I'm shopping these 56 early Memorial Day clothing sales at Athleta, J.Crew and more

CNN

15-05-2025

Memorial Day isn't just the unofficial start of summer — think of it as your golden ticket to refresh your wardrobe without breaking the bank. As retailers roll out major discounts to kick off the season, shoppers can expect steep markdowns on everything from summer staples like shorts, sneakers and swimwear to designer pieces and statement dresses. Whether you're planning beach trips, backyard BBQs or need a closet refresh, we've rounded up the best early Memorial Day clothing deals at Athleta, Lands' End, Columbia and other top retailers.
Head to Adidas to get your summer workout wardrobe, well, worked out. Right now, take up to 30% off select full-priced and sale styles with code SUNSHINE. Score discounted Ultraboost running shoes, Court sneakers and more.
Adidas Women's SL 72 OG Shoes
A classic streetwear sneaker is a must in any wardrobe rotation. These retro sneakers feature suede overlays on a narrow silhouette. Select colors are on sale to bring a pop of color into your ensembles.
Adidas Women's Cloudfoam Pure Shoes
Hit all your fitness goals this season with a pair of running shoes that prioritize comfort. With "cloud" in its name, these sneakers are designed to cushion each step.
Adidas Men's Ultraboost 1.0 Shoes
The popular Ultraboost line has earned rave reviews from CNN Underscored experts, even stacking up against the cult-favorite pairs. We loved the 1.0 for low-impact activities.Read our review
Adidas Men's Grand Court 2.0 Shoes
Look like you put in thought without actually having to do so. White sneakers lay an effortless outfit base for trousers, jeans, shorts and more. This versatile pair is marked down by 20% in white and black variations. Refresh your wardrobe with the chic offerings of Ann Taylor. Taking 25% off full-priced purchases, plan your vacation fits with its matching linen sets and Euro-inspired dresses. All your dressy needs are covered while women's suiting is 30% off. Sale items are getting the same treatment too, with an extra 40% off.
Ann Taylor Dotted Linen Blend Midi Dress
A quintessential summer pattern, polka dots are printed all over this adorable linen midi dress. It's ready for picnics, cobblestoned travels and more.
Ann Taylor Ribbed Sleeveless Button Top
Great for transitioning from work to happy hours, this high-neck tank elevates business casual wardrobes while keeping you cool in the summer.
Ann Taylor The Strapless Vest in Fluid Crepe
Suit up with this luxe-looking, strapless vest. It pairs seamlessly with matching wide-leg pants (also on sale). Don't fret about wardrobe mishaps because gripper tape lines its top edge.
Ann Taylor Mesh Ballet Flats
Ballet flats are the penultimate summer shoe. Hop onto the latest mesh style trends while this pair is marked 25% off in gold and red. Gap's activewear brand just added a fresh batch of clothing to its sale section ahead of Memorial Day, giving you a new wave of colors and styles to score for less. Take up to 60% off sports bra tanks, seamless leggings, linen pants and more.
Athleta Purpose Crop Sports Bra A-C
Time and time again, I rely on Athleta's size-inclusive sports bra tanks to outfit my workouts. All eight colors of this cropped top is up to 60% off.
Athleta Elation Ultra High Rise 7/8 Legging
Transition from downyard dog into child's pose with ease while wearing these hugging, smooth tights. It comes in a dozen of on-sale colors.
Athleta 3-Inch Weekender High Rise Stripe Run Short
New arrival to Athleta's activewear lineup, these shorts are seeing a rare discount upon their drop. They feature a high-rise fit with a cinchable waistband.
Athleta All About Crossbody Belt Bag
Many of my family members own Athleta's belt bag, frequently taking it on their travels and amusement park days. Right now, it's marked down in a variety of colors. Wedding season is in full swing, so if you want to be the best-dressed guest, run to Banana Republic's sale on select women's dresses and men's suits. For a limited window, score 30% off colorful dresses and formal gowns to linen short-sleeves and herringbone slacks.
Banana Republic Twisted Shoulder Maxi Dress
Adopting a Grecian-like silhouette, this flowy maxi dress is a vision at dressy wedding dinners. Pair it with kitten heels or strappy sandals this summer.
Banana Republic Matte Silk Cowl-Neck Backless Maxi Dress
Available in regular, tall and petite sizes, this cowl-neck dress aims to please. It's fully stocked in three colors, including this muted yellow.
Banana Republic Slim-Fit Linen-Cotton Dress Shirt
Keep cool without sacrificing style by wearing this linen dress shirt. The breezy button-down comes in pastel stripes and solid neutrals that pair well with dress pants and shorts alike.
Banana Republic Herringbone Cotton-Linen Relaxed Suit Pant
If you've got a beachside wedding on the books, these linen trousers fit right in. Pair it with a plain white tee or snag the matching herringbone jacket while discounted. For all your destination travels, Chico's has a dressy yet comfortable shirt for the occasion. Stock up while there's 40% off tops when you buy two or more, or save 25% off on one top. Plus, newly added sale styles get extra markdowns of up to 50%.
Chico's No Iron Scalloped Placket Shirt
Make your travel plans ten times easier by packing this no-iron shirt. It's made from a sateen fabric for ready wear out of the suitcase.
Chico's Butterfly Voile Short Sleeve Shirt
Bring cheery, colorful patterns into your closet. Embrace the brightness by pairing with a pair of cream-colored chinos or a matching navy skirt.
Chico's Everyday 3/4 Sleeve V-Neck Tee
With Chico's sale, you can grab multiples of this versatile basic. It comes in nearly 20 colors after all, including white and navy to pink and green.
Chico's Linen Embroidered Hem Blouse
A vision on vacations, this embroidered blouse comes in a pretty white and coral color. Its linen material helps keep you cool on the go, too. Plus, it's getting an extra 25% off in the cart. Columbia's Memorial Day sale hasn't started just yet, but that doesn't mean you can't cash in on great outerwear deals ahead of the weekend. As the countdown begins, the retailer has great value rain jackets, hiking pants, gear and more for all your summer adventures.
Columbia Men's Pouration II Jacket
No doubt, a rainstorm will threaten the sunshine at some point this summer. Don't let it rain on your parade because you can have a trusty rain jacket on hand, and this one is $50 off in six colors.
Columbia Men's Redmond II Mid Waterproof Shoes
If this season's plans include hiking and other outdoor activities, protect your feet with waterproof shoes. It comes in half sizes and standard and wide widths.
Columbia Women's Hikebound II Jacket
Shield yourself and your belongings from sporadic rain showers with this stone-toned rain jacket. It features a bevy of hidden pockets, a cinch-able hood and a pair of Velcro cuffs. Columbia Women's Trailstorm Hiker 2-Strap Sandals
Avoid hot pavements or shelly beaches with these strappy outdoor sandals. They're curved to offer better cushion and comfort, while its non-slip sole and straps help keep it secure. Everlane's range of fairly produced, sustainable and minimalist basics is as much as 70% off. Take a gander at its sale section to find women's clothing steeply marked down, making it a great time to update your summer wardrobe with a few new white tees or a pair of ballet flats.
Everlane The Form Tank
A plain tee and tank top are key capsule pieces for hot-weather wardrobes. This option from Everlane comes in four basic colors that are all on sale.
Everlane The Day Glove in Narrow Fit
The Day Glove is my go-to ballet flats because they style well with virtually anything. And like their name alludes, it molds to your foot shape with each wear.
Everlane The Cutaway Tank Bodysuit
For days spent on rooftops or hitting the town, this high-neck bodysuit makes a great outfit base for the summer. It's also made from soft Supima cotton for comfy all-day wear.
Everlane The Dream Maxi Skirt
Inspired by popular 90s silhouettes, this chic maxi skirt adopts a straight silhouette with a back slit. It styles easily with anything from flats and low kitten heels to sneakers. J.Crew is kicking off Memorial Day early, with up to 50% off sitewide — meaning there are fantastic deals on vacation-ready essentials like gauzy linens, airy maxi dresses and strappy sandals. Prices are as marked, so everything's transparent upfront.
J.Crew Stretch Cotton-Blend V-Neck Top
A bit more elevated take on a classic tank, this V-neck top has a flattering, plunging neckline. Choose from five on-sale colors, and style it with your preference of gold or silver jewelry.
J.Crew Drop-Waist Mixy Dress
Dresses are a great must-have summer staple because they make you look put together without having to put in much effort. This stylish drop-waisted dress keeps your movement free.
J.Crew Rugby Shirt With Striped Placket
With boat shoes and rugby shirts popping back up, preppy styles are clearly on trend right now. So there's no better place to shop than at the preppy retailer, especially while this top is nearly 30% off.
J.Crew 5.5-Inch Pier Short
Keep strolls as light and breezy as possible with these pull-on, stretchy shorts. While they're down to as low as $47, grab a few different colors to keep your rotation stocked. Lands' End's Memorial Day sale is the best time to stock up on swimwear, beachwear, vacation clothing and those famous canvas tote bags: You'll be able to save 40% on your online order and 60% on sale items with code SUNGLOW.
Lands' End Medium Natural 5 Pocket Open Top Canvas Tote Bag
Tote all your beach belongings inside Lands' End's bestselling bag. Customize its style, size, color and handles, starting at just $32.
Lands' End Women's Tugless Low Leg One Piece Swimsuit
Our readers love the Tugless one-piece because of its stay-put design and cute scoop neckline. Even better, it spans cup sizes up to DDD, as well as plus and long torso sizes.
Lands' End Women's Tummy Control Swim Skirt
If you prefer a bit more coverage on the water, this swim skirt is your best match. It rises high on the waist while also featuring compressive lining.
Lands' End Women's Power Performance Scoop Neck Curved Hem Tunic Tee
Wear this lightweight tee while you're upping your step count. It touts moisture-wicking properties and UPF 50 sun protection.
The denim go-to is throwing a pretty worthwhile deal when you buy two or more denim bottoms. Save 30% when you shop for anything across the men's and women's sections, from jorts to wide-leg jeans.
Levi's Women's Rolled 80s Mom Shorts
I'm not a huge advocate for shorts, but this pair has a loose fit that seems comfy enough in the warmer months. The denim sale is shaping up to save you $20.
Levi's 318 Shaping Wide Leg Women's Jeans
We may be past jean temperature, but you might as well snag a pair for much less and save them for cooler seasons. This wide-leg pair goes well with pointed-toe shoes.
Levi's Men's 550 Relaxed Fit Jeans
Embracing a 70s-inspired aesthetic, these jeans have been a classic in the Levi's catalog. It features extra room throughout and puddles slightly at the bottom.
Levi's Men's 12-Inch 469 Loose Shorts
Jorts are all the rage these days. Shop the latest trend for as little as $35 during this denim event. All nine colors are applicable for the discount, so you might as well stock up. Deals are running rampant at Macy's. Take advantage of huge bargains like up to 70% off Nike, accessories for under $100 and more. Men can add to their wardrobe of polished button-downs and dress shoes while Macy's takes up to 60% off men's clothing from brands like Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and Hugo Boss.
Kate Spade New York Liv Leather Shoulder Bag
Designer handbags from Kate Spade are all over the Macy's sale section, including this pretty lilac-colored purse. It's all yours for 40% off.
Adidas Women's Break Net Sleek Casual Sneakers
Shake up your footwear with a pair of colorful court sneakers from Adidas. This eye-catching royal blue design can bring more visual interest to your fits.
Nike Men's 6-Inch Club Flow Relaxed-Fit Drawstring Shorts
Blending sport with style, these woven shorts have a relaxed fit and a breathable mesh lining that makes them a warm-weather favorite.
Cole Haan Men's Grand Series Jensen Sneakers
Toeing the line of dressy and casual, these all-white sneakers from Cole Haan can go with just about anything in your closet, for under $100. Nordstrom is filled with on-sale clothing for men and women. You'll find tons of Skims shapewear and intimates, as well as stylish footwear including everything from Adidas Stan Smiths to Hoka running shoes. New markdowns are frequently joining the fold, all up to 50% off.
Skims Fits Everybody Crossover Bralette
Incredibly comfortable and seamless, this bralette goes undetected under thinner, light-colored tops. I owned it in about three different colors and appreciated its soft stretchiness. Read our review
Zella Studio Luxe Pocket Bike Shorts
Beloved by stylists, these biker shorts from Zella are functional with their thick fabric and pockets. The style comes in standard sizing as well as plus sizes, going up to 4X.
Polo Ralph Lauren Pima Cotton Polo
With brunch plans or birthday parties on the horizon, dress accordingly with this nice polo from Ralph Lauren. Its navy color matches well with plain trousers and shorts. Hoka Men's Arahi 7 Running Shoes
Based on our testing, these Hoka running shoes proved to be some of the most stable shoes in Hoka's lineup, designed to prevent your foot from rolling. At Nordstrom, they're just under $100. Old Navy's sales result in famously incredible bargains, and ahead of Memorial Day, you can take 50% off all tees, tanks, swim and shorts. Whether you're shopping for your fast-growing kids or yourself, there's a ton of great deals on everything you need to survive the warm season.
Old Navy High-Waisted Linen-Blend Straight Ankle Pants
I run to Old Navy when I'm looking for neutral basics. So, I was thrilled to see these cute linen pants on sale. The style feels crisp and airy in the summer.
Old Navy Snug Crop Tank Top
For just $6, you can grab multiples of this tank top in 13 on-sale colors. It hits right at the mid-waist, so you can wear both high-waisted and low-waisted styles.
Old Navy Classic Fit Everyday Linen-Blend Shirt
You don't have to pay top dollar to snag linens for your closet. Old Navy has this quality linen button-down for just $20. It comes in an assortment of complementary striped patterns.
Old Navy 7-Inch Twill Jogger Shorts
Light and breezy, these spandex-twill blend men's shorts feature an elastic drawstring waistband to customize their fit. The prices of over 20 colors are slashed in half right now. Soma, home of super-comfy pajamas as well as bras, underwear and shapewear, is hosting its annual Bra Event, which marks bras down to just $29. It includes the brand's array of wireless, mesh, push-up, unlined and demi bras.
Soma Enbliss Wireless Bra
While not a true push-up bra, the Enbliss bra still offers nice padding. It also has a seamless design that keeps it invisible under T-shirts. Its material feels soft and smooth, too.
Soma Vanishing 360 Front-Close Bra
Those who struggle to clasp their bras due to mobility issues or otherwise can appreciate this front-close bra. With Soma's sale, this style is over 50% off.
Soma Balconette Unlined Bra With Lace
Surprisingly comfy, this lace-lined bralette is equal parts stylish and practical. It's unlined but offers great support because of its adjustable straps and latch closures. While it looks rigid, it offers a nice stretch.
Soma Vanishing 360 Perfect Coverage Bra with Lace Trim
In search of an everyday bra? Look no further than this full-coverage pick with lace details. It's available in an on-sale black and tan, and with today's discount, it's 61% off. As the next major holiday on the books, Memorial Day offers some of the best discounts of the year, with prices slashed by up to 70% on everything from summer wardrobe essentials. It's the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe with trendy items like breezy dresses, comfy shorts and stylish sandals.
Beyond the savings, Memorial Day sales are a great way to get ahead of the summer shopping dash. By shopping early, you'll have first dibs on the season's hottest trends, ensuring you don't miss out on the perfect items.
Our deals team has over a decade of combined commerce journalism experience. Rikka Altland, Jacqueline Saguin and Elena Matarazzo source the best deals of the day each morning to curate one-offs and retailer-specific roundups on the top products to shop, searching everything from coveted tech essentials to fashion deals.