The Best Memorial Day Outfits You Need To Be Wearing

Good Memorial Day outfits should help you celebrate the freedom that we have in the United States while honoring the veterans that gave their lives in order for us to enjoy this freedom. On Memorial Day, we want to make sure that those who served in the past aren’t forgotten and those in service now, know that we are thankful. Here are 10 Memorial Day outfits that will go with every and any activities you have planned for Memorial Day.

1. Red T-Shirt and Shorts

This is the ultimate barbeque outfit for a nice, relaxing day at home with your family. The T-shirt and jean shorts match the American flag perfectly without being all striped and starred. It’s also super comfortable and casual, which matches your relatively chill day. This is an outfit where you will match the holiday but you won’t seen like you’re trying too hard.

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2. Red White Blue Jacket

Who cares what you are wearing underneath when you have this awesome jacket on? Go wild with your off-theme t-shirts, jeans, and dresses because this jacket will cover it all up. This jacket with its red, white, and blue color block instantly transforms your look into an outfit that matches the American flag.

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3. Red White and Blue Flannel

You want to be comfortable and cozy on Memorial Day whether it’s because you need to wake up early or you live in a colder state. Nothing says comfortable and cozy quite like a nice flannel. This flannel top and jean combination represent the American flag so well and you will be perfectly in line with the theme. After all your activities, this outfit is also great for lounging at home on the couch.

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4. Sweater and Scarf

Comfortable and cozy is nice but you want something that will keep you warm. You want the whole body covered from head to toe because who knows how cold it will be. This sweater and scarf combination is adorable and exactly what you need to keep warm for Memorial Day. Not only do you have a turtleneck to keep your neck all warm and cozy but you will also have a scarf to keep your shoulders and neck extra warm. It’s always good to have extra coverage if you want it!

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5. Leather Jacket

This leather jacket might not seem obviously suitable for Memorial Day but this leather jacket embraces the patches and leather that were so popular in the 50s. There are only so many things you could do with a simple red, white, and blue color scheme. This outfit lets you celebrate the holiday and American fashion history at the same time!

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6. White Dress

Embrace one of the three American colors and wear white this Memorial Day. What’s great about this white dress is it not only celebrates American history and the sacrifice of American heroes but also celebrates the spring season that is happening outside your window! While you should remember what the meaning of the holiday, we also shouldn’t forget what season it is outside your door.

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7. White Suit

You might not need to go to work on Memorial Day but you want to treat Memorial Day with the same seriousness as you would for a normal workday. A great way to do that is by wearing a white suit! You will be able to celebrate their heroism but at the same time, mourn for their loss without wearing black and being overly depressing.

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8. Blue Stripes

If red seems too bright and colorful for you for Memorial Day, then you will like this blue striped set. This outfit draws inspiration from the blue stripes on the American flag and you will enjoy this day with the same mellow mindset as this outfit inspires.

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9. American Rock and Roll

This outfit also draws inspiration from the American fashion past. You will love how this shirt and these pants remind you of good ol’ American Rock and Roll period. Memorial Day is a great time to reflect on America’s past and thank the heroes of the past.

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10. Red Polka Dots and Blue Jeans

This is another old-timey outfit. All you need is a red bandana and an ice cream shake to look like you belong in an old school American diner! You will also love how comfortable this jean and polka dot shirt combination. Don’t be afraid to just veg out on your outfit in this outfit!

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Which Memorial Day outfits would you wear on Memorial Day? Tell us in the comments.

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