Retail Therapy: Swim Cover-Ups

Don't fall prey to throwing on a shapeless t-shirt after a dip to cover your stomach. A loose tunic with a higher hemline will show off your gams, and vibrant colors or patterns will help draw attention to your overall shape, not slight bulges.

Vintage Havana Tie-Dye Fringe Coverup, $40; nationaljeancompany.com

Take advantage of whatever boosting bikini top you're wearing by picking a cover-up that's optimized to show off your newly-enhanced bust. A swooping neckline (look for a wide, deep V) focuses attention on your perky girls rather than hiding them under more fabric; a sleeveless fit also ensures that all attention is breast-bound. And don't be shy about showing a little skin—it's a bathing suit you’re wearing underneath, not a bra!

Milly Jute Trim Coverup, $275; millyny.com

Longer hemlines will cover your trouble-zone, but that doesn’t mean you have to be stuck with frumpy, granny-esque options. We're obsessed with this tailored-for-her version of a men's button-down—it provides just enough shape to flaunt your figure while also elongating your torso and legs.

Athena Swimsuit Coverup, $61; swimspot.com

Bustier beach babes looking to downplay their figures should opt for V-neck cuts that end where their cleavage starts and cover bikini tops fully (if swim tops peek through, it can have an ill-fitting effect). Black fabric and vertical accents are the great minimizers, so search out styles that offer these features, too.

American Eagle Cotton Dress, $49.50; ae.com