Summertime means the pool, the lake, and *hopefully* the beach.

There are tons of cute ways to style your bikini outfit aside from throwing a tee on top. Dressing up your swimsuit is perfect if you are planning to grab dinner or have other plans after your water activities, or if you just feel like snapping some shots for Instagram.

This post has 5 fresh ideas for styling your swimwear in trendy and functional ways.

{Editor’s Note: Stuck on what bikini to buy this summer? Be sure to check out our guide: The Best Swimsuits for Summer 2022}

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Cute Bikini Outfit 1

Products:

• Bikini Top
• Bikini Bottom
• Shorts
• Shirt
• Sandals
• Tote

This first outfit set styles this adorable light blue bikini. The criss-cross halter neckline is super flattering and will look great in the sunshine.

I paired it with some high-waisted denim shorts and an oversized white button-up. Wearing a button-up shirt open over a bikini is super trendy and looks so cute for the beach!

For shoes, I added these strappy brown sandals and finished off the look with this woven tote bag, perfect for holding all your beach day essentials.

Swimwear Outfit 2

Products:

• Bikini Set
• Pants
• Sandals
• Hair Clip

This next outfit is centered around this high-waisted floral bikini. I added some flowy orange pants which are a fantastic cover-up for throwing on when you need a little extra coverage.

These white, quilted slip-on sandals are just what you need for a pool day. Don’t forget to bring along a matching claw hair clip. If it’s sweltering, you’re going to want it!

Cute Bikini Outfit 3

Products:

• Bikini Top
• Bikini Bottom
• Dress
• Sandals
• Tote

Throwing a sundress over your bathing suit is a simple way to dress up your bikini. This hot pink set has high-waisted bottoms and a strapless top, perfect for avoiding awkward tan lines.