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Too hot to sleep? Practical & stylish solutions to keep cool during summer
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Whether you’re already one heat dome deep this summer or you’re on the west coast and still wearing a rain onesie, it’s all about the chic preparedness. Temps rising? Cue the sleepless nights, the linen everything and revel in finally getting that natural dewy glow we’ve tried all winter to fake.

 

Hottie!

Do not let high temps knock you off the fitness podium.

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Lightweight, B.C. based and made from high performance swim fabric, I actually wear my Left On Friday bikini tops in place of sports bras all year round. Go for a jog, then jump in the lake! V-front, low coverage and B through G cups.

 

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No more messy powder packs. These cheeky Canadian electrolyte chews are an on-the-go must.

 

Beyond the proven wellness benefits, I like the price and compact size and this Canadian-designed Ice Nation recovery ice bath.
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Women’s Beach Flip Flops – $25.99

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Mesh Beach Tote – $19.90

 

Beat The Heat, Baby!

Whether your heat wave uniform is barely-there or gauzy-but-high-coverage, the modus operandi is staying (but also looking) as cool as possible.

 

No matter how you cut it, this nightie by Canadian breakout brand Knix is sexy. Plus: modal cotton is naturally breathable, moisture wicking and oh-so-soft.
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How cute is this matching set? Throw on the button up over your bikini (sleeves rolled) or wear this stripey duo with pool slides for a full vibe.

 

Flowy wide-legged pants dominated New York city’s heat wave last month. Here’s your Canadian version.

 

Wonder why this well-priced chapeau is a top seller? It’s lightweight, breathable, UPF 80 and folds like a cowboy hat thanks to side snaps. Yeehaw!
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Who wants to spark up a curling iron in high temps? Create effortless beach curls without the burn thanks to heatless flexi rods from Kitsch. Just wrap, roll and clip.

 

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ATTITUDE Mineral Face Sunscreen – $15.99

Sliick At Home Waxing Kit – $29.99

Midea 3-in-1 Portable Air Conditioner – $390

 

Mr. Sandman

Who’s kidding who? Even when my nighttime conditions are perfect? I STILL can’t sleep. Here are some ideas that

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On our (rare) hot Vancouver nights I sleep with this cooling bandana on my forehead, John McEnroe style. Soak it in cold water for 8-10 minutes and the embedded ice crystals will cool you down, lickity split.

 

While this fan is designed to clip to your waist, it also provides handy and portable bedside air flow. You hear comfort-on-the-go? I hear Beyoncé wind machine.

 

As seen on Dragon’s Den, this Iced Cooling Sheet Set by Canadian brand Hush is designed to wick heat and moisture away to keep you cool and comfortable.
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Revive Sleep Therapy Red Light Bulb – $43.08

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