Six Summer Friday Essentials to Buy in Boston

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Ease out of your inbox and into the weekend like a pro with these items.

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For sunny rooftop lounging
Lunette Optic

One of the quickest ways to signal you’re off duty is with a great pair of sunglasses. At Lunette, you’ll find fashion-forward frames from luxury brands, along with the store’s signature line, Mora, that make more of a statement than your standard pair. Throw them on post-Zoom, and you’re instantly in vacay mode.

Back Bay and other locations, lunetteoptic.com.

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For sunscreen you’ll actually want to reapply
Credo Beauty

A good summer Friday starts with SPF you won’t abandon after noon. At Credo Beauty, known for its rigorously vetted clean formulas, you’ll find sheer, mineral-based options that disappear into the skin without the usual chalky finish. It’s the one step that makes your “working from a patio” era feel just slightly more responsible.

Beacon Hill and Back Bay, credobeauty.com.

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For carryalls that fit your laptop—and a bottle of wine
Loewe

Your bag should handle both sides of the day, fitting your work essentials while still feeling weekend-ready. Look to Loewe’s signature totes in woven leather or raffia for something that feels equal parts polished and escapist.

Back Bay, loewe.com.

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For a well-timed pour
Simon Pearce

If your last email of the day involves a glass of rosé, you might as well pour it into something beautiful. New England maker Simon Pearce’s handblown glassware adds a sense of occasion to even the most casual Friday afternoon, making your kitchen counter—or back deck—feel a little more like a destination.

Back Bay and Chestnut Hill, simonpearce.com.

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For the perfect al fresco shirt
Todd Snyder

Nothing bridges work and weekend quite like a linen button-down. Todd Snyder’s version is tailored enough for a last-minute meeting, but looks just right gently blowing in the breeze on your favorite Seaport patio. The slight rumple just makes it cooler.

Seaport and Chestnut Hill, toddsnyder.com.

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For slides that go from desk to drinks
Veronica Beard

It’s no surprise that changing your shoes can simultaneously change your mindset. Swap your workday pumps for a pair of minimalist leather slides that can pull double duty at the office and wherever you’re off to next. It’s a small move that makes the whole outfit feel like a Friday.

Back Bay, veronicabeard.com.

This article was first published in the print edition of the June 2026 issue, with the headline,“Summer Fridays, Unplugged.”