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Have you been keeping up with Love Island USA Season 6 on Peacock?
If you haven’t started this season yet, now’s the time to catch up—emotions are running high in the villa after the Casa Amor recoupling. To fully immerse yourself in the world of the Islanders, consider adding these 15 must-have summer items to your cart. Whether you’re creating a Love Island USA TikTok videos, shopping for beauty products, or preparing for a beach day, you’ll be able to live out your Islander dreams and recreate your favorite looks from this season.
From villa nights to poolside lounging and gossiping with your bestie, these summer essentials will quickly elevate your beachwear looks with affordable options. Whether it’s OG islander Leah Karen‘s strapless swimsuit or Casa Amor girlie Daniela Ortiz‘s floral two-piece bikini, you’ll find all the accessories you need this summer.
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Maybelline Lifter Lip Plumber Gloss
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Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Multi-use Dark Circles Concealer
Pretty Little Thing
Pretty Little Thing Black Strapless Swimsuit
$14
$28
50% off
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BIKINX Sexy Bikini Set 3D Floral Two Piece Swimsuit Tie Back Bathing Suits
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Shenhe Sheer Crochet Hollow Out Shell Swimwear Swimsuit Cover Up Beach Skirt Khaki
Pretty Little Thing
Pretty Little Thing Shape Bright Pink Knit Ladder Detailed Low Rise Ruched Side Maxi Skirt
$26
$52
50% off
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Atengnes Bikini Set Sexy Triangle String Chain High Cut 2-Piece Swimsuit Bathing Suit Orange
$19.99
$25.99
23% off
Pretty Little Thing
Pretty Little Thing Pink Corsage Wired Pleated Romper
$30
$60
50% off
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Mincib Womens Crochet Shrug Y2K Hollow Out Bolero Shrug See Through Cropped Knit Sweater Top
Free People
Free People Little Secret Round Sunglasses
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Lilosy Sexy Cutout Tube One Shoulder Swimsuit High Waist Piece Bandeau Bathing Suit Royal Blue
Pretty Little Thing
Pretty Little Thing Lime Textured Tie Detailed Drape Skirt Midi Dress
$34
$68
50% off
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Lilie & White Starfish Earrings
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Maybelline Lash Sensational Firework Volume and Length Mascara
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Maybelline Sunkisser Multi-use Blendable Liquid Blush
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For more product recommendations, check out these top 8 maxi dresses for your summer wardrobe, these travel-friendly makeup bags to carry all your essentials, and these 15 must-have summer tops to add to your shopping list.
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If you are in search of a chic puff-sleeved mini dress for the summer, you might want to consider adding this Abercrombie & Fitch dress to your cart. Originally priced at $120, you can now snag it in pink or white for just $72. This is a great way to combine comfort and style with its flowy yet form-fitting design, making it an ideal choice for a brunch with friends or a summer night out.
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This puff-sleeved mini dress is crafted from cozy linen-blend material, featuring ruching details on the bodice, puff sleeves, and side pockets. Keep in mind not all dresses include pockets. With this dress, you won’t need to worry about bringing a bag with you, you can just carry all your essentials in your pockets for a hands-free experience. You can also shop TikTok’s favorite mini dress, which is a similar to this one, but shorter in length.
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The A&F Emerson Linen-Blend Puff Sleeve Midi Dress is available in five different colors and designs: black ($120), pink ($72), pink floral ($120), blue stripe ($120) and white ($72). Keep in mind, the price varies depending on the color or design you select.
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Abercrombie & Fitch Emerson Linen-Blend Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
$72
$120
40% off
For those who are still on the fence on whether to add this to your cart, consider checking out the reviews. One Abercrombie & Fitch customer said, “Beautiful dress, the fit is extremely flattering and the pink is absolutely gorgeous. One of my favorite dresses.”
Another Abercrombie & Fitch customer said, “Everything I wanted and more! I waited so long for this to come back in stock and couldn’t be happier. The perfect amount of support/material to feel like its pulling in all the right places. Super flattering and it has pockets!”
For more product recommendations, check out these top eight maxi dresses to add to your summer wardrobe, J.Crew’s bestselling Clio Dress, and this $5 mini dress from Walmart.
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July 2023 was considered to be the hottest month in the global temperature record, according to NASA findings, and this summer is proving to be similarly toasty. Staying cool during especially hot days is essential for your health and safety, whether it’s with a handheld fan or turning up the air conditioner. Increased use of your AC though, means you’ll likely have higher electric bills, but that’s where owning a personal air conditioner can come in handy.
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Amazon has discounted one of its most highly sought after personal air coolers by 40% off, bringing it down to a wallet-friendly $30. More than 2,000 shoppers have purchased the device this month claiming “it offers exceptional cooling with its powerful evaporative technology and quiet operation.” And, since it comes in a compact size, you can take it practically anywhere.
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Wesapor Portable Air Conditioner
$29.98
$49.98
40% off
Wesapor’s Portable Air Conditioner isn’t a traditional air conditioner per se, but it offers similar cooling capabilities for a major steal, compared to the in-window units that typically run hundreds of dollars. While it won’t be powerful enough to turn your room into arctic-like temperatures, it does have the ability to decrease the heat by using a cooling fan system that relies on water. The device has a 1000 ml capacity and turns cold water into a cold breeze. Unlike a regular air conditioner, this portable version operates using low energy to help save you money. The touchscreen also allows you to change the settings, whether you want to add a time, change the fan speed, or have some light misting.
Shoppers can’t get enough of how “outstanding” the cooler works, claiming when you add ice to the reservoir, it can last a day, making it a “good replacement for an air conditioner.”
There are a variety of other air cooling solutions out there that will have you ditching an oscillating fan to keep your room at a more comfortable temperature. The main differences between a traditional air conditioner and air cooler is that an air conditioner must be vented in order to circulate cold air whereas an air cooler doesn’t need ventilation — just add water and the device will suck fresh air through a filter and produce colder air in turn.
In case you’re looking for more options, keep reading.
What Are the Best Personal Air Conditioners?
To help you find the best personal air conditioners and cooling fans, ShopBillboard rounded up a variety of top-rated models you can buy online now.
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KLOUDIC Portable Air Conditioner
$42.99
$59.99
28% off
This portable air conditioner from Walmart eliminates the need for having to stick a hose out of your window thanks to its slim construction. All you need to do is add water to the reservoir (up to 800 ml) and turn it on. There are three fan settings to choose from and you can also switch the device from a portable AC to a humidifier or just a plane fan. The touchscreen also includes a built-in light for added ambiance.
Some reviewers have labeled the bestselling mini air cooler “better than an oscillating fan” claiming the light misting helps quickly cool them down — especially when you place it next to you at night.
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EvaCHILL
$84.90
$99
14% off
$99
EvaChill‘s evaporative cooler keeps things compact in a small size that you can easily place on a side table without leaving it feeling cluttered. It uses evaporative technology that utilizes water as a way to push cold air into your space. Attached to the design is a built-in handle that’ll allow you to transport the mini air cooler from one place to another more easily.
Verified Amazon reviewers have described how “shocked” they are over its cooling results, saying it “adds just the right amount of cool to keep me comfortable all night long without drying me out like a fan.”
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Vebreda Evaporative Air Cooler
$79.98
$259.98
69% off
For 69% off, you can score Walmart’s bestselling evaporative cooler, which will help bring a chill vibe to your room. Unlike a personal air cooler, an evaporative design like this model will cool the air by using evaporated water. This design comes with a tank that holds up to five liters you can pre-fill with water. Its versatile build also allows it to switch to a fan, humidifier and purifier just through a push of a button on the included remote.
Reviewers claim it’s best for “drier” climates since the device adds cold moisture to the air using evaporated water.
For more product recommendations, check out ShopBillboard‘s roundups of the best box fans, music coolers and portable ice baths.
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From beach days and barbecues, pool parties and errand runs, Birkenstock sandals are perfectly designed for summer.
To help update your sandal collection, we’ve rounded up a few of the best Birkenstock options to sport this summer along with a couple of alternative styles. For lazy summer days, hot summer nights and everything in between.
Below, find a roundup of bestsellers to shop from Birkenstock and more.
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The Arizona Suede Sandal
$71.50
$130
45% off
If you appreciate an icon, the Birkenstock Arizona is for you. The classic, buckle silhouette slip-on sandal hit shelves in 1973 and the design hasn’t changed since then. The Arizona is available in leather, suede and vegan textiles.
Besides the wide color selection, the Arizona is a great season-to-season sandal. You can wear them through the summer and into the fall — just throw on a pair of socks. Speaking of a multi-season shoe, the Birkenstock Boston qualifies as a summer shoe too; even though it’s not a sandal, the comfy clog can be worn throughout the year.
Amazon
The Mayari Vegan Leather Sandal
A flip on the regular buckle design, the Mayari has crisscross straps with a contoured cork-latex footbed, a lightweight EVA sole, synthetic leather upper and metal pin buckles.
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The Gizeh Nubuck Leather Sandal
Thong sandals have summer written all over them. The Gizeh is another popular style from Birkenstock featuring a thong design in the front, an adjustable buckle and open back.
If you’d rather not go strapless, Birkenstock has sandals with straps too! Shop other Birkenstock styles at Birkenstock.com and retailers such as Zappos, Urban Outfitters, Nordstrom, QVC, and REI. You can also find Birkenstocks at Walmart, Amazon and StockX.
Where to Find Birkenstock Alternatives for Cheap
It seems like every top has a budget-friendly alternative, although when shopping for dupes, the quality may not be exactly the same and the item not last as long as the real thing.
Where can you find Birkenstock alternatives online? Retailers such as Amazon, Walmart and Target are a few of the major leaguers that offer affordable alternatives to Birkenstock sandals.
Amazon
CUSHIONAIRE Women’s Lane Cork Footbed Sandal With +Comfort
$29.99
$49.99
40% off
Cushionaire makes a couple of bestselling alternatives to Birkenstocks, one being the Cork Footbed Sandal. The slip-in sandal features a buckle closure and available in over 22 colors.
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CUSHIONAIRE Women’s, Luna Low Heel Slide Sandal
$29.99
$49.99
40% off
The Luna Low Heel Slide by Cushionaire, gets its style inspiration from the Birkenstock Mayari sandal. The Luna is available in 20 different colors including brown, black, stone, taupe, gold, pink vegan suede and tan vegan suede
For more summer footwear, see our roundups on the best platform sandals, best slides and best shoes for travel.
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If you are in search for a spacious summer tote to carry all your beach and shower essentials, you might want to get your hands on this Loritta Mesh Tote Bag.
Originally priced at $25.99, you can snag it for just $13. Whether you’re going to the beach, lying by the pool, or simply enjoying a sunny day outdoors, this bag can carry multiple towels, sunscreen, your favorite book, a clothing change, and sandals.
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You won’t need to bring another bag with you to your vacation trip, so get ready to make traveling easy again, and gather all your necessities in one go. This tote features an extra-large main compartment, eight oversized pockets, and seven additional outer pockets, and an inner zippered pocket to ensure all your items are safely stored and organized.
If that’s not enough, you’ll also be able to spot the items you need to pull out with its see-through and breathable polyester mesh material.
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Loritta Large Beach Mesh Tote Bag With Multiple Pockets
$13.89
$25.99
47% off
This tote is unisex, making it suitable for anyone looking for a stylish and practical bag. One Walmart customer said, “This big holiday and travel essential black beach bag is the perfect size for a day spent in the water. It’s big enough to hold all your essentials, but not so big that it’s a hassle to carry around. I love how easy it is to pack and how the mesh material prevents sand from getting trapped inside.”
Another Walmart customer said, “I like the lightness of this. It’s easy to carry, even when it’s already full, and it doesn’t add extra weight to my already heavy beach bag. In addition, the mesh material allows air circulation, making it ideal for hot summer days.”
For more product recommendations, check out this Madewell Leather Tote, this CalPak Stevyn Lightweight Duffel Bag, and this Steve Madden crossbody bag for a hands-free experience.
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Today (June 26), Totally Cool Inc. issued a recall for 68 ice cream products from 13 different brands due to possible listeria contamination. If you’re looking for a safe and fun way to make homemade ice cream this summer, consider picking up this TikTok-viral Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker. Whether you’re putting together a backyard barbecue or chilling by the pool, you’ll be able to indulge in your favorite homemade treat.
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This versatile ice-cream maker also allows you to blend in fruits for refreshing smoothies, craft alternative cool drinks, and customize your flavors with chocolate, nuts, or candy to create a unique texture and taste. It’s easy to use and one of a kind “re-spin” function allows you process your flavors even more for creamier and softer results. You can find this Ninja ice-cream maker on Amazon, Ninja Kitchen, Walmart, or Target.
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Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker With 2 Pint Containers & Lids, Compact Size
$189.00
$229.99
18% off
If you are still on the fence on whether or not to add this must-have item to your kitchen, check out the reviews. One Amazon customer said, “This machine is AMAZING! The chocolate hazelnut gelato you see pictured above is made with skim milk and sweetened with Allulose, making it low calorie while still completely delicious and creamy.”
A Walmart customer said, “The Ninja Creami Deluxe has been a game-changer for me! I love that I can now make my own delicious frappes at home, rather than having to wait in long lines and pay high prices at the coffee shop. Not only is it a money-saver, but I can customize my drinks exactly how I like them.”
For more product recommendations, check out this QVC Vitamix Explorian Blender, musician-inspired cookbooks, and additional Walmart Deals for the summer.
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Are you on the hunt for the ideal black summer dress to level up your wardrobe?
A black dress is a staple to any closet. Whether you’re heading to a pool party or going on a night out, a black summer dress is your go-to piece for achieving a chic and sophisticated look. From brunch with friends to formal gatherings, this versatile piece makes it easy to select your outfit for the day, without putting any effort.
This J.Crew Clio Dress in Textured Gauze is 100 percent cotton. It’s also made from textured gauze, offering super soft yet durable feel with a delicate windowpane pattern, according to the brand. If that’s not enough, this floor-length dress also offers a flattering smocked waist, creating a stretchy and form-fitting look. With its adjustable shoulder ties, you can customize the fit to your liking and add a stylish touch by tying them into bows.
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Simplify your outfit selection and get this dress in all three colors: Fresh Lemon, White, and Black. This is one of those dresses you will want in every color because of its easy throw and go feature. You don’t have to do much, you’ll just slip into it and go about your day. You can also dress it up or down.
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J.Crew Cleo Dress in Textured Gauze
If you are still on the fence on whether or not to purchase this dress, check out the reviews. One J.Crew customer said, “The dress is beautiful, comfortable fit, the color is accurate online and is a soft yellow. I also like that it’s floor length instead of midi.”
Another J.Crew customer said, “Makes you feel like sunshine. I’m so happy I bought this dress! It is so comfortable for summer weather. I wore it to drink wine in the sun with my friends and you definitely could not tell that I was sweating which rocked. True to size and has some stretch…random strangers were telling me I looked so cute while I was walking…I will probably buy this dress in all the other colors it comes in too.”
For more product recommendations, check out these Walmart celebrity-inspired outfits, this Pretty Little Thing Figure-hugging Dress, and this stylish Maxi Dress for just $6.
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Get ready tocelebrate Netflix’s summer lineup of TV shows and movies with their new Now Popping popcorn line, featuring flavors such as Cult Classic Cheddar Kettle Corn and Swoonworthy Cinnamon Kettle Corn all available at Walmart.
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With this Netflix and Indiana popcorn collaboration and fresh new seasons of reality shows like “Too Hot to Handle” and “Barbecue Showdown,” as well as new romantic comedy “A Family Affair,” starring Nicole Kidman, Joey King, and Zac Efron, you’ll have plenty to watch and satisfy all your entertainment needs.
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Whether you’re binge-watching your favorite Netflix show or in search of adding a delicious snack to your routine, you might want to consider getting yourself these popcorn snacks. The brand describes their popcorn as “the perfect balance of sweet and savory.” The new flavors are also free from high fructose syrup, artificial colors and preservatives, providing a healthier snack option. According to the brand, it’s made with real cheese and it’s pre-popped, making it easy to grab and go.
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Popcorn Indiana Cult Classic Kettle Corn Popcorn, 8-ounce bag
For those looking for an alternative popcorn flavor, consider adding the Swoonworthy Cinnamon Kettle Corn ($4.18) to your cart. According to the brand, it’s gluten-free and made with non-GMO corn, meaning the ingredients are natural.
All you need are these two pre-popped popcorn flavors to start binge-watching your favorite shows for the ultimate viewing experience. So, prepare to indulge in Netflix’s summer lineup with both of these popcorn bags.
Here’s a list of some exciting upcoming titles you won’t want to miss on Netflix.
Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit [Game] – June 25
That ‘90s Show (Part 2) [Series] – June 27
A Family Affair [Film] – June 28
The Mole Season 2 [Series] – June 28
Receiver [Series] – July 10
SPRINT [Series] – July 2
Beverly Hills Cop – Axel F [Film] – July 3
Barbecue Showdown Season 3 [Series] – July 4
Vikings: Valhalla Season 3 [Series] – July 11
Exploding Kittens [Series] – July 12
Homicide: Los Angeles [Series – Documentary] – July 16
Simone Biles Rising [Series] – July 17
Cobra Kai Season 6 (Part 1) [Series] – July 18
Too Hot to Handle season 6 [Series] – July 19
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As the first day of summer appears, so does a massive heat wave that has overtaken much of the eastern half of the United States. Over the weekend, several temperature records are under threat of being shattered as health officials sternly warn of the many health risks associated with the high heat.
Accuweather reports that the current line of the heat wave stretches from far west as Tennesee upwards to the state of Maine. The website adds that around 135 million residents will be under the threat of records hovering well past 90 degrees with Washington, D.C. potentially reaching 101 this coming Sunday. If that happens, it will break a record set in the 1980s and will be the first time the city has reached the 100-degree mark since 2016.
“As high pressure continues to build in the East, the Ohio Valley and Northeast will see daily temperature records challenged on Thursday. High temperatures will be between 90 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit and pose a risk for heat-related illnesses across the region,” AccuWeather Meteorologist Alex Duffus shared in a report.
One of the many inherent risks of high heat include poor air quality, risk of stroke, dehydration, and more. Health officials from several states are warning their residents to stay indoors during the height of the day if possible and to keep themselves hydrated and cool as possible. The heat wave will also put a strain on electrical grids across the affected regions as the high temperatures persist.
At particular risk are the elderly, those who suffer from respiratory issues, and young children. Several cities, including Washington, have opened cooling centers and pools to offer a reprieve.
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