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You'll live in this crochet cover-up set the moment the weather turns warm enough for it. An open-weave cardigan with a collar and a full row of buttons pairs with matching drawstring shorts in the same chunky crochet, so the two pieces are designed to go over your bikini together rather than as separates you have to match yourself. The weave is hollowed out all over, which is what lets your swimsuit show through underneath. Throw the cardigan on over the shorts and you're covered for the walk from the pool to lunch.
Buying the cardigan and shorts as one set is what makes this work as an outfit rather than a lucky find. A separate crochet top and crochet shorts usually come from two different weaves, so the holes are different sizes and the set never quite matches. Cutting both from the same yarn keeps the weave identical top to bottom. Worth knowing before you order: it's open-weave everywhere, so this sits over a bikini rather than replacing it - that's the point of a crochet set, not a gap in coverage.
It's a relaxed, loose fit through both the cardigan and the shorts, with the cardigan sitting at hip length and the shorts finishing mid-thigh. Compare your measurements to our size chart before you order, and if you're between sizes, size up. Fit shifts a little with torso length, and that extra bit of room tends to sit better than going too snug.
You'll find this one made from a polyester crochet-style knit, which is what gives the open weave its structure without adding weight. We'd suggest a gentle hand wash in cool water and laying it flat to dry, away from direct heat, which keeps the shape and finish intact for longer. Check the care label on your own garment as well.
It's the set that means you never have to think twice about what to grab over your swimsuit - the cardigan and shorts are already matched, so you just put both on and go.
What size crochet cover-up set should I order if I'm between sizes?
Go with the larger size in both pieces. The loose, relaxed cut means the bigger option will still sit well rather than pulling at the weave.
Do I need to wear something underneath it?
Yes - the weave is open throughout, so you'll want your bikini or something similar on underneath.
What is it made from?
It's made from a polyester crochet-style knit. We don't have a percentage breakdown, so we're not going to invent one for you.
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