Must Haves: Keeping Cool
As the August heat blazes on, it’s essential to stay cool and comfortable. From breezy summer dresses to water-friendly visors, there are plenty of items designed to beat the heat and keep you feeling refreshed. Whether you are lounging on the beach or exploring outdoor activities, these cooling essentials will help you make the most of the remaining days of summer.
1. SLIP WRAP DRESS
Stay cool with this siren slip wrap style dress featuring silky textured fabric as cool as a summer breeze. Shown here in the color “pink flash dreamer,” the plunging neckline with hook eye detail and leg reveal add to the breezy look of the dress, sure to keep you cool!
Annabelle
2174 Dune Drive, Avalon
2. WAVE SCULPTURE
Let the ocean waves cool you down all summer with David Wight’s glass waves. Wight captures the beauty and power of each unique sculpture from molten hot glass. This blue glass wave will keep your home cooler by a mile.
Ocean Galleries
2199 Ocean Drive, Avalon
9618 Third Ave., Stone Harbor
oceangalleries.com
3. WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Decorate your favorite space with this watercolor painting by artist Victoria Revoir. What’s better than a refreshing martini to keep you cool this summer?
Tiger Lily
268 21st St., Avalon
4. WET STEPS
Easily access the water with these high-quality, durable steps, specifically designed for use with docks or pools. With these steps, you can navigate in and out of the water with convenience and stability.
Harbor Outfitters
3024 Rt. 9, Ocean View
harboroutfitters.com
5. SKORTS
Step out in style and comfort with these chic skorts! They are 100% cotton, hand-block printed, come in a variety of colors and patterns, and feature a Gingy's original design.
Gingy’s
9718 Third Ave., Stone Harbor
shop.gingys.com
6. RETRACTABLE SCREEN
Why not enclose that lovely porch with Sunesta retractable screens? They'll give you shade and countless comfortable, bug-free evenings of enjoyment.
Giglio Awning
7802 Long Beach Blvd., Harvey Cedars
giglioawning.com
7. UMBRELLA
In the heat of the summer, catch some shade and cool off with a Frankford Umbrella. The beauty, design, and superior quality of these umbrellas bring an enhanced experience to your outdoor living space. Made of commercial/marine grade materials, they are built to last.
BluFish Designs
2021 Dune Drive, Avalon
8. SPORTING OUTFIT
Keep cool in this sporty outfit perfect for pickleball, a run on the beach, and more! Also check out the sunglasses and sunscreen for maximum sun protection.
Wave One
221 96th St., Stone Harbor
waveonesports.com
9. ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE
Zip around the island with this ultra-cool Evolution D5 Maverick 6 ATM in Flamenco Red, perfect for your on-the-go lifestyle down the shore and summer vacation!
DTM Power Sports
222 Harding Highway, Newfield
dtmpowersports.com
10. BUNNY ICE BUCKET
The double-walled insulated bunny bucket can hold ice, ice cream, and all things cold! The hammered stainless-steel finish never needs polishing and the bunny detailing is guaranteed to melt your heart, not your ice.
Armadillo, Ltd.
2761 Dune Drive, Avalon
11. VACATION DRESS
This comfortable sailor-sailor dress is perfect for your beach vacation and nights out. It also is SPF 50 and is made of light-weight materials.
Preppy Palm
2533 Dune Drive, Avalon
12. CHANDELIER EARRINGS
Stay cool and be cool in this stylish 18k gold puffed chandelier earring by Irene Neuwirth, one of the many extraordinary examples of Irene’s quiet luxury jewels on display at Trendz.
Trendz
209 96th St., Stone Harbor
13. VISORS
Keep the sun off your face with these quick-drying visors in unique vibrant colors! Ideal for vacation, these visors are water-friendly and perfect to pack in any bag!
Stephanie’s
9720 Third Ave., Stone Harbor
14. MATCHING BEACH SET
Elevate your beach day with this gorgeous swimsuit and matching shorts. This vibrant set is perfect for a long day on the beach.
Here Comes the Sun
2101 Ocean Drive, Avalon
herecomesthesunavalon.com
15. SWIMMING POOL
There’s something so refreshing about jumping in a pool on a hot summer day. USA Pools can dazzle your outdoor space with an enchanting and custom-made pool.
USA Pools
3101 Dune Drive, Avalon
usapoolsnj.com
16. HANDCRAFTED LINENS
Wake up calm, cool and collected after a good night’s sleep that prepares you for the day ahead! After all, we do spend one-third of our lives in bed. Enjoy the quiet luxury of handcrafted linens from the world’s finest materials – simple whites, patterned prints, and sumptuous textures.
Trendz Home
215 96th St., Stone Harbor
17. SUNDRESS
Beat the heat during the dog days of summer while wearing this sexy, stylish sundress imported from Greece.
The Olive Tree
211 96th St., Stone Harbor
18. CORDLESS FAN
The EGO Power+ Misting Fan is the world’s most powerful cordless fan. With double the airflow of standard box fans and two mist settings, this fan cools down even on the hottest summer day. Bring the POWER+ 18" Misting fan to sporting events, tailgates, beach days, patio hangouts, and more!
Seashore Ace Home & Outdoor Living
260 96th St., Stone Harbor
seashoreace.com
19. ALUMINUM CUPS
Keep all of your drinks extra cool this August with these reusable cups from the Lazy Bass! They're dishwasher safe and can be used over and over again.
The Lazy Bass
5 Old N. Wildwood Blvd., North Wildwood
lazybass.com
20. LOTTIE BUNNY & BOOK
After a day full of fun and excitement, Lottie and her coordinating book are comforting items designed to soothe and relax your young ones, leaving them feeling calm and content.
Nesting
9501 Third Ave., Stone Harbor
nestingstoneharbor.com