Customers overwhelmingly praise this garment for its exceptional comfort, lightweight breathable fabric, and soft airy texture perfect for hot weather. Many highlight its remarkable versatility—wearing it as a swim cover-up, casual dress, nightgown, and loungewear. Reviewers consistently commend the quality construction and note it runs true to size with a roomy but not sloppy fit. The quick-drying, machine-washable fabric makes it practical for daily use. A few mention the curved hemline runs longer than expected or find the fabric thinner than anticipated, but most customers purchased multiple colors, reflecting strong overall satisfaction.
I bought this a few weeks ago and am very happy with it. I live at the shore so when I first get up in the morning, I like to throw it on and sit on the back deck and have a nice c
Joan
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 2, 2026
Cover up dress
Fit: True to size
So comfy, like it really well, size is true to fitting
Tammy
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 25, 2026
Just right
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Comfy to wear to pool, and able to put in dryer with minimal shrink.
Cdee
Kansas
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 24, 2026
Comfortable coverup
Fit: A little large
The gauze cloud cotton cover up was not exactly what I expected but I found a good use for it. I wear it as a nightgown/ house dress, and it makes a great house dress/ nightgown.
Carol
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 19, 2026
Pretty
Fit: True to size
Cute but thicker and tougher material than I thought gauzy cloud would be
Janet P
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 18, 2026
Lovely Dress
Fit: A little large
I love this dress. It's extremely comfortable and cute. I wear it at home around the house with a t-shirt underneath, and it's easy to wash
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 30, 2026
Pool Cover up
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Small
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing
It’s very comfortable and not clingy. I wear as a pool cover up and also as a nightgown. Not too long/short so it’s not constricting
Muffyann
Stedman,nc
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 21, 2026
Too long
Weight: 160-170 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
I’m not sure how tall the model is in the photo because I’m 5’7” and it hits right at my knee, which I feel is too long for a bathing suit cover-up. Also, it is not soft and qualit
Response from L.L.Bean
May 22, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
We are sorry the Cloud Gauze Cover Up is not what you'd hoped. We appreciate the feedback. You can return within one year with proof of purchase. A member of our team will reach out to assist.
Crm1121
VA
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 17, 2026
Another winner from LLBean
Weight: 160-170 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
Living in North Scottsdale, I have a few L L Bean's cloud gauze items, as they are wonderful for our hot weather, not to mention the fabric is great, all of them are well made. Tho
Long term customer
North Scottsdale, AZ
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 5, 2026
nice beach cover up but runs small
Fit: Too small
Nice quality beach cover up but runs small. Bought it on sale so didn't bother to return it.
Response from L.L.Bean
May 7, 2026
By Customer service team
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry the cover up fit smaller than expected. You may return within 1 year with proof of purchase. A member of our team will be reaching out.
NorCal
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 1, 2026
Cool and comfortable
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
Best cover-up I've ever had. So cool to wear on a hot day. Liked it so well that I ordered the white one! Excellent quality!
Barbie R
Mississippi
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 13, 2026
Coverup
Fit: Too large
Poor quality and fit, just did not like it. Maybe next time
Happy
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 4, 2026
Swim Coverup
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel
This is a perfect coverup but needs pockets. Very light and breezy.
mbb1
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 29, 2026
I like it for very hot days
Fit: A little large
It’s a little large. I tried to shrink it and it is still to large but the fabric is perfect
elisabeth
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 28, 2026
Perfect for Lounging and PJ's
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Small
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
Love this dress I bought two colors the blue and the pink. I lounge around house with them and also use them as a night gown.
Crissy
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 21, 2026
Not well made
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing
The fabric is ok quality. The style is ok too. But it was not well made. The whole thing looks rough and twisted. The sewing line is not straight. I am going to wear it as sleepw
wanda
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 12, 2026
Beautiful dress & fabric but altering to size down
Weight: 100 lbs and under
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: X-Small
Fit: A little large
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Beautiful dress and fabric.
Dress was a little too large under the arms and a little longer than I wanted, but I loved the fabric and the style so much that I took it too. My Alte
Jweber
Atlanta, Georgia
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Verified Purchase
★★★★★★★★★★
September 16, 2025
Comfy and Cool
Fit: True to size
Comfortable and smart looking. Sale price was great bonus!
CAAOT
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Verified Purchase
★★★★★★★★★★
September 5, 2025
Great swim coverup or sleep shift!
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing
Extremely comfortable. It made me fall in love with cloud cause. Great for travel because it could be for swim or sleep. It is flattering and subtle.
Long Term Bean Customer
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 15, 2025
Hemline was longer than anticipated
Fit: True to size
This was a great lightweight coverup which could work as a casual dress - I am a petite size large and found the length to be too long for what I wanted - since the hemline was cur
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