coverage. Either way, you won’t be able to resist adding one (or a few) of these bottoms to your collection.

abercrombie brown crochet pants
Abercrombie & Fitch
Mid Rise Crochet-Style Coverup Pant

2 colors available
sizes XXS – XL

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striped linen pants
Summersalt
Palazzo Pants

2 colors and patterns available
sizes XS – 2X

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cropped linen pants
Madewell
Lightestpun Beach Cover-Up Pants

sizes XXS – 4X

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Target | Shade & Shore
Gauze Cover Up Pants

5 colors available
sizes XS – XL

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knit pants coverup
Target | Shade & Shore
Crochet Cover Up Pants

2 colors available
sizes XS – XL

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blue cover up shorts
Summersalt
The Sea to Shore Swim Shorts

5 colors available
sizes XS – 2X

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cover up swim skirt
Summersalt
The Ruched Swim Skirt

8 colors available
sizes XS – 2X

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sarong set
Amazon
Chiffon Sheer Bikini Wrap

20+ colors and patterns available
sizes S – XXL

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abercrombie sarong
Abercrombie & Fitch
Long-Length Sarong Coverup

2 patterns available
sizes XXS – XL

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quince cotton sarong
Quince
100% Organic Cotton Gauze Side-Tie Sarong

3 colors available

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Shirt and Wrap Swim Coverups

Pairing your swimsuit with a cute button-up or a patterned wrap is the perfect outfit formula for days by the water. With different styles and options to choose from, you’ll be wearing these tops on rotation all spring and summer long.

target swim shirt coverup
Target | Kona Sol
Gauze Cover Up Shirt Dress

5 colors available
sizes S – XL

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printed beach cover up top
Summersalt
Poplin Button-Down Shirt

sizes XS – 2X

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front tie cover up shirt
Amazon
Flare Tie-Front Long Sleeve Shirt

9 colors available
sizes S – L

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old navy wrap coverup
Old Navy
Lightweight Duster

3 colors and patterns available
size S – XL

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jcrew swim shirt coverup
J.Crew
Relaxed-Fit Beach Shirt

5 colors and patterns available
sizes XXS – 3X

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crochet coverup top
H&M
Knit Tunic

2 colors available
sizes XS – XL

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long sleeve coverup top
Summersalt
The Perfect Wrap Long Sleeve Cover-Up

3 colors available
sizes XS – 2X

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red bathing suit wrap
Free People
Day Dream Washed Kimono

3 colors available

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Gianna Aldana, Former Commerce Editorial Assistant

As the Everymom’s Commerce Editorial Assistant, Gianna assists The Everymom editors in the production of new and existing articles, pitches and writes new content, and sources product for shopping listicles. With writing being one of her absolute passions, she enjoys sharing her expertise in all things related to fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. Before working at The Everymom, Gianna found her purpose in editorial content creation through internships at Bump Club and Beyond and The Pretty Palm Leaf Event Company.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jessica Welsh, Commerce Editor

As Commerce Editor, Jessica oversees and edits all shopping content on The Everymom—including everything from mom fashion to product reviews. She also writes in-depth styling stories, trend reports, capsule wardrobes, gift guides, and more. She has created editorial content for major brands such as Nordstrom, Old Navy, and Kohl’s, and was previously a regular contributor to The Everygirl. Jessica believes that fashion should be accessible to everyone, so she is very determined to scour the internet for the best looks for less and affordable finds.