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The Perfect: Memorial Day Weekend
The unofficial start of summer requires celebrating in style.
Welcome to "The Perfect," ELLE.com's weekly roundup, where we lay out exactly what you'll need for the perfect outfit, shopping list, Saturday night, or whatever it may be. In a shopping landscape where the options are endless, consider it a complete snapshot of must-haves.
Screw the lunar calendar, Memorial Day weekend is the true sign that summer has arrived. Whether you're traveling somewhere to celebrate the long weekend or relaxing staycation-style, welcome the new season with a great outfit, book, and spot to post up and enjoy it all.
Swimsuit
Shop one of the summer's first style collaborations: This printed suit mixes a classic shape and print to beautiful effect.
Joie x Solid & Striped Anne-Marie Swimsuit, $176; joie.com
Shorts
Pulled on over a bathing suit or styled with one of the season's biggest trends, cutoffs are a summertime staple.
Madewell Jean Shorts, $65; madewell.com
Book
The writer behind The Girl on the Train is back with another page-turner that's destined to be buzzy.
"Into the Water," $17; amazon.com
Shirt
Embroidery makes a laid-back shape feel more special than a basic cover-up.
Tibi Embroidered Crop Top $375; tibi.com
Body Oil
Summery clothes means more skin is on display. A luxe oil adds moisture with the added benefit of long-lasting fragrance.
Tom Ford Soleil Blanc Body Oil, $72; nordstrom.com
Sandals
Leather slides have the DNA of an easy daytime shoe, but are elegant enough to work for evening.
Ancient Greek Sandals Thais Raffia Sandals, $310; ancient-greek-sandals.com
Outdoor Drinks
The only true way to mark the start of summer? Cocktails al fresco.
The Asbury Hotel, New Jersey
Sunglasses
Shades become an integral part of your outfit come the sunnier months. Pick a luxe style that looks good on or perched on your head.
Ferragamo Sunglasses, $375; ferragamo.com
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