Holiday cover-ups from River Island, Monsoon and more

Whether you go for a classic floral print from Laura Ashley, which would work perfectly poolside but also in the garden sipping Pimm’s whilst watching your Husband do the gardening. Or an Ibiza-inspired ikat print kaftan from Monsoon that would roll up nicely in your straw bag- no muss, no fuss. 

The statement ruffle sleeve with bright tassels and embroidered detail is a personal favourite from Simply Be.

Add a pair of cut off denim shorts and pom-pom lined gladiator sandals for a spot of late afternoon sightseeing.

The gorgeous colours and the longer length of the Anjuna dress by Heidi Klein makes it the perfect choice for beach to evening attire by adding a pair of chunky wooden heels and letting your salt soaked tresses dry naturally. Look to Made in Chelsea star Binky Felstead who has nailed this look beautifully.

Actress Katie Holmes shows how to do red carpet glamour by choosing a kaftan in a darker shade with a longer length sleeve, sleek hair and a glossy lip whilst Kelly Brook looks radiant in dressed up pink and silver hoop earrings- villa party ready. 

But however you wear it, stand tall, wear a crown and be sweet on the inside just like the glitter pineapple kaftan from River Island!

Crochet tie-up kaftan, £30, Topshop (0344 984 0264, topshop.com)

Zebra-print kaftan, £38, Reger by Janet Reger at Debenhams (0344 800 8877, debenhams.com)

Embroidered kaftan, £12, Primark (primark.com)

Playsuit, £38, Figleaves 

Zigzag-print kaftan, £24, M&Co (0333 202 0720, mandco.com)

Kaftan, £45, Marks & Spencer (0333 014 8000, marksandspencer.com)