All of a sudden, summer is here—and with the first long weekend of the season fast approaching, it’s high time to plan your Memorial Day outfits. This year, the holiday (and unofficial start of summer) falls on Monday, May 30, bringing vacation days, backyard barbecues, and warm weather along for the ride.
With so much to celebrate, this highly-anticipated holiday is your first chance to kick off the new season in style—and shop the best Memorial Day sales 2022 has to offer. Whether you’re traveling to a new destination, hitting the beach for the first time in months, or gathering with loved ones at a picnic, you know you can’t wait to break out your favorite summer dresses, wicker totes, and straw hats.
If you need some inspiration for your Memorial Day outfits, you’ve come to the right place. And while you’ll probably be able to repurpose your existing wardrobe, you can hit up some pretty amazing early Memorial Day clothing sales to fill in the gaps. Ahead, six no-fail Memorial Day outfit ideas that’ll make you the best-dressed person at any event.
Cropped Shirt + Wide-Leg Trousers
White-on-white is the definition of casual elegance. And since this look relies on cooling materials and loose silhouettes, it’s ideal for outdoor events. (Just watch out for mustard drips at your family’s cookout.) While tonal white clearly works well, don’t be afraid to experiment with your favorite colors—you might prefer a strappy lime green top or faded blue denim instead of white jeans.
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Zara Crop Poplin Shirt
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& Other Stories Voluminous Crop Top
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DL1961 Hepburn Wide Leg Jeans
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The Everlane Linen Way-High Drape Pant
White Button-Down + Jeans + Bucket Hat
Going to a low-key function on Memorial Day? Jeans and a breezy button-down always pair well together, but the combo really pops when you add the right accessories. With summer in the air, tropical pops of color like a peach bucket hat and lime-green bag, both from Amazon, tell just the right story. (Find more of the best Memorial Day Amazon deals here.) In the event of a scorcher, swap the shirt for a tank or bra top.
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Madewell Ex-Boyfriend Shirt
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Mother Tunnel Vision Wide Leg Jeans
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Chok.Lids Everyday Bucket Hat
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JW PEI Millie Shoulder Bag
Bright Blazer + Pleated Shorts
Memorial Day is the perfect time to break out this refreshing blend of tangerine and azure. It’s probably too hot out for a full suit, so pair your Technicolor blazer with some pleated shorts—don’t be afraid of Bermudas—and wear a lightweight polo or halter top underneath. Because you can re-wear your jacket with a pair of jeans or your shorts with a tee, you’ll get plenty of mileage out of each piece this summer.
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Zara Straight Cut Buttoned Blazer
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Mango Oversize Suit Blazer
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ASOS Design Linen Boxy Shorts
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Open Edit Bermuda Shorts
Sweatshirt + Maxi Dress
Bright, printed shirt dresses and sundresses are the epitome of relaxation, and pairing one with an unfussy layer and a pair of clog sandals or wedge espadrilles is a low-effort styling trick with high-impact results. The result is a dream for date nights and casual hangs (4th of July celebrations will be here before you know it)—simply slip your sweatshirt on and off depending on the temperature.
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FARM Rio Summer Dream Maxi Dress
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Acne Studios Appliquéd Sweatshirt
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Sojos Oversized Sunglasses
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Swedish Hasbeens New Braided Sandal
Lightweight Knit + Statement Trousers
Lean into your flower power this Memorial Day weekend with a pair of Pucci-esque pants. While they clearly look great with a classic knit top and some classic sunnies, you can really freestyle here: Go with a sheer top for a fun, psychedelic ’fit, or pare back with a simple white T-shirt.
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English Factory Short Sleeve Cardigan
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Madewell Parkwood Sweater Tank
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House of Sunny Nice To Meet You Pants
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Mango Flowy Straight-Fit Pants
Cropped Blouse + Maxi Skirt
Leave your mini skirt at home over the long weekend and opt for a more unexpected length: the maxi. This option is just as breezy, thanks to a side slit, and it shows just the right amount of skin when paired with a crop top. (You don’t have to go with tie-waist pieces, but don’t you love the balletcore of it all?) The classic combo of black and white makes enough impact on its own, so don’t overthink your accessories; simple sandals and sunglasses are just right here.
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Ninety Percent Eamon Tie Waist Top
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Indah Gigi Skirt
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BP. Rectangular Sunglasses
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Vince Camuto Semtera Sandal
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