COASTAL CHIC

Textures of the Tide: Linen, Crochet & Fluid Silhouettes in Coastal Fashion

Written By: Priyanka Bimal

Designers are leaning into craft: open weaves, hand-feel fabrics, tie details, and sculpted drapes that turn even the simplest beach dress into a styled statement.

Coastal fashion is no longer just about colour — it’s about texture, movement, and touch. The modern shoreline wardrobe is built on breathable fabrics, artisanal weaves, and silhouettes that flow with the breeze. Linen that wrinkles beautifully, crochet that reveals and conceals, raffia that grounds a look in nature — these tactile elements define today’s refined resort aesthetic. From relaxed tailoring to fluid layering, texture-led styling brings depth and intention to every outfit by the water.

A playful coastal palette begins with colour and clean silhouettes. A bright, coordinated tank top and beach shorts set from Tory Burch channels a Barbiecore-inspired beach mood — confident, cheerful, and camera-ready.

The breezy coastal shirt gets a directional update from Zimmermann with cropped hems and tie-up detailing. Instead of oversized and borrowed-from-the-boys, the new coastal shirt is shaped, styled, and slightly rebellious.

No textured coastal wardrobe is complete without a statement beach bag — and raffia remains the gold standard. Zimmermann’s raffia styles transform a practical carryall into a design feature.

No textured coastal wardrobe is complete without a statement beach bag — and raffia remains the gold standard. Zimmermann’s raffia styles transform a practical carryall into a design feature.

Raffia brings organic texture that instantly signals resort dressing. Carry it with a crochet dress, a printed wrap, or tailored shorts — it adapts across outfits without losing identity.

In many ways, the raffia bag does what a great beach dress does — it sets the tone of the entire look with one decisive texture choice.

The kaftan top remains one of the most versatile coastal pieces — and La Double J brings it to life through bold prints and silk-rich fabrics.

Paired with tailored or relaxed beach shorts, the kaftan top becomes a dynamic alternative to a beach long dress for women or women's beach maxi dress. It offers the same airflow and drama but with greater styling flexibility.

Choose fluid fabrics that move — silk blends, modal, or lightweight cotton. The drape is what creates the luxe effect. Half-tuck the front, belt it loosely, or let it flow free depending on the occasion.The kaftan top remains one of the most versatile coastal pieces — and La Double J brings it to life through bold prints and silk-rich fabrics.

Paired with tailored or relaxed beach shorts, the kaftan top becomes a dynamic alternative to a beach long dress for women or women's beach maxi dress. It offers the same airflow and drama but with greater styling flexibility.

Choose fluid fabrics that move — silk blends, modal, or lightweight cotton. The drape is what creates the luxe effect. Half-tuck the front, belt it loosely, or let it flow free depending on the occasion.

Texture Play in Modern Beach Style

Few looks transition from swim to social as smoothly as a coordinated bikini-and-skirt set. Zimmermann’s matching sets create a cohesive silhouette that reads styled rather than improvised.

A flowing skirt layered over a bikini bottom delivers the elegance of a long beach dress for women while preserving the practicality of swimwear. Choose chiffon, voile, or lightweight linen skirts that move easily and catch evening light.

This coordinated approach also fits beautifully into a city beach dress wardrobe — add a cropped shirt or lightweight blazer and you’re ready for rooftop drinks or marina dinners.

Whether you reach for a beach dress, a crochet dress, a kaftan top, or polished beach shorts, texture ensures the look feels intentional rather than basic.

From sunrise walks to sundowner soirées, textured coastal dressing brings dimension, comfort, and quiet drama — exactly what great resort style should do.

Written By: Priyanka Bimal

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