What to Wear in Tulum for Women (12 Outfit Ideas)
Short answer: Pack easy swimwear you can wear all day, then layer on linen, a light cover-up and flat sandals. Tulum is hot, humid and casual, so think swimsuit first, with breezy pieces for cobblestone streets, cenotes and sunset dinners.
Tulum days run from beach to bike ride to cenote to dinner, often without going back to the hotel. These 12 outfit ideas start with the swimsuit and build out from there, so you can pack less and still look put together.
1. Black halter one-piece for a beach club day
The Halter Wrap Front Tummy Control Swimsuit is black, ties behind the neck and has a deep V neckline with ruching across the midsection. It has padded cups and a moderate-to-high leg. Wear it with a white linen button-up left open, woven leather slides and a straw tote. Add gold hoops and a wide-brim hat. It goes from a lounge bed to a poolside lunch without a change, and the black hides sand and sunscreen marks well.
Halter Wrap Front Tummy Control Swimsuit · Black · $79
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2. Long-sleeve one-piece for cenote swims
The Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching and Sleeves is a black, long-sleeve, rash-guard style suit with a front zipper, white side stripes and a boyshort leg. It is a smart choice when you will be in and out of the water and in the sun for hours. Pair it with quick-dry shorts, water shoes you can walk in and a small dry bag. Add a baseball cap and a bandana for the ride back.
Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching and Sleeves · Black, Short Sleeve · $69
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3. Pink wrap-front one-piece for a photo-ready beach morning
The High Neck Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching is two-tone pink and hot pink with a crossover wrap front, flutter ruffle cap sleeves and a small midriff cutout. The back is open and the cut is high on the leg, with full-coverage briefs. Wear it with a cream crochet skirt tied at the hip, flat tan sandals and a shell necklace. Carry a woven bag and keep your sunglasses simple so the color does the talking.
High Neck Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching · Green · $79
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4. Tropical-print one-piece for the jungle side of Tulum
The Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching and Underwire has a wrap-style V neckline, wide straps and a structured bust, with gathered ruching across the bust and midsection. The blue and teal leaf print looks right at home among palms. Style it with a sage green linen shirt, denim cutoffs, sturdy sandals and a bucket hat. It is comfortable for a morning at the ruins and a long swim after. Check the size chart for the best fit through the bust.
Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching and Underwire · Teal Leaf Print · $89
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5. Black tankini set for bike rides along the coast
The Tummy Control Tankini with Boy Shorts and Underwire is a black two-piece with a halter neck, a twisted V-front top, side ruching and drawstring ties at the hips. The top is longer and fitted, and the boy shorts stay put on a bike. Add a loose white tank over it for the ride, a canvas crossbody bag, sport sandals and sunglasses with a strap. When you stop for tacos, you are already dressed for it.
Tummy Control Tankini with Boy Shorts and Underwire · Black · $79
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6. Brown halter tankini for a warm, earthy look
The Square Neck Tummy Control Tankini with Boy Shorts is a brown two-piece. The fitted, longer halter top has a deep V neckline, a tie back and a small metal buckle at the waist, matched on the low-rise boy shorts. The earthy color suits Tulum's sand and wood. Wear it with a gauzy ivory kimono, leather thong sandals, stacked gold bangles and a woven clutch. It works for a late brunch and a walk along the beach road.
Square Neck Tummy Control Tankini with Boy Shorts · Mocha Brown · $89
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7. Striped swim dress for an easy lunch by the water
The Cutout Tummy Control Swim Dress with Built in Shorts is navy and white striped with a halter neckline, a cross-front bodice, a cutout at the waist and a short, flared navy skirt. The skirt gives you a dress-like shape without a cover-up. Pair it with white leather sandals, a straw sun hat and small hoop earrings. Throw a denim jacket over your shoulders when the sea breeze picks up at sunset.
Cutout Tummy Control Swim Dress with Built in Shorts · Navy Stripe · $89
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8. Modest long-sleeve swim set for all-day sun
The Tummy Control Swim Dress with Built in Shorts and Sleeves is a black modest set: a long-sleeve crew-neck tunic that reaches the hips, with side ruching and a drawstring, plus full-length swim leggings underneath. It covers a lot of skin when the midday sun is strong. Add a wide-brim hat, polarized sunglasses and flat sandals. For dinner, swap the hat for a silk scarf in your hair and add a pair of drop earrings.
Tummy Control Swim Dress with Built in Shorts and Sleeves · Royal Blue · $99
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9. Retro black one-piece for a poolside afternoon
The V Neck Plus Size Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit is black with white piping at the V neckline, short sleeves with white cuffs and a small gold button at the bust. Ruched side panels give a smooth look through the tummy, and the leg cut is moderate. Pair it with cat-eye sunglasses, a red lip, a white wrap skirt and low wedge sandals. It has a polished, old-Hollywood feel that looks great against Tulum's turquoise water.
V Neck Plus Size Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit · Gray · $79
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10. Halter swim dress for beach-to-dinner days
The Cutout Plus Size Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit is a swimdress with a short attached skirt, a halter neckline, a sheer mesh panel at the chest and a ruched bodice. It comes in black, red and dark blue. Go with black, add a lightweight linen maxi skirt over it and flat gold sandals, and you are ready for dinner. Finish with a woven belt, a small shoulder bag and a pair of statement earrings.
Cutout Plus Size Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit · Red · $89
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11. Leopard color-block one-piece for a bolder day
The V Neck Wrap Front Tummy Control Swimsuit is black with leopard-print color blocks and crossover ruched panels. It has wide shoulder straps, a full-coverage bodice and a moderate-cut leg. Since the print is already doing a lot, keep the rest neutral: a tan linen shirt, white shorts, tan slides and a straw hat. A pair of small gold studs is enough. It is a good choice for a day trip where you want secure straps and good coverage.
V Neck Wrap Front Tummy Control Swimsuit · Black Leopard · $89
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12. Black high-waisted bikini for sunset on the sand
The Cutout High Waisted Bikini with Tummy Control Bottoms is a black two-piece with a twist-front top and high-rise bottoms with a wide, supportive band. It gives you the bikini look with a little more coverage at the waist. Wear it with a flowy printed sarong, leather flip-flops and layered gold necklaces. Bring a light cotton wrap for when the air cools after sunset, and a tote big enough for a towel and sandals.
Cutout High Waisted Bikini with Tummy Control Bottoms · Black · $69
See the swimsuitPack for heat, water and bumpy roads
Tulum is humid, so choose breathable layers like linen shirts, cotton wraps and loose skirts to wear over your suit. Flat sandals work best for sandy paths and uneven roads, and a pair of water shoes helps at rocky cenotes. Bring a wide-brim hat and a large tote. Many cenotes ask you to rinse off and skip regular sunscreen, so a suit with more coverage can be helpful. Pack reef-safe products and a quick-dry towel.
Choose your size with the chart, and shop with confidence
Swimsuits fit differently by cut, so measure your bust, waist and hips and compare them to the size chart on each product page before you order. If you are between sizes, think about how snug you like a suit for swimming and moving around. Shipping to the US is free and takes 7 to 14 business days, so order before your trip. If the fit is not right, email us within 30 days of delivery for a full refund, with free return shipping.
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Questions, answered
What should I wear in Tulum in the evening?
Keep it simple and breathable: a linen dress or a light skirt and top, with flat sandals or low wedges. Many people wear a swimsuit as a base layer under their outfit so they can go straight from the beach to dinner.
Do I need a cover-up in Tulum?
Yes, bring one or two. A linen shirt, a kimono or a wrap skirt covers you for cafes, shops and boutique hotels, and it also protects your shoulders from the sun.
What swimsuit style is best for cenotes?
A suit that stays in place for jumping and swimming works best. One-pieces, tankinis with boy shorts and sleeved styles are all good choices, and extra coverage helps with sun protection when many places limit sunscreen.