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We've got you covered! 38 beach cover-ups and hats to wear this summer

Ready to hit the beach? Don't forget a cover-up and hat, the must-haves to stride onto the beach in style.
/ Source: TODAY Contributor

After carefully choosing the perfect bathing suit — one that’s flattering, comfy and flaunts your best assets — it's time for the fun stuff: cover-ups and hats!

Both are easy to fit and wear, which removes a lot of the stress of shopping. They provide coverage when you need it and add that extra bit of style for a chic beach or pool look.

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Sofia Vergara is decked out in beachy blue while filming a commercial in Los Angeles, California.Jean Baptiste Lacroix / WireImage

Style expert Lilliana Vazquez, founder of TheLVGuide.com, dropped by TODAY Friday with the best affordable options out there.

Not only are these versatile pieces great for a summer day, you can also easily work them into your everyday wardrobe.

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Need more inspiration? We’ve got you covered with shopping options galore.

Cover-ups

1. Swim by Anthropologie Pommed Beach Pants, $58

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anthropologie.com

2. Out From Under Myra Midi Cover-up, $59

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urbanoutfitters.com

3. Out From Under Lola Beach Caftan Cover-up, $59

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urbanoutfitters.com

4. Crinkled Handkerchief Dress, $69.99

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jcrew.com

5. Beachcomber Cover-up Romper, $88

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madewell.com

6. La Sirena Cover-up Poncho, $118

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madewell.com

7. Sicily Cover-up Dress in Totem Stripe, $74.99

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Madewell.com

8. Tie-Dye Hand Embroidered Poncho, $39.99

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Zara.com

9. Swift Movements Blue and Ivory Kaftan Cover-up, $41

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Lulus.com

10. Wind and Sea Lovely Black Print Cover-up, $42

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Lulus.com

11. Canal Cruise Navy Blue Embroidered Kaftan Cover-up, $66

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Lulus.com

12. Strike a Chord Ivory Embroidered Cover-up, $49

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Lulus.com

13. Somedays Lovin' Riviera Blue Print Kaftan Cover-up, $82

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Lulus.com

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Hats

14. Chatham Sun Hat, $68

Best beach coverups and hats - Chatham Sun Hat, Anthropologie
anthropologie.com

15. Midships Sun Hat, Anthropologie, $88

Best beach coverups and hats - Midships Sun Hat, Anthropologie
anthropologie.com

16. Dreamer Jute Nubby Panama Hat, $39

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urbanoutfitters.com

17. Kimchi Blue Sun Daze Straw Floppy Hat, $19.99

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urbanoutfitters.com

18. Color Blocked Straw Floppy Hat, $34.90

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express.com

19. Mixed Pattern Straw Floppy Hat, $34.90

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express.com

20. Contrast-Brim Hat, $34.50

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jcrew.com

21. Two-Tone Straw Hat, $14.90

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Forever21

22. Floppy Floral Straw Hat, $14.90

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Forever21

23. Two-Tone Sun Hat, Zara, $12.99

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Zara.com

24. ASOS Tall Cheesecloth Cold Shoulder Cross Back Beach Cover-up, $35.59

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ASOS.com

25. ASOS Oversized Straw Floppy Hat, $25.88

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ASOS.com

26. ASOS Oversized Straw Hat in Ombre Space Dye, $29.12

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ASOS.com

27. ASOS Oversized Straw Floppy Hat in Mono Colour Block, $29.12

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ASOS.com

28. High Noon Dark Grey Sun Hat, $22

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Lulus.com

29. Fringe Hem Crochet Swing Dress, $48.45

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Missguided.com

30. Pom Pom Tassel Festival Straw Fedora, $16.15

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Missguided.com

31. Merona Floppy Straw Hat, Tan with Black Checkered Weave, $14.99

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Target.com

32. Madeline Straw Boater Hat, $19.99

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Urbanoutfitters.com

33. Future's So Bright Sun Hat, $14.99

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Modcloth.com

34. All Sun and Games Hat, $44.99

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Modcloth.com

35. Colorblock Straw Hat, $39.99

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BananaRebublic.com

36. Straw Hat with Pompom Band, $19.99

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hm.com

37. Fiona Hat, $34

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Sundayafternoons.com

38. Straw Panama Hat, $39.99

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Shop.mango.com

TODAY.com contributor Lisa A. Flam is a news and lifestyles reporter in New York. Follow her on Twitter and Facebook.