One of our favorite things about Summer is being outside and basking in the sun. With the amazing weather and late-night sunsets, there are endless opportunities to do so. Beach days, barbecues, and evenings spent enjoying cocktails on the patio are all crucial seasonal experiences and require equally cute, Summer-ready ensembles — and Memorial Day is just the tip of the iceberg. The biggest things to be mindful of when dressing for an outdoor fete are your hemlines (in case you want to sit cross-legged on that picnic blanket), your accessories (superlong necklaces can be cumbersome), and your choice of footwear (heels sinking into grass are never a good thing). We're helping you find the perfect fashion formula by styling up three examples of what to wear when you're invited to an outdoor bash. Click through to see and shop them all now.
Keep Calm and Carryall: The Best Bags to Tote All Summer
The switch to Summer isn't complete until you've ditched the heavy leather totes in favor of something that's a whole lot lighter — but big enough to hold your iPad and a favorite beach read or two. It really doesn't matter if you're vacation-bound or just headed to work; this season is all about lightening up, and we're starting with your everyday bag. With pops of color, classic Summer stripes, perforated details, and bright prints, this set is both totally on-trend and entirely functional. Consider this your call to tote-swap — just click through to shop the most stylish ways to stash your stuff all Summer.
Shop Rebecca Minkoff's Memorial Day Sale!
City chic label Rebecca Minkoff introduces its Memorial Day Weekend Event today, offering between 30% and 60% off select handbags, accessories, and apparel. Our shopping cart is brimming with treasures, including a summery ombré jacket, a woven pink shoulder bag, and caged persimmon sandals.
Save Up to 40% Off at Spanx!
Shape up for Summer. Spanx has just kicked off a blowout Memorial Day Sale, offering up to 40% off select styles, including swimwear, body shapers, bras, shaping panties, non-shaping panties, tights, activewear, apparel, and Spanx for men. Stock up now and prep for every Summer party dress.
Shopbop's Memorial Day Is Here!
Save 30% on Swimwear at Saks!
Heading to the pool or the beach anytime soon? Make sure you’re in the very best swimwear. Now through June 26, Saks Fifth Avenue is offering 30% off select swim styles, including cover-ups and one- and two-piece swimsuits. We’re lusting after an embroidered Milly tunic and Missoni bandeau bikini.
Want to Walk a Mile in Beyoncé's Shoes? Take Her Espadrilles for a Spin
One of the first things we spotted when Beyoncé shared snaps of her and Jay-Z's recent anniversary trip to Cuba was her smashing Tabitha Simmons striped espadrille sneakers ($395). Against the backdrop of her black blazer and leather pants, they stood out in the best way. Even if you're not jet-setting to exotic locales like Bey, you can still get her look locally. Work her exact Simmons espadrilles into your Summer wardrobe with everything from dresses to denim cutoffs. We also love the idea of sporting them with other bold patterns for a mixed-prints styling. Ready to treat your feet? Score Beyoncé's shoes, then be sure to shop other celebrity must-have items while you're at it.

Not Your Old Jean Jacket: Summer's Hottest Updates on a Staple

From oversize grunge appeal to classic cuts, there's no denying that denim jackets are back with a vengeance. Pair a boxier cut with a minidress for a tomboy appeal, or pair a printed rendition with solid accompaniments for a head-turning look. Our favorite pairing? You can never go wrong with the quintessentially sweet Summer dress and a jean jacket. Shop our picks from J Brand, Topshop, Rag & Bone, and more right now.
Sienna Miller Shows You How to Add Polish to Your Boyfriend Jeans
Sienna Miller took to the streets of NYC sporting cool Paper Denim & Cloth distressed boyfriend jeans ($218) — but she didn't style them in the traditional slouchy fashion we've grown accustomed to. The actress opted to go the opposite direction with feminine pieces from head to toe by choosing a white lace blouse and a pair of blue suede pumps. She then tied a printed scarf around her waist for a unique alternative to a belt and added round retro-style Karen Walker tortoiseshell sunglasses ($280). So the next time you reach for your boyfriend jeans, channel Sienna. In fact, start now by shopping our picks of similar pieces below.

Get Your Shop On at Nordstrom's Half-Yearly Sale!
Nordstrom just kicked off its famous Half-Yearly Sale, boasting up to 40 percent savings on a range of must-have Spring and Summer clothes, shoes, and accessories. Our shopping list includes standout party dresses from the likes of Tibi, Naeem Khan, and Rachel Roy; sleek mini bags from Foley + Corinna and Rebecca Minkoff; and eye-catching skirts from 3.1 Phillip Lim, Kate Spade, and Marni. The styling possibilities are endless — shop all of our top Nordstrom sale picks below.
