MUST-HAVE LOOKS FOR MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
Summer is so close we can almost taste it, LIT babes. The change in seasons is always an exciting opportunity to reset and refresh — including your mindset, your goals, and of course, your wardrobe.
For many of us, Memorial Day might signify the official start to summer. Maybe you’re spending the long weekend in the city, enjoying all the sites and bites the city has to offer as things increasingly reopen. Or, maybe you’re lucky enough to be headed away on a weekend trip. Some of our favorite Summer destinations — think the Cape, Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard and the Hamptons — are about to get LIT.
No matter your plans, picking the perfect LIT fits is an essential part of celebrating the long weekend and the start of Summer.
Not sure where to start? Don’t worry babe, we’ve got you covered. Here are some of our must-have outfit essentials for MDW. Spoiler alert, these looks are sure to last all Summer long, so let’s get started.
POP OF COLOR
Let’s be real: we’ve largely spent the last year inside, and we’re coming out of the grays of winter snow and spring showers. It’s time to add a little color to the mix! This year’s trending Pantone Color Palettes are filled with bright vivid shades in all colors, from bright pinks and vibrant purples, to neon greens, sunny yellows, bright blues and eye-catching oranges. It’s time to introduce these shades into your wardrobe.
If you want to cultivate a vacay vibe (MDW is a long weekend, after all) look for dresses and rompers that not only provide color, but also play with patterns that bring to mind beachy days and getaways. This is the perfect mentality if you’re going away for the weekend too. One of our must-packs is the Bexley Romper Pink Majestic Palm — guaranteed to bring the beach to wherever you are. But no worries if patterns aren’t your thing — solid styles like the Evander Ribbed Mini Dress Apple Green provide a simple, clean take on the pop of color vibe.
If you simply can’t decide between colors, find a look that incorporates complementary ones! We’re loving the Mimosa Blooms Lauren Tie Mini Dress, which screams tropical summer vibes. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can also try your own color blocking: for example, maybe you rock the Driss One Shoulder Tank Chartreuse with the Axton Oversized Button Down Top Lavender for an eye-catching aesthetic. Pro tip, this kind of creative color blocking will leave room for layering — which is key in these early days of Summer, and especially if you’re going out at night.
SUMMER WHITES
A LIT babe loves her options. So you may want to plan some outfits with a more monochrome vibe to complement your colorful options. It’s all about feeling your vibe and matching your look to the moment, and Memorial Day screams ‘summer whites.’
Memorial Day Weekend is considered by some to be the beginning of white outfit season. And while we’ve never been one to play by the rules, we’re all in favor of breaking out our favorite white monochrome looks. After all, you’re going to need a white look to compliment that tan you’re starting to build!
If you’re heading to a beach town, shopping, wining or dining, pack some white dresses for the perfect mix of beauty and breeziness. One of our favorites is the Living the Dream Mini Dress White. With an adorable eyelet pattern, tie sleeves and a button down front, this dress is perfect for exploring new locations and soaking up summer sun. We also love the Bellamy Linen Shirt Dress White. This belted beauty is the perfect mix of preppy meets casual.
Heading out for drinks in the city? We’re obsessed with matching sets, and summer sets are obviously no exception. For a summer white spin on the set trend, try pairing the Claudia Crop Top White Linen with the Iva Wrap Skirt White Linen. Bonus, this look transitions flawlessly from day to night!
ALL THE ACCESSORIES
LIT babes know that your look is never complete without the perfect accessories. Don’t forget to think about all the details in planning your MDW outfits (and outfits for Summer festivities that follow). Sometimes, the perfect bag, hat or piece of jewelry makes all the difference in showing off your personality and expressing your vibe.
If you’re down for the pop of color theme we talked about earlier, than we have just the bag(s) for you. For beachy, seaside excursions, check out the Vada Raffia Tote Fuschia: it’s bright, beautiful and big enough to fit all the items you’re taking with you for a fun day out. On the flip side, for nights out in the city or the seaside, brighten up your go-to cross body with the Maple Crossbody Dijon, or one of the other beautiful colors we’ve got (it also comes in red and emerald)!
Now, for one of our favorite topics: jewelry. If your outfit is a little understated or monochrome, don’t be afraid to make a statement with accessories. For your necklace, try something eye-catching like the Triple Disco Fever Choker Rose Gold or the Aaralyn Multi Chain Necklace Gold; or, find fun earrings that make a statement like the Maia Raffia Fan Earring Multi. If you want to be a bit more minimalist, you can never go wrong with dainty gold jewels like the Chloe Mini Huggies Gold, or a mix-and-match of gold rings.
Finally, just know that you can never go wrong if you top it all off with a hat. The Decker Straw Sun Hat NaturalBlue will go with almost any color scheme you choose for your outfit, and will give a little protection from that strong Summer sun — much-needed after a long winter indoors! After that, grab some sunnies and you’ll be good to go, ready for anything this MDW.
The weather is heating up, and with a few new outfits, your look will be just as hot. So, here’s to a LIT summer ahead — we can’t wait to see what you wear and where you wear it!