Spending a dreamy day in the Hamptons isn’t hard—choosing where to spend it is. Whether it’s a lazy Monday you’re after or a full weekend getaway, we’ve compiled an itinerary full of pampering, performances, and play at a must-visit roster of destinations out East.
8 a.m. – FORWARD__Space
Substitute your morning coffee for a visit to the iconic Barn in Bridgehampton, where FORWARD__Space, the jet-set’s dance and fitness studio, is returning for its seasonal summer residency. Each of Kristin Sudeikis’s classes combines dance, cardio, conditioning, and meditation for newcomers and experienced movers alike. Accompanied by a no-skip soundtrack, you’re guaranteed to leave both euphoric and sweaty.
10 a.m. — Ferragamo
Treat yourself to a morning visit at Topping Rose House, where Ferragamo is settling in with a four-day summer residency from July 23 to 26. Start in the Studio, where the Italian house has gathered its latest ready-to-wear, footwear, handbags, and accessories for men and women (think raffia handbags, supple leather goods, suede calfskin, and lightweight knits) alongside its newest eyewear and timepieces. Then wander out to the pool, where towels, umbrellas, and pillows dressed in the Gancini motif and a sun-washed palette of navy, beige, and mascarpone make lingering through the afternoon an alluring next step (if only!).
(A Burberry Bonus)
Swing back through Bridgehampton between August 13 and 16, when Burberry transforms Topping Rose House into its own summer outpost. Inside the bespoke pop-up, browse a tightly edited wardrobe spanning womenswear, menswear, and children’s clothing, with special inclusions of the House Check accessories and piqué polos in more than 20 colors. One-of-a-kind pieces from the Winter 2026 runway collection will also be present, plus trench coats and check cashmere scarves finished with custom Hamptons artwork.
11 a.m. — KHAITE
Head over to Water Mill, where KHAITE has quietly tucked its summer destination into the surrounding landscape. The invitation-only retreat offers a private shopping experience centered on the brand’s latest ready-to-wear and accessories collections, with the added opportunity to preview and pre-order select pieces from the Fall/Winter 2026 collection. A program of carefully curated experiences extends beyond the wardrobe, bringing a touch of Manhattan’s wild buzz to the East End. Access is reserved for a select group of clients, available at vip@khaite.com
12 p.m. – Shooster Arts & Literature
After a quick drive to Sag Harbor, drop by Shooster Arts & Literature to peruse Lauren Shooster’s collection of fine art, antiques, and rare books housed in a former ship chandlery. This July, the gallery is launching a Farm Annex, a seasonal farm stand bringing fresh flowers, produce, and more into the art space. But the real draw after your gallery visit/grocery run is a conversation series organized by director Pamela Willoughby, where artists, writers, and curators such as Max Blagg, Bill Fine, and Camille Okhio go deep on their work in an intimate setting.
2 p.m. – Violet Grey East Hampton
From there, head over to Violet Grey, the meticulously stocked luxury beauty retailer. The boutique has put down roots with three U.S. stores: on Melrose Place in Los Angeles, off Madison Avenue in Manhattan, and in East Hampton, the last of which opened in May. The space, designed by Rafael de Cárdenas in collaboration with Farin Samnani, harks back to the golden age of department store makeup counters, with product exclusives and in-store events featuring the kinds of brands that inspire ravenous loyalty all summer long.
3 p.m. – Hamptons Community Outreach
Later in the afternoon, step into the home studio of Purethread founder Jill Heller. Its pre-fall collection will be showcased in the intimate boutique on July 30, alongside summer styles from Agolde, Perfect White Tee, and B.B. Wallace. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill studio visit: A percentage of the proceeds from the shopping experience will go toward Hamptons Community Outreach, an organization providing essential services to underserved communities on the East End.
5 p.m. – BookHampton
Next, hit East Hampton’s Main Street and browse the shelves of BookHampton for your next beach read. Odds are it’ll be signed—the store’s calendar is stuffed to the gills with author talks all summer long. On the docket this season are appearances by Colson Whitehead, Glenn Fuhrman, Andrew Sean Greer, and Angela Duckworth. Maybe the beloved independent bookstore’s owner, legendary art dealer Larry Gagosian, will even stop by to listen in.
7 p.m. – Guild Hall
End the night at Guild Hall, the premier event space that’s been holding down the East End for nearly a century. This summer, it has the programming of record: For the cranky and literary, spend an evening with CULTURED cover star Fran Lebowitz. For the aesthetes, sit down for an evening with Met curator David Breslin. Or perhaps you’d rather catch the Pope of Trash, John Waters himself. From dance performances to discos, there’s no shortage of fun to be found.
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