Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer: beach days, backyard barbecues, exploring a new town, and nights out. Here are Memorial Day weekend outfit ideas for each plan, plus a mix-and-match packing list for a long weekend away, in sizes S to 3XL.
Beach day: a bikini with a matching cover-up
A three-piece bikini set with a coordinating cover-up takes you from the sand to the beach bar without a full outfit change.
Shop the Estella 3-Piece Bikini Set
Shop the White Sun Medallion Bikini Co-Ord Set
Backyard BBQ: an easy romper
A tie-front romper is cool, comfortable, and works for grilling, lawn games, and sitting on a picnic blanket. Add flat sandals.
Shop the Why Playa Blue Tie-Front Romper
Daytime sightseeing: a white denim mini
Exploring a beach town or wine country? A white denim mini dress with sneakers is crisp, summery, and easy to walk in all day.
Shop the Lisa White Denim Mini Dress
Night out: a linen jumpsuit
For dinner or drinks, a strapless linen jumpsuit feels polished and stays cool on a warm night. Add heeled sandals and statement earrings.
Shop the Criss Linen Cotton Strapless Jumpsuit
Plus-size beach pick
A shaping one-piece with medium stretch gives support and smoothing for a confident beach day.
Shop the White Medium-Stretch Shaping Swimsuit
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Long weekend packing list (3 nights)
| Item | Wear it for |
|---|---|
| 2 swimsuits + 1 cover-up | Beach and pool days |
| 1 romper | BBQ, travel day |
| 1 casual mini dress | Sightseeing, brunch |
| 1 jumpsuit or dressy set | Night out |
| Denim shorts + 2 tops | Mix and match all weekend |
| Denim jacket | Cool evenings |
| Flat sandals, sneakers, 1 heel | Every plan |
Day-to-night tips
- Swap sneakers for heeled sandals and add gold jewelry.
- Your cover-up can double as a sundress for lunch.
- Choose breathable fabrics like linen and cotton for hot days.
- Stick to one color story so every piece mixes.
Shop more in Vacation & Resort Wear and Swimwear. Looking ahead to July? See our 4th of July Outfits.