What to Wear to a Beach or Pool Party

If there is one thing we love about summer, it’s summer parties! The beach and pool are a great way to escape the heat of summer, but if you are not in the mood to wear a swimsuit in public, you can opt for a fun summer dress.

Big happy family or group of five friends is having fun against sunset beach

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Happy friends playing volleyball on fun inflatable floaties in pool water

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For a pool party, make sure that you keep it lightweight and breezy. A maxi dress with a sultry low back, a casual sundress with flat sandals, or shorts and a top with wedges are all perfect choices for the occasion! Off-the-shoulder dresses are also a great choice because they are completely adaptable to how you want to come across, and you can definitely wear them as a swimsuit cover-up. Style it with a sun hat or cool sunglasses to complete the look.

Group of friends dancing at outdoors barbecue party near pool

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larisa in ever pretty Off Shoulder Long Bridesmaid Dress

Ever Pretty Off Shoulder Long Dress

Beautiful, sexy woman in an elegant polka-dot dress, standing by the pool

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If this summer finds you partying seaside rather than poolside, there are still plenty of fun, non-swimwear outfit options. Whether you’ve rented a beach house with friends or family or are just meeting up for all day bon fire bash, pick a lightweight summer dress that makes you feel gorgeous! Summertime at the beach is the perfect time to try out fun new prints and brights. Boho dresses are one of our favorite styles to wear at the beach. The fun prints and loose flowy fabric are basically made for a sea breeze. And of course you can always choose an easy slip dress or a pretty caftan on top as a swimsuit cover-up — even if you never remove your cover-up, you’ll still look ready for the water.

boho style dress,amazing beach style girl

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a beautiful young girl in One Shoulder Floral Print High Low Dress on the beach

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larisa in Off Shoulder Long Bridesmaid Dress

Ever Pretty One Shoulder Ruffles Long Dress

A group of five friends walking on the beach at sunset

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Don’t turn down those fun summer invites just because you don’t want to wear a swimsuit. Wow your friends with your unique fashion sense and don a gorgeous dress instead. Whether pool side or beach front, you can find the perfect dress for the occasion at Ever-Pretty.

Don’t forget to comment below with your favorite look, or with your go-to piece for the party!

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