BEACHWEAR

Women's beachwear and holiday dressing

Kimonos, pareos and holiday separates come together in the Dahlia Bianca beachwear edit. Build a look around a single print or pair it with solid colours for a quieter combination.

Consider kimono length and the way you intend to tie a pareo alongside the rest of your outfit. Fabric composition and care requirements can vary by design, so consult the individual product details.

The different roles of kimonos and pareos

A kimono is a layer worn from the shoulders, while a pareo takes its shape from the way it is tied. Think about where you will use them on holiday: the coverage you want between the pool and lunch may differ from what you prefer for a beach walk. Browse kimonos and pareos together to add different options to the same holiday outfit.

Planning a holiday wardrobe with fewer pieces

Choose two or three main colours for a suitcase of pieces that work together. Wear a printed kimono over a simple top and shorts, then use the same top with a different bottom in the evening. If you plan to wear a garment over wet swimwear, check its label for water exposure and care instructions. Clothing worn at the beach is not necessarily designed for swimming; assess the fabric and intended use of each item.

Should you choose a pareo or a kimono?

For a piece you can tie in different ways, look at a pareo's dimensions and shape. For a layer worn from the shoulders, consider the cut of a kimono and how it opens or fastens. They need not serve the same purpose: one might be worn at the beach and the other over shorts or trousers. Choose according to your plans, preferred coverage and the clothes it will accompany.

From the beach to the rest of the day

Plan removable layers if your day includes different places around the coast. A kimono frames the upper look, while a pareo can be tied around the lower half. For lunch or a short walk, consider whether the fabric and tie give the coverage you want. Adding trousers to a simple top in the evening also gives the pieces in your suitcase another use. Planning colours together makes these transitions easier.

Combining prints in a holiday wardrobe

Look for a shared colour when choosing more than one printed piece. A prominent motif on a kimono and a smaller pattern elsewhere create different areas within the outfit. For a quieter approach, keep one printed garment and add solid colours. The floral edit offers another starting point for pieces you could also wear beyond a holiday. Assess each garment's water exposure and care information for your intended use.