August 12, 2026

5 Essentials to Pack for Labor Day Weekend

Even though summer is coming to a close, there’s still time to savor the sunshine—because one more long weekend is on the horizon! If you’re planning a getaway to celebrate the season’s grand finale, fill your suitcase with styles for all the fun in store. Here are five wardrobe staples we’re taking along for Labor Day.

1. Cool & Comfy Active Looks: Begin your days on the bright side with sporty styles for all the ways you move. Head to sunrise yoga at the beach in our new Endurance Legging and beloved Ballad Sweatshirt or pop on the Westley Active Dress for pickleball. If you prefer a more relaxed start, take a stroll to the coffee shop in our latest Downtime Jersey lounge pieces: the Kai Cardigan, Marsaille Tank, and Callie Pant.

2. Chic Swim Ensembles: If one more dip in the ocean or afternoon poolside is calling your name, dive into our favorite swim styles. We love the sporty stripes of the Rhiannan One-Piece, the cutout design of the Evelia One-Piece, or the novelty shell hardware of the Andarna Top and Mikkel Bottom. A white cover-up is an elegant choice that goes with everything; try the Kwitney in seaside-inspired eyelet or the gauzy Enzo Pant.

3. Versatile Navy & White Pieces: Classic, coastal, effortlessly polished—these crisp hues feel right at home from boat days to backyard barbecues. Our ideal navy-and-white capsule includes matching sets like Eudora Vest/Sarissa Short and Annaleese Top/Sanders Maxi Skirt, elevated basics like the Clairmont Top, and all-day dresses like the printed chambray Calloway or beautifully detailed Wayland. P.S. Matching sets are the ultimate packing hack; wear them together for fuss-free dressing or mix them with the solids in your suitcase for endless outfit options.

4. Layers for Cool Evenings: As summer transitions into fall, evenings bring a welcome chill in the air. For sunset boat rides, bonfires on the sand, or after dinner ice cream outings, tuck a lightweight layer like the Jovienne Sweater, Brockton Sweater, or Seaspray Linen Jacket into your bag. If sweater weather hasn’t quite arrived, add knit texture to your wardrobe with the Shayna Sweater Vest, which features metallic stripes that shine now and all autumn long.

5. Outfit-Completing Accessories: Round out your packing list with little details that bring your looks together. To make accessorizing simple, choose hardworking neutral pieces that go with everything, like a wicker bag (we love the Leena or Sienna), gold stud earrings, and the Lilly Sandal, which just arrived in navy! You’ll also want our wide-brimmed Shade Seeker Hat and oversized Sandy Isle Sunglasses for the season's final beach days.

Soak in every moment of summer! xx Lilly