Elan Stripe Tie Shoulder Cotton Cover-Up Dress

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Elan’s Stripe Tie Shoulder Cotton Cover-Up Dress packs coastal ease and low-key charm into one head-turning layer. Lightweight 100% cotton gives it a breezy, lifted feel that lets the skin breathe—exactly what you want after a swim or as you move from sun-drenched afternoons to bare-legged evenings. The mixed vertical and horizontal stripes playfully clash in just the right way, adding visual movement while keeping things effortless and unfussy. Adjustable tie straps bring a soft hit of whimsy, letting you tweak the neckline as the mood strikes while bringing a subtle femme edge to the relaxed, square-cut silhouette.

The slip-on shape is intentionally unfussy, floating just above the knee and skimming the body with an easy touch—roomy enough to toss on over a bikini but considered enough to hold its own with barely-there sandals and stacked bangles. The ties allow you to personalize the shoulder fit, whether you prefer a looser drape or something cinched a bit higher, and the pure cotton construction means instant comfort, no matter how sticky the day gets. It folds down quietly in your weekender, doubles for impromptu grocery runs or rooftop lunches, and moves easily from poolside to patio, the kind of layered piece that never looks out of place from beach to city.

Elan leans on beach-bound versatility and playful tailoring—this cover-up is right in step with the season’s love affair with stripes and throw-on-and-go dresses that do the most with minimal effort. Think of it as an essential for your summer lineup, with a silhouette and palette that slot effortlessly into every casual, sunwashed plan on your calendar.