Here’s the truth: Wearing a swimsuit is about as naked as we get in public.

Even those of us trying to whip up a body-positive attitude in this situation do appreciate some backup.

It’s all about having choice.

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Here’s how to hide in plain sight.

Hold the sarong behind you at either waist or chest level, depending on coverage goals.

Match your sarong to your suit or opt for a bright pop of color.

Sylvester Stallone and Jennifer Flavin beachside - he’s in patriotic stars and stripes shorts, a gray blue t-shirt and black kicks, she’s in a blue tank, black ruffled mini wrap over a halter bikini…no envy please.

A midi skirt looks romantic and right.Cover up where you need it or want it only.

Look for easy pull-on styles with a drawstring waist or smocked waistband.

Simply pull up the hem for some sun as you lounge.

Goldie Hawn in black sarong high on the chest over a black swimsuit; Seafolly Cotton Gauze Sarong; H & M Cotton Sarong

So much more sophisticated than your old oversized T-shirts.

Jennifer Lopez in a print chiffon caftan at the beach; Cover 2 Cover Black/ White Caftan Cover Up; H & M Kaftan With Buttons

H & M Long Skirt; Gap Smocked Waist Midi Skirt; Georgia Toffolo in pink tiered maxi skirt over a two-piece suit

Tallia Storm beach walk; H & M Long Dress With Flounce; Old Navy Ruffle-Tiered Waist-Defined Maxi