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.
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American Eagle
![summer dress from aritzia](https://hillcrestmall.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Dresses-Aritzia.png)
Aritzia
![RW&CO.](https://hillcrestmall.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Dresses-RWCo.png)
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!
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Soft Moc
![heeled sandals from browns shoes](https://hillcrestmall.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Wear-all-day-sandals-Browns.png)
Browns Shoes
![Soft Moc](https://hillcrestmall.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Wear-all-day-sandals-Soft-Moc.png)
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.
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La Vie En Rose
![men's swimsuit from sporting life](https://hillcrestmall.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Swimsuit-Men-Sporting-Life.png)
Sporting Life
![American Eagle](https://hillcrestmall.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Swimsuit-Aerie.png)
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](https://hillcrestmall.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Glow-getting-Beauty-Sephora-2.png)
Sephora
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Yves Rocher
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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](https://hillcrestmall.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Bold-Accessories-Bag-HM.png)
H&M
![sunglasses from guess](https://hillcrestmall.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Bold-Accessories-Sunnies-GUESS.png)
Guess
![lululemon](https://hillcrestmall.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Bold-Accessories-Bucket-Hat-Lululemon.png)
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.
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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.