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My Summer Essentials (Cooling, Comfort, Style & Outdoor Fun)
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items These are my real summer essentials — the things that keep me cool, comfortable, and enjoying the season. From portable AC units and fans to sandals, pools, and easy summer outfits, this is everything I actually use when the weather heats up.”
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Cooling Essentials
Outdoor & Backyard fun
Summer Footwear
Summer Dresses
Sun Protection & Skincare
Hydration & Cooling Gear
Cooling Essentials
Everything you need to stay cool this summer!
In Oregon not every home is equipped with air conditioning. These portable air conditioners have been a life saver many times!
Portable Air Conditioners
Quiet, powerful, and super easy to set up.
Portable Air Conditioner, 8000 BTU for Rooms Up to 350 Sq. Ft. 4 Modes with Remote Control Quiet AC, Dehumidifier, Fan Includes Window Installation Kit, 24-Hour Timer,Sleep Mode,White - Walmart.com
My #1 summer essential — this cools a room FAST!
BLACK+DECKER 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Wifi & Remote Control, 3-1-in Air Conditioner, Fan & Dehumidifier, AC with App, Alexa & Google Assistant, Portable AC with Window Kit
This is the one I use — total lifesaver on hot days.
BLACK+DECKER BPT08HWTB Portable Air Conditioner with Heat, 8,000 BTU SACC/CEC (12,500 BTU ASHRAE), Cools Up to 350 Square Feet, White
Perfect for bedrooms, apartments, and small spaces.
Gymax 8000 BTU portable air conditioner air cooler portable ac portable ac unit floor air conditioner GYM14542
cools a room fast
AIRO COMFORT 16,000 BTU (12,000 BTU DOE) Portable Air Conditioner and Heater Dual Hose for 850 sq. ft. with Dehumidifier, DIY Kit Airo16K
Perfect for apartments, bedrooms, and small spaces.”
Vissani 5,000 BTU 115-Volt Window Air Conditioner for 150 sq. ft Rooms with Dehumidifier in White VW5024
Great for desks, nightstands, or small spaces.
Mini Portable Air Conditioner, Evaporative Air Cooler,Personal Air Cooling Fan and Humidifier with 4 Speeds 7 Colors for Room & Office Desk Outdoors Travel, White
Stay cool and cute! Lightweight and easy to move around.
Rowyig Portable Air Conditioners/Spray Fan, Rechargeable Mini Air Conditioner with 3 Speeds, Small Desk Air Conditioner Fan for Bedroom, Office, Outdoor(White) - Walmart.com
Tall, quiet, and powerful — perfect for bedrooms.
Costway 41 in. Evaporative Air Cooler Quiet Cooling Oscillating Tower Fan with Remote Control F1W-10N083U1
Great for windows or boosting airflow.
Lasko 20" Cool Colors Classic Box Fan with Weather-Resistant Motor, Portable Cooling Floor or Window Fan, 3 Speeds, Laguna Blue, B20312
A must‑have for errands, walks, or outdoor events. Lightweight and surprisingly powerful.
Lemolifys Portable Neck Fan, 6-Powerful Speeds Wearable Fan with 6000mAh Battery, USB Rechargeable Fan, Hands-Free 360° Cooling Personal Neck Fan for Indoor/Outdoor, Gift for Women, Men - Black
A budget‑friendly cooling option that actually works. Perfect for dry heat and stuffy rooms.
DIG Ocean Breeze Evaporative Mist Cooling System BC380
Outdoor & Backyard fun
All the things you need to have fun in the sun!
Perfect for cooling off without leaving home.
Coleman Power Steel 16' x 10' x 42" Oval Above Ground Pool Set - Walmart.com
Great for adults, kids, or lounging
Intex Ultra XTR 24 ft. x 12 ft. Rectangular 52 in. Deep Hard Sided Above Ground Pool Set with Pump 26363EHD
Easy setup and surprisingly durable.
Funsicle 14ft Activity Above Ground Metal Frame Swimming Pool, Includes SkimmerPlus Pump, Round, Age 6 & up
Adds instant summer vibes.
Mighty Rock 2 pack Inflatable Pool Float Mat 73"x34" Adult Lounger Float with Headrest Pool Lounge Chair Floating Blue
Luxury in the pool. Super comfy and perfect for relaxing.
Costway Canopy Inflatable Pool Float Lounge Swimming Raft
Keeps drinks close and cold. Cute and practical.
Miguan 15pcs Inflatable Drink Cup Holder Floating Drink Holder for Pool
Cute, simple, and perfect for quick cool‑downs.
Banzai 12-Foot Wigglin Water Sprinkler Multi-Color Lawn Toy for Kids Ages 3+
Perfect for keeping kids entertained all summer long.
AUOSHI Inflatable Water Slide with Blower, Bounce House Water Park for Kids with Slides, Climbing Wall, Large Splash Pool, Football, Volleyball and Water Guns Backyard Outdoor Bouncy Castle
Great for backyard play and burns off tons of energy.
Bunch O Balloons Tropical Party Water Slide Wipeout with 16ft Lane by ZURU
Perfect for races — everyone gets competitive in the best way.
18 x 5 ft - Slip and Slide, Water Slides for Kids - Backyard waterslide for Kids, Outdoor Fun Summer Water Toys, Water Activities for Kid and Adults for Backyard Fun, Ages 4-8, 5, 6, 7, 8-12 +
Perfect for storing all the summer toys, towels, and pool gear.
Patiowell 82 Gal. Heavy-Duty Outdoor Lockable Storage Deck Box in Black, Wood Look Outdoor Storage Box for Patio Furniture PASB84-0
Summer Footwear
Get ready for summer Feet!
Easy to dress up or down.
Women's Kirby Sandals - Universal Thread™ Red 8
My go‑to for errands and summer outfits.
Bovxnpu House Slippers for Women Casual Indoor/Outdoor Shoes, Women's Flowers Comfortable Spring And Summer Fashion Flat Sandals Comfy Indoor House Shoes - Walmart.com
Lightweight, comfy, and perfect for daily wear.
CUSHIONAIRE Cleo Girls Sandals, Flower Strap Dress Style Girls Dress Shoes with Cushioned Footbed and Adjustable Ankle Strap, GOLD 2
My go‑to summer sandal — comfy, cute, and goes with everything.
WQNVRNR Womens Boho Flat Sandals- Espadrille Sole Comfort Casual Open Toe Slip-On Shoes Spring Summer Slides Multicolor Size 12 - Walmart.com
Perfect for tired feet.
Cloud Slides - Original Cushion Comfort
Soft, squishy, and insanely comfortable.
Cloud Slides - Plush Dream
These are the cutest little summer sandals — the shark design is EVERYTHING.
Cloud Sharks - Kids Viral Slides
Summer Dresses
Keep cool and stylish with these flowy summer dresses.
Easy to style and super comfortable.
SHOWMALL Women's Plus Size Dress, Crossover Wrap V Neck Summer Dress with Pockets, Purpe 3X Elastic High Waist A-Line Casual Party Work Dress - Walmart.com
Lightweight, breathable, and perfect for hot days.
INSPIRE CHIC Women's Summer Tiered V Neck Ruffle Cap Sleeve Flowy A-Line Midi Dresses Small Dark Green
Perfect for summer weddings, parties, or any time you want to feel a little extra.
Sage Green Two Piece Floral Print Dress and Cardigan
Effortless and flattering.
USSUMA Womens Dresses Vacation, Womens Summer Flowy Ruffle Tiered Maxi Dress Casual Sleeveless Spaghetti Strap Loose Midi Dresses Boho Beach Party Sundress - Walmart.com
Great for heat waves.
Imily Bela Womens Tennis Athletic Mini Romper Dress with Built in Shorts Summer Vacation Outfits Beige M
One of those dresses that makes you feel instantly pretty without trying too hard.
Wine Red Embroidery Short Sleeve V Neck Dress
Great for a date night.
THDHVS Women's Casual Dresses,Summer Dresses for Women 2025,Womens Casual Sleeveless Summer Bodycon Wrap Mini Night Out Sundress Blue S - Walmart.com
Little black summer dress. Cool, airy, and timeless.
Imily Bela Womens Summer Mini Dress Deep V Neck Backless Ruffle Loose Short Dresses with Pockets Black M
Perfect for summer evenings or casual outings.
Pink Floral Print Short Tummy Coverage Square Neck Dress
Sun Protection & Skincare
Must haves when having fun in the sun.
When you just need a little protection. Quick, easy, and great for reapplying.
Hawaiian Tropic Weightless Hydration Clear Sunscreen Spray, SPF 30, 6 oz
Quick, easy, and great for reapplying.
Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Spray - SPF 70 - 6.5oz: Sun Protection for Face, Whole Body & Neck, PABA-Free
Lightweight, non‑greasy, and perfect for daily use.
Neutrogena Clear Face Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50, 3 fl oz
Easy to apply easy to carry around. A must‑have for summer.”
e.l.f. SKIN Suntouchable Invisi-Stick SPF 50, 0.63oz
Soothing and cooling.
Green Aloe Vera Gel -16oz - up&up™: Whole Body After Sun Treatment, 16oz, Gel Form
Sunburn relief in a convenient spray. Soothing and cooling.
Beauty by Earth Cooling After Sun Care Spray - With Organic Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Gel Spray for Sunburn Relief
Perfect after sun exposure.
Grace & Stella Rose Water Spray, Hydrating Facial Mist with Glycerin and Aloe Vera, All Skin Types, 30 mL - Walmart.com
Don't forget about your lips. Perfect for beach days.
Sun Bum Lip Balm - SPF 30 - 0.15oz: Moisturizing Coconut Flavor, Paraben-Free, Vegan, Travel Size, Lip Protection
Hydration & Cooling Gear
It's hot let's stay hydrated with cold drinks.
Nothing beat a great water bottle.
Iron Flask 40 oz Aurora Stainless Steel Water Bottle - Walmart.com
I have a collection of these bottles.
Owala 32oz FreeSip Stainless Steel Water Bottle - Misty Meadows
What a deal
Ozark Trail 30 oz Stainless Steel Insulated Tumbler with Handle, Navy Blue - Walmart.com
With a filter too!
LARQ Bottle Swig Top 23oz Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Free Filter Straw Eucalyptus Green
Extra hydration
DryWater Hydration Powder with Electrolytes and Vitamins, Peach Mango Flavor, 6 Pack
Ultimate hydration
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Vegan Powder Electrolyte Supplements - Strawberry Lemonade - 0.56oz/10ct
Coolers are a must have
Igloo 48 QT Laguna Hard Sided Ice Chest Cooler, Red White & Blue - Walmart.com
Who said coolers couldn't be cute?
RTIC Outdoors 15 Cans/ 13.3qt Everyday Cooler - Rosewood
I always like to have straws on me.
Tomorotec 15-Pack 12" Reusable Silicone Drinking Straws Compatible with Stanley Tumblers 20, 30, 40oz with 2 Cleaning Brushes, BPA-Free Food-Grade Vibrant Colors Flexible Straw(Girls Colors) - Walmart.com
You never know
LifeStraw Sip Reusable Steel Filter Straw with Carry Case Wasabi