August Must Haves: Things to Keep You Cool
Beat the August heat with local favorites. We’ve collected the best finds from shops around the island to help you stay cool. From lightweight clothing pieces to beach-day essentials, here is everything you need to take on the hot summer days all month long.
1. Midi Dress
Whether you are shopping around town during a hot afternoon or heading out for dinner, this midi dress by Z Supply is perfect for any time of day. It’s the ultimate lightweight piece that keeps you cool while staying stylish.
Global Pursuit
4000 Pleasure Ave., Sea Isle City | 262 96th St., Stone Harbor
shopglobalpursuit.com
2. Shibumi Shade
The Shibumi Shade will keep you cool and comfortable as you sit by the ocean. Easily portable and incredibly quick to set up, it’s an absolute must-have for those hot summer days!
Sands Department Store
6208 Landis Ave., Sea Isle City
sandsdepartmentstore.com
3. Maxi Dress
This dress by Nimo With Love is an effortless, stylish piece that’s ready for dinner out on the town. With its lightweight fabric and flowy silhouette, it creates a comfortable yet chic look perfect for those warm summer evenings.
The Preppy Palm
2533 Dune Drive, Avalon
preppypalm.com
4. Tote Bag
Head over to Dalrymple’s and pick up this adorable tote bag featuring illustrations of Sea Isle City’s most iconic landmarks. It’s great for carrying all your beach-day essentials, with plenty of room for everything you need to stay cool in the summer sun.
Dalrymple’s Card & Gift Shoppe
20 JFK Blvd., Sea Isle City
dalrymplecardandgift.com
5. Tumblers
Stay hydrated wherever your summer takes you with these trendy, Sea Isle City-branded tumblers. They can keep your favorite drinks cold for hours, making them the perfect companion for hot beach days, boat rides, and much more.
Gleeson’s Liquors
565 Sea Isle Blvd., Ocean View
gleesonliquors.com
6. Swimsuit
Grab this O’Neill swimsuit for your next beach day. It’s perfect for jumping waves, swimming around, or simply cooling off in the water from the summer heat.
She Be Surfin
2516 Dune Drive, Avalon | 221 96th St., Stone Harbor
shebesurfin.com
7. Barware
Chill out with this double-walled bottle chiller or perfect martini shaker. Both are in easy-care stainless steel, perfect for serving your favorite drinks. Cheers!
Armadillo Ltd.
2761 Dune Drive, Avalon
8. Canopy Beach Chair
Beat the heat and enjoy the beach all day long with the Copa Canopy beach chair. Designed with a built-in sunshade canopy and available in solid or striped pattern, it provides UPF 50+ protection so that you can relax safely in the sun.
Beachy Keen
4601 Landis Ave., Sea Isle City
beachykeensic.com