For most people Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, and that usually means there’s going to be a backyard BBQ or two to help kick off the season of sun and swim. Whether you’re hosting or attending, here are some fun outfit, decor, and party essentials to help you make the most of this holiday weekend. See our prep for MDW below.

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The unofficial start of summer means it’s time to break out the best of your warm-weather wardrobe! We’re talking all the shorts, sandals, and dresses you can get your hands on. Obviously a red, white, and blue theme is great if you’re going for coordinating family outfits, and these digs from Old Navy won’t ask you to sacrifice on style or comfort!

Baby Shoes
Baby Onesie
Boys’ Shoes
Boys’ Shorts
Boys’ Shirt
Girls’ Sandals
Girls’ Romper
Men’s Sneakers
Men’s Shorts
Men’s Shirt
Women’s Sandals
Women’s Shorts
Women’s Top

Deck the halls with all things Americana! Let freedom ring and style reign with these decor ideas. From indoors to outdoors, these pieces will help dress your home in patriotic pride.

Pillow Covers
Bike
Gnomes
Welcome Sign
Garden Flag
Banner
Freedom Sign
Wooden Sign
Centerpiece
Stars
Tray Decor
Pillow Covers
Bike
Gnomes
Welcome Sign
Garden Flag
Banner
Freedom Sign
Wooden Sign
Centerpiece
Stars
Tray Decor

Did someone say cookout?! Grab all your grilling and party planning essentials if you’re hosting the BBQ this year. These must-haves will help you make sure your party runs smoothly so you can kick back and relax (or at least pretend to).

Bug Zapper
Buffet Caddy
Cup Holder
Condiment Caddy
Drink Dispenser
Signs
Bowls
Coolers
Food Covers
Grill Tools
Bug Zapper
Buffet Caddy
Cup Holder
Condiment Caddy
Drink Dispenser
Signs
Bowls
Coolers
Food Covers
Grill Tools
a boy sitting beside the barbecue grill

Who doesn’t love a good blazer? It’s a great way to add flair to any outfit, taking it from plain and ordinary to elegant and extraordinary. With so many styles to choose from, it can be overwhelming trying to find the perfect blazer, but we’ve put together this handy little style guide to help you. See some of our favorite blazer styles below.

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This soft belted blazer is a feminine version of this style staple. Wear it with a cap-sleeved satin blouse and dark wash skinny jeans, and finish the look with heeled knee-high boots and a statement necklace.

Make this sophisticated double-breasted button blazer a little more sporty chic with a white v-neck tee, light wash jeans, glitter slip-on sneakers, and a layered chain necklace. This is a great weekend or girls’ day look.

Keep it classy with this polished peplum blazer. Perfect for the office, pair it with a ribbed mock neck midi dress and stiletto ankle booties. The look is completed with dazzling dangle earrings and simple stackable rings.

This ruched sleeve boyfriend blazer gets a subtly sexy spin with a lace strap cami, sleek ponte pants, and animal print mules. Add a set of beaded bracelets and sparkly studs and wear this outfit for date night.

Shop the Styles

Stud Earrings
Stud Earrings
Beaded Bracelet Set
Beaded Bracelet Set
Animal Print Mules
Animal Print Mules
Ponte Pants
Ponte Pants
Lace Strap Cami
Lace Strap Cami
Ruched Sleeve Boyfriend Blazer
Ruched Sleeve Boyfriend Blazer
Stackable Rings
Stackable Rings
Linear Drop Earrings
Linear Drop Earrings
Stiletto Ankle Booties
Stiletto Ankle Booties
Mock Neck Midi Dress
Mock Neck Midi Dress
Peplum Blazer
Peplum Blazer
Layered Chain Necklace
Layered Chain Necklace
Slip-On Sneakers
Slip-On Sneakers
Light Wash Jeans
Light Wash Jeans
V-Neck Tee
V-Neck Tee
Double Breasted Button Blazer
Double Breasted Button Blazer
Statement Necklace
Statement Necklace
Knee-High Boots
Knee-High Boots
Dark Wash Skinny Jeans
Dark Wash Skinny Jeans
Satin Blouse
Satin Blouse
Belted Blazer
Belted Blazer

Who doesn’t love a good blazer? It’s a great way to add flair to any outfit, taking it from plain and ordinary to elegant and extraordinary. With so many styles to choose from, it can be overwhelming trying to find the perfect blazer, but we’ve put together this handy little style guide to help you. See some of our favorite blazer styles below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

This soft belted blazer is a feminine version of this style staple. Wear it with a cap-sleeved satin blouse and dark wash skinny jeans, and finish the look with heeled knee-high boots and a statement necklace.

Make this sophisticated double-breasted button blazer a little more sporty chic with a white v-neck tee, light wash jeans, glitter slip-on sneakers, and a layered chain necklace. This is a great weekend or girls’ day look.

Keep it classy with this polished peplum blazer. Perfect for the office, pair it with a ribbed mock neck midi dress and stiletto ankle booties. The look is completed with dazzling dangle earrings and simple stackable rings.

This ruched sleeve boyfriend blazer gets a subtly sexy spin with a lace strap cami, sleek ponte pants, and animal print mules. Add a set of beaded bracelets and sparkly studs and wear this outfit for date night.

Shop the Styles

Stud Earrings
Stud Earrings
Beaded Bracelet Set
Beaded Bracelet Set
Animal Print Mules
Animal Print Mules
Ponte Pants
Ponte Pants
Lace Strap Cami
Lace Strap Cami
Ruched Sleeve Boyfriend Blazer
Ruched Sleeve Boyfriend Blazer
Stackable Rings
Stackable Rings
Linear Drop Earrings
Linear Drop Earrings
Stiletto Ankle Booties
Stiletto Ankle Booties
Mock Neck Midi Dress
Mock Neck Midi Dress
Peplum Blazer
Peplum Blazer
Layered Chain Necklace
Layered Chain Necklace
Slip-On Sneakers
Slip-On Sneakers
Light Wash Jeans
Light Wash Jeans
V-Neck Tee
V-Neck Tee
Double Breasted Button Blazer
Double Breasted Button Blazer
Statement Necklace
Statement Necklace
Knee-High Boots
Knee-High Boots
Dark Wash Skinny Jeans
Dark Wash Skinny Jeans
Satin Blouse
Satin Blouse
Belted Blazer
Belted Blazer
gold buttons on white jacket sleeve

Who doesn’t love a good blazer? It’s a great way to add flair to any outfit, taking it from plain and ordinary to elegant and extraordinary. With so many styles to choose from, it can be overwhelming trying to find the perfect blazer, but we’ve put together this handy little style guide to help you. See some of our favorite blazer styles below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

This soft belted blazer is a feminine version of this style staple. Wear it with a cap-sleeved satin blouse and dark wash skinny jeans, and finish the look with heeled knee-high boots and a statement necklace.

Make this sophisticated double-breasted button blazer a little more sporty chic with a white v-neck tee, light wash jeans, glitter slip-on sneakers, and a layered chain necklace. This is a great weekend or girls’ day look.

Keep it classy with this polished peplum blazer. Perfect for the office, pair it with a ribbed mock neck midi dress and stiletto ankle booties. The look is completed with dazzling dangle earrings and simple stackable rings.

This ruched sleeve boyfriend blazer gets a subtly sexy spin with a lace strap cami, sleek ponte pants, and animal print mules. Add a set of beaded bracelets and sparkly studs and wear this outfit for date night.

Shop the Styles

Stud Earrings
Stud Earrings
Beaded Bracelet Set
Beaded Bracelet Set
Animal Print Mules
Animal Print Mules
Ponte Pants
Ponte Pants
Lace Strap Cami
Lace Strap Cami
Ruched Sleeve Boyfriend Blazer
Ruched Sleeve Boyfriend Blazer
Stackable Rings
Stackable Rings
Linear Drop Earrings
Linear Drop Earrings
Stiletto Ankle Booties
Stiletto Ankle Booties
Mock Neck Midi Dress
Mock Neck Midi Dress
Peplum Blazer
Peplum Blazer
Layered Chain Necklace
Layered Chain Necklace
Slip-On Sneakers
Slip-On Sneakers
Light Wash Jeans
Light Wash Jeans
V-Neck Tee
V-Neck Tee
Double Breasted Button Blazer
Double Breasted Button Blazer
Statement Necklace
Statement Necklace
Knee-High Boots
Knee-High Boots
Dark Wash Skinny Jeans
Dark Wash Skinny Jeans
Satin Blouse
Satin Blouse
Belted Blazer
Belted Blazer