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It’s All within the Particulars: Making the Most of a Lengthy Weekend

August 28, 2021

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Photo courtesy Stephanie Trotta

It’s all in the details

Make the most of a long weekend

What’s the secret to making a long weekend feel tedious? Do something different every day. It may seem counterintuitive, but endeavoring to remind you can help stave off the Monday horrors. But there’s no need to go overboard (it’s still a weekend): it turns out to do simple, soul-fulfilling things – like swimming in the ocean, enjoying a dreamy meal with loved ones, or flickering marshmallows in the back yard roasting fireflies – is an effective way to slow down time.

SATURDAY: EVERYONE ON BOARD

Start the weekend off on a good note by packing the cooler – a few helpful tips on how best to do it here – and taking it to the nearest sailable body of water with the boat rental. You’ll likely be staying there for a while, so it’s best to bring whatever you need: snacks, skin care products, plenty of sparkling wine …

Celine Eyewear Sunglasses Matchesfashion, $ 400

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The Organic Pharmacy Sunscreen, $ 69

Don’t forget to apply again.

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Solid color and striped bikini top, $ 78

Less is more.

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Solid Color & Striped Bikini Bottoms, $ 78 BUY NOW

goop wellness nerd alert goop, $ 55 for 60 / $ 30 for 30

Because there is no barista in the bay.

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Nili Lotan shirt tape, 295

A streaky wardrobe that
Moonlight as a cover-up.

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Proenza Schouler Shorts Goop, $ 350

Just the right summer white.

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Medina Mercantile Bag Goop, $ 60

A suitable basket for everything to take with you.

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Ginger, coriander and prawn salad in avocado halves

Hand Food FTW.

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Slip-Silk-Scrunchies-Goop, $ 39

Hair disheveled by the wind, it doesn’t matter.

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KORA Organics Hydration Mist Goop, $ 40

This skin upholstery
Fog is made with
Aloe Vera, blue
Daisies, microalgae,
and sea water.

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goop x Miami Cocktail Company limonata spritz goop, $ 12.99 for a pack of 4

Our favorite drink made from fresh
Juice and no added sugar.

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Loeffler Randall goopt, $ 250

Not your father’s boat shoes.

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Business & Pleasure Co. Cooler-Goop, $ 79

For ice-cold cans and raw vegetables.

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SUNDAY: BRUNCH CHEZ YOU

The Truth: Sharing a meal with people you love is the way some of your best and loved memories are made. If this meal is at your home, on a beautifully set table – complete with a linen tablecloth, Italian china, and flower arrangements that will last forever – even better.

Westman Atelier Highlighter Goop, $ 75

Play so rosy
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Catch the light every time
you raise your glass.

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The pink eater

Jug-perfect.

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goop x social studies glassware goop, $ 14

Fill with water, iced coffee,
freshly pressed OJ …

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goop x social studies cutlery set goop, $ 48

Made in Italy and made to last.

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G. Label Kai Goop Tiered Mini Dress, $ 545

Perfect for floating between the
Kitchen and back yard.

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Amanu Goop Sandals, $ 325

For the
not so barefoot
contessa.

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Fique + Clay placemat Goop, $ 24

These hand-woven miracles
bring a lot to the table.

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The Green Vase of Rose Plant Goop, $ 565

These beautiful hand-dyed paper roses
look just like in real life.

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Tex-Mex breakfast taco bar

A guaranteed crowd puller – and
great for large groups.

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La DoubleJ x Ladurée teapot, $ 275

A nice vessel for
the master brewer.

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Atelier Goop Saucier Napkins, $ 66

These, plus your favorite napkin rings.

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MONDAY: THE LAST SOIRÉE OF THE SEASON

Your final dinner party requires a casual ensemble (you don’t have to be the hostess who does the most), table decorations delivered to your doorstep (if you haven’t tried goop x Social Studies collaboration, now is the time) and delicious after-dinner activities that make the evening even more enjoyable.