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    The 5 Summer Essentials You Need on Your Packing List

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    Beach days, road trips, staying cool in the city — summer is synonymous with a jam-packed agenda. Luckily, we’ve got you covered in the style department. Here, our guide to dressing for the season: uber-comfy sandals, airy dresses and unique swimsuits you’ll practically live in.

    Light-As-Air Dresses

    When the temperatures reach scorching highs, there’s nothing like a breezy dress to bring some ease back to dressing. Look for light fabrics like linen or cotton plus relaxed silhouettes to make it the ultimate one-and-done outfit option.

    summer dresses from american eagle

    American Eagle

    summer dress from aritzia

    Aritzia

    RW&CO.

    RW&CO.

    Wear-All-Day Sandals

    More than any other style essential, your summer footwear selection should marry charm and true function. Sleek leather slides, elegant espadrilles and utilitarian-style sandals are perfect pairs that will take you from daytime obligations to an under-the-stars patio evening, no need to change!

    birkenstocks from softmoc

    Soft Moc

    heeled sandals from browns shoes

    Browns Shoes

    Soft Moc

    Soft Moc

    Sporty Swimsuits

    Whether it’s a lake dip, lengths in the pool or basking in the glorious sun, you’ll definitely need a reliable swimsuit to get you through July and August. We love one-piece bathers amped up with cool detail (think one-shouldered cuts or bright, bold colour) and, for the guys, slim-fit swim trunks that don’t skimp on personality.

    swimsuit from la vie en rose

    La Vie En Rose

    men's swimsuit from sporting life

    Sporting Life

    American Eagle

    American Eagle

    Glow-Getting Beauty

    The best part about summer is that your beauty routine becomes its most minimal. All you need are a few key products to enhance that sun-given glow: a swipe of creamy bronzer, tinted SPF to lock in protection and healthy-looking skin, and lastly, a sheer lip tint that brings a bit of all-day colour.

    bronzer from sephora

    Sephora

    make-up products from yves rocher

    Yves Rocher

    The Body Shop

    The Body Shop

    Bold Accessories

    What’s a summer style without standout accessories? Take your look to the next level with eye-catching bucket hats, tinted-lens sunglasses and beach bags that are roomy enough to hold everything you might need for a park picnic.

    green bag from h&m

    H&M

    sunglasses from guess

    Guess

    lululemon

    lululemon

    The Ultimate Gift of Choice

    It’s summertime which means you’re guaranteed to have at least one celebratory occasion lined up. Help fete your loved ones with one of our E-gift cards — it’s a fun way to surprise someone with the addition of a personalized message or even video. And if you love the idea of tradition, consider a physical gift card, which can be hand-delivered to their delight.

    hillcrest mall gift card

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    No matter your summer plans — living that cottage life, taking sun-filled day trips or spending it in the city — we hope every moment is forever memorable.

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