Beat The Heat While Keeping Your Cool

     

Well, the world has just experienced the hottest days in history. It's hot in most of the country. Aren't we all looking for ways to beat the heat? This roundup of fab finds is just the coolest.

Funboy Clear Chaise Pool Float

Clearly cool. Look like you are floating on water while staying cool. This chaise comes in many colors, but I am partial to the clear. This way you don't interfere with the color scheme of your pool, beach towels, swimsuit etc. Hey! Details matter.

Funboy

Kitchen Basics

Stackable Ice Cube Trays with Lids 

Party in the freezer! When it is this hot and you are entertaining, you can't have enough ice. Help out the ice maker with these terrific trays. They are toxin free, stackable, and refillable without opening the lid. Genius! Love the shapes. Great for freezing fruit in your ice or even booze!

Food52

Lifestyle Cotton Maxi
Wear 100% cotton! Even a long dress can be cool in cotton, with a little bit of shoulder showing.  It comes in 8 shades, ships for free and is $70. 

Free People

Rabbit Wine Chilling Carafe
This carafe chills and aerates your wine while you pour. It holds a full bottle of wine or champagne. The stainless steel core holds ice cubes that keeps your wine cold, without watering it down.

Williams Sonoma

Lifeguard Cooling Aloe

Rescue Gel

Try as we might not to, we all have been there, and got too much sun. This product is said to instantly cool and hydrate the skin. I know first hand that Aloe can do that for you. A good product to have, just in case.

Amazon

Sonoma Insulated Rolling Cooler

Keep cool on the go. Take this cool cooler from the park to the beach, to the road trip. It will come in handy for years to come. Now on sale with an extra 20% off.

 Mark and Graham

Gaston Linen Utility Shirt

Nothing is cooler than linen on a hot summer day. And Banana Republic does linen so well. This shirt looks good buttoned or worn open with a tee shirt underneath.

Banana Republic

Crank & Boom Craft Ice Cream

A sure way to cool off on a hot day is with some ice cold ice cream. Send someone feeling hot and bothered, or even yourself, 6 pints of this.  Think Blueberry Lime Cheesecake, Bourbon Honey,  Blackberry and Buttermilk, and more. This spot was named best Ice Cream in Kentucky by Travel & Leisure. Also has been written up in The New York Times, Food & Wine, and more.

Goldbelly

Charlotte Tilbury Cryo Recovery Mask 

I find this beauty tool interesting. It is a 10 minute ice powered mask that visibly lifts facial skin for a smoother, firmer, and refreshed look. It also will cool you off on one of these scorching hot days.

Sephora

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Standouts

The big Nordstrom Anniversary sale is here.  It's unique because brand new, next season merchandise is marked down for a limited time. It is certainly getting a bunch of buzz on social media. So I checked it out, and found some standout styles and beautiful buys. Today I am sharing them with you.  Word up! In past years, the really good stuff, goes fast. So if you like it. Get it now.  Prices go up August 7th.

~ Shoes ~

Kate Spade Gretchen Pointed Toe Bootie

With a signature KS charm, pointed toe, and suede silhouette, this boot is a standout. Was and will be $248. Now on sale for $169.99

Cult Gaia Gigi Slide Sandal
A shoe with interest always gets the attention! These are really fabulous with a haute heel. Big savings!

AllSaints Shana Metallic Sneaker

How do I love these? Let me count the ways. That shine is blinding in the best of ways. And the price is right at $119.99. It's $179 everywhere else, and will be at Nordstrom after the sale.

Diva Slingback Pointed Toe Pump

My perfect shoe! Loving that kitten heel. Now a great price at $99. They will be $150 after the sale ends.

Charles David Rhinestone Mesh Bootie

Party ready with a pointed toe. On sale for only $84.99

~ Beauty ~

Westman Atelier Highlight Duo

Get a fresh face that looks lit from within, that's also absolutely clean! I have been wanting to try this line.  Now that it is $10 off, I just may.

Estee Lauder Glow Power Firm and Lift Set

When something works for you, you never want to run out of it. This set is at an almost 50% off value.

NuFace Mini Starter Set

If you missed this deal on Amazon Prime Days, here's another chance. I love mine. It's a $245 Value that's on sale for $165.

L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream Set

This really is the best hand cream ever. You will get a full sized cream, a travel size cream and cuticle oil for $37.50. It's a $62.50 value.

Kiehl's Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate Serum

I have read glowing reviews of this product, and we all know that our skin needs vitamin C. It's on sale for $87,  and after the sale it will be $130.

Sigma Beauty Brush Trio

I use these exact brushes daily. They are some of the best out there. A real buy at $50

~ Women's Clothing & Accessories ~

Good American Sculpted  Faux Leather Blazer

Known for their fine faux leather, Good American has designed a blazer with a great fit, good shoulders, and all the swagger of the real thing. On sale now for $129.99. Will be $195 after the sale.

Cinq A Sept Rhinestone Flower Blazer

Nordstrom needs to step up their game on photos. Sorry. But I do love this fun jacket. Their jackets fit really well, and I love mine. Now on sale for $464.99. Will be $695 after Sale.

Prada Cat Eye Sunglasses

I am wild about these. On sale for $214.99. After sale they go back to $321.

Wit & Wisdom Bootcut Jeans

Featuring their Ab'Solution High Waist, with a fit system designed to comfortably shape and hold. It's hard to find any denim under $100 these days, but these are on sale for $58.99 and will return to $88 after sale.

AllSaints Cleo Top

Made from cotton and silk, this top takes anything you pair it with up a notch. Those sleeves are everything, Sale Priced at $149.99. Will be $229 after sale.

Walden Reversible Wool & Cashmere Coat
This is what I would call quiet luxury. It's nicely reduced, but still pricey. One must remember, that you are really getting two coats in one, so the price just might be worth it.

~ Men ~

Longchamp La Pilage Travel Bag

An icon when it comes to tote bags. Now in black with men in mind. (But I would carry the black, as well.) Best yet, it expands! Now on sale for $189.99. After Sale $265

Bruno Magli Xander Driving Loafers

Very GQ and comfy! Find them in navy suede and brown and black leather with an antique bit. Now $174.99. After sale $250.

Movado Bold Access Watch

Minimalist, sleek, and sporty. A really good looking but understated watch. A savings of $230 until the sale is over.

Cole Haan Grand Pro Rally Sneaker

Smart and sporty, these are the type of sneakers that a guy can even wear with a sports coat. The perforated leather is good looking. Available in five colors including black. Now $109.99 and will be $160 after the sale.

Polo Ralph Lauren 5 Pack Cotton Tee Shirts

Essential, and a guy can never have too many black tees. He will be cool and comfy in these when wearing them alone or layered. Now only $39.99. After sale they will be $64.50.

Malin + Goetz Rum Body Wash

Doesn't this sound nice? He will love this jumbo sized luxe scented body treat. 

~ Home ~

Barefoot Dreams Throw Blanket

I am wild about anything Barefoot Dreams. Their fabrications are so cozy chic! Guaranteed to offer the best naps ever! Now $119.99. After Sale $180.

Boll & Branch Color Block Duvet 

Create a peaceful place to sleep for the guest room or your own. 100% organic cotton, and at a fabulous price. Also available in blue and white.

Voluspa Candle Set

This is a beautiful set to give or get for yourself. With six different fragrances that burn clean, and gorgeous glass containers, it is a beautiful buy.  Now $55.99 After Sale $84.00

Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase & Scrunchie Set

Treat yourself to pure sleep indulgence. These cases and scrunchies are good for your hair and your complexion. Available in white or Caramel. On sale now for $86 but will return to $128 after sale.

Corvo EKG Electric Kettle

We love our Fellow kettle! That pour spout is everything. Now on sale for $149.99. Will be $195 after sale.

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