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Plus Size Summer Essentials for Staying Cool & Comfortable☀️
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items Everything helping me survive summer as a plus size girl ☀️ From anti-chafe products and cooling essentials to comfy clothes, SPF, body care, and outfits that actually make me feel confident in the heat. These are my real-life summer staples I rebuy ...
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Comfy Summer Clothes
Staying Cool in The Summer Heat
Body Care for Big Girls
Comfy Summer Clothes
Lightweight, breathable summer pieces that don’t make me feel trapped in fabric.
A baggy short helps a lot
High-Waisted Wow Baggy Jean Shorts -- 5-inch inseam | Old Navy
The perfect crop top, hits at the right spot, and doesn't cling in the wrong stops
CloudMotion T-Shirt | Old Navy
If you haven't tried a caftan for the summer, what are you waiting for?
Yanziliu Women Plus Size V-Neck Kaftan Dress
A linen short is a must
High-Waisted Linen-Blend Shorts -- 3.5-inch inseam | Old Navy
A longer inseam can help with chafing
High-Waisted Relaxed Shorts -- 5-inch inseam | Old Navy
A cute summer dress that doesn’t make me feel trapped in fabric or fighting for my life in the humidity 😭 The fit is super flattering and comfy enough to wear all day.
Fit & Flare Sleeveless Linen-Blend Midi Dress | Old Navy
Flowy and affordable
Ksmien Women's 5"/7" Quick Dry Running Shorts
A good basic
Womens Acid Wash Crop Top Short Sleeve Tee
I love a long line bra
THE GYM PEOPLE Womens' Longline Wirefree Sports Bra
Flowly dress
OLRIK Plus Size Maxi Dress 2026 Summer
These are my “I wanna look cute but I also need arch support and emotional support” sandals 😭 They go with everything, give a little height, and are WAY more comfortable than normal platform sandals.
Crocs Brooklyn Women's Slingback Wedge Sandals
You get the look you want and they're comfortable
Women’s Metallic Buckle Saturday Sandal
I need a flow pant for summer, anything else is unacceptable
High Waisted Flowy Leopard Print Waffle Casual Baggy Joggers with Pockets
I wear these under dresses all summer because they stop chafing AND don’t roll up on my thighs
Halara UltraSculpt™ High Waisted Tummy Control Shaping Training Plus Size Biker Shorts 7'' with Pocket
Honestly one of the few dresses I can wear in summer without constantly adjusting myself every 5 seconds 😭
Everyday SoftlyZero™ Plush Plus Size Dress-Wannabe
I love Fashion Nova for bathingsuits
Second Skin 1 Piece Ruched Plunge Halter Swimsuit - Black | Fashion Nova
One of my favorite flattering plus size one-piece swimsuits for summer. The ruched material, stretchy fit, and supportive straps make this a really comfortable option for swimming, vacations, water parks, and beach days
Cressida 1 Piece Swimsuit - Leopard | Fashion Nova
A good option if you want a little more coverage
Leopard Print Pockets Swim Shorts
Matching long bikini top
Leopard Print Cross-Straps Bikini Top
A lightweight, buttery-soft halter top that’s cute enough for everyday wear but comfy enough to feel like activewear ☀️ Perfect for staying cool in the summer while still feeling supported and put together.
Plus Size SoftlyZero™ Airy Halter Draped Cool Touch Yoga Sports Top-UPF50+
The kind of oversized tee you end up wearing on repeat ✨ Soft, comfy, lightweight, and perfect for throwing on with biker shorts, leggings, or as a beach coverup all summer long.
Aerie Oversized V-Neck Boyfriend T-Shirt
A flowy linen-look maxi dress that’s effortless but still makes you feel put together ☀️ Lightweight, breathable, and perfect for those “I wanna be comfy but still cute” summer days.
Chocolate Textured Linen Look Scoop Floaty Maxi Dress
Staying Cool in The Summer Heat
Gotta keep cool when it's hot
CIVPOWER Neck Fan: Portable Personal Neck
A summer must-have for staying cool during hot weather. These cooling towels are perfect for outdoor activities, workouts, gardening, vacations, theme parks, and everyday plus size summer comfort.
Sukeen 4 Pack Cooling Towels (40"x12"),
I always have one of these in my car
Up-Tech® Misting Fan - Five Below
Perfect for yard work or when you're cleaning the house and overheating
Neck CoolingTube Reusable Ice Cooler Wearable
This is one of the best fans I’ve ever had in my life. I can’t explain it. It doesn’t just blow air around, it cools it!
Utilitech 28-in Indoor Oscillating Tower Fan, in BLACK/MATTE
I got this for my husband for Christmas and ended up buying everyone at my house one. It’s so good for summer.
Topcee Cooling Blanket 90x90 Queen Size
I swear it’s always the unexpected things that you end up, loving the most
Avolare Cooling Pillow Cases Queen Set of 2
Gotta stay hydrated, no matter what. I personally prefer ice water so that’s why I love this.
Owala 32oz FreeSip Stainless Steel Water Bottle - Read My Lips
Body Care for Big Girls
Nothing feels better than this to the face after a hot work out
Evian Brumisateur Moisturizing Facial Spray - Travel Size - 1.7 fl oz: Hypoallergenic, Water-Based, Sensitive Skin Suitable, Paraben-Free
Carry these around for a mid day refresher
Megababe Cucumber Mint Shower Sheets, 10 Wipes
A staple in my plus size summer survival routine. Witch hazel is great for refreshing sweaty skin, helping with irritation from chafing, and keeping my skin feeling clean during hot and humid weather.
T.N. Dickinson's Witch Hazel Astringent, 100% Natural, 16 fl oz
Powder is a big girls best friend
Megababe Dust Puff Body Powder Puff
If you’re a thigh chafing victim like me, this is basically summer survival in stick form 😭 It glides on super smooth, helps prevent irritation before it starts, and actually lets me wear dresses and shorts comfortably in the heat.
Megababe Thigh Rescue Anti-Chafe Gel - 2.5oz
Honestly, fighting for my life against summer humidity and this powder is one of my strongest soldiers.
Megababe Body Dust Powder - 6oz
A whole body deodorant is a must
Secret Whole Body Deodorant Spray - Peach & Vanilla - Aluminum-Free 3.5oz: Body Application - Feet, Under Arm, Groin Area
I like to layer this with my stick deodorant for maximum smell protection
Degree Ultra Clear Long Lasting Antiperspirant Deodorant Dry Spray, Pure Clean, 3.8 oz
The summer humidity has NOTHING on this soap 😭 Makes me feel super clean without that tight dry skin feeling afterward.
Dove Care and Protect Antibacterial Daily Use Softening Body Wash, 30.6 fl oz
Vacation Sunscreen Body Oil SPF 50 has quickly become one of my favorite summer essentials ☀️✨ It gives your skin that glowy, beachy look without feeling greasy, while still giving solid SPF 50 protection. Lightweight, hydrating, and it smells SO goo...
Salt Water Vanilla Sunscreen Body Oil Broad Spectrum SPF 50 - Saltair | Ulta Beauty
Helps fight odor while also helping with dark underarms + ingrown hairs ✨ Lightweight, skincare-inspired, and actually smells good.
Santal Bloom 5% AHA Serum Deodorant - Saltair | Ulta Beauty
Deeply moisturizing body butter that leaves your skin soft, smooth, and glowy without feeling greasy ✨ Perfect for dry summer skin and layering after showers or shaving.
Golden Hour Multi-Lipid Replenishing Body Butter - Saltair | Ulta Beauty
It has a nice cooling effect that feels so good in the summer, also really helps to fight body odor
Naturium The Energizer Cooling Body Wash - 16.9 fl oz: Basic Cleansing, For Whole Body, Contains Alpha Hydroxy
Perfect for that sunscreen, touchup midday
e.l.f. SKIN All Set For Sun SPF 45 Spray