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Get a set of two from Amazon for $10.65 (also available in eight other summery styles like flamingos, fruit, and boats).
There are tons of uses for this — you can also use it as a centerpiece or for festively serving food on dry land, or to hold your essentials when you're just chilling in the pool.
Promising review: "This is a great pool accessory! It’s perfect for holding our drinks, sunscreen, and waterproof phones. It stays balanced and hasn’t tipped over." —Lauren E
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
It's made with aloe extract to help your hair stay moisturized and soft!
Promising review: "MUST HAVE. This spray completely changes the texture of my normally stick-straight hair. Just a little spray and scrunching in the morning, and I have texture, body, and natural-looking waves." —OF318
Get it from Amazon for $3.65.
It's got a removable middle compartment you can fill with the fruits and veggies of your choice. Plus, it's BPA-free, dishwasher safe, and has a leak-proof lid.
Get it from BuzzFeed's Goodful line, exclusively at Macy's for $28.99.
Promising review: "I thought I needed these in my life and I was right!!! I've worn these twice and I gotten complimented by literally EVERYONE. My guy friends, girlfriends, therapy clients, hosts at restaurants, and even bank tellers and people at the grocery store! They are sparkly and adorable, they don’t look cheap, the stones are well-secured against falling out, and they’re lightweight. They’re a fun addition to any summer outfit or even a playful juxtaposition to a black winter ensemble." —Kate Christensen
Get them from Amazon for $9.99.
Get it from Forever 21 for $17.90 (available in sizes S/M and M/L).
It has beachy notes like bergamot, marine scents, and sandalwood.
Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this candle! It has been snowy and dreary in the Midwest, but this candle makes me feel like it’s summer again. It burns well and has lasted so long! It also has an amazing smell that fills a room so nicely!" —Meghan W.
Get it from Homesick for $9.95 (originally $15.95) or Amazon for $16.95.
My family has played this in the yard for years when we have company in the summer. I do not personally partake because I have an irrational (?) fear of frisbees, but my cousins are OBSESSED.
The set comes with two flying disks, instructions, and two goals that can be unfolded, so they're portable and easy to take to the beach, outdoor parties, or tailgates!
Promising review: "My nephews introduced me to this game and it is FUN! It's a team game, so it's fun to get the whole family involved. Basically, you have one member from each team by one of the goals while the other member stands on the other side of the field and throws the frisbee trying to score. The teammate close to the goal basket hits the frisbee to help it either go inside or touch the basket in order to get points for their team. Then that team member throws the frisbee back, attempting to do the same thing. The number of points each toss gets depends on if the frisbee goes into the basket without help, with help, or touches the basket with or without help. This is a great game for summer!" —A to Z for Moms Like Me
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in three designs).
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
Promising review: "This is one of my all-time favorite palettes. I don't have a lot of money to spend on makeup, but I wanted a colorful palette that gave me a good value and was decent quality. I'm really happy with this one — I use a primer on my lids to keep the shadow in place, and it stays pretty well all day and even into the next morning. The colors are BRIGHT and I always get compliments. They also blend well." —Lindsay Mayer
Get it from Amazon for $17.97+ (available in three color combinations), and get some highly-rated primer to use with it for $5.99.
You can use the cool shape of the knife to slice off the end of a stick of butter or scoop some out of a tub. Plus, it's top-rack dishwasher-safe!
Promising review: "This is one of those things you didn’t know you needed until you try it. I hate buttering corn on the cob! It's messy, butter falls off the knife, etc. This genius little thing makes it easy. Love it!" —Christa
Get a set of two from The Grommet for $13.95.
Get a set of four (including a dinosaur, whale, cactus, and bird) from Target for $7.
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Promising review: "I wish I could give this six stars! To my curvy ladies, this bathing suit is an absolute must! I'm about to buy it in every color it's so perfect! The quality feels super expensive, and the colors are vibrant and just straight-up stunning. I'm 5'6" and weight about 195 pounds, with a 39D-DD bust and usually wear a size 12-14. The 3XL fit perfectly." —HoneyEyes0012
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in sizes S-4X and in 19 prints; get it in solid colors here).
If you didn't read that last part in Nick's falsetto then I'm mad at you.
Pre-order it from Amazon for $10.49+ (available June 7), or subscribe to Amazon Music for $9.99/month (free for the first three months) for unlimited streaming of all the summer tunes you want.
It's got plenty of room to schlep all the condiments and utensils you'll need to enjoy your delicious BBQ creations outside. The salt and pepper shakers and condiment bottles aren't included.
Get it from Target for $20.
Promising review: "These tops are so cute! They're soft and flowy. The material is nicer than I expected and looks nice enough to wear to work under cardigans or blazers, but could also be a casual look, too. They're true to size. If you are between sizes and/or less busty, I would size down. The arm holes aren't as big as they look in the picture, so no worries that your bra is going to show!" —Suzi
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in sizes S-XXL and in 24 colors and prints).
Promising review: "I've received so many compliments on this bag! It's the perfect size for every day and love that you an carry it as a tote and as a crossbody. It's spacious inside and the toucan on the front is great for spring and summer. It is my new favorite accessory!" —Christine
Get it from ModCloth for $59.
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Get the tee for $24.95 (available in sizes XS-XXL and in two styles) and the hat for $19.95, both from American Eagle. Shop the full collection here.
Promising review: "These shoes are bright and adorable! They fit really well, and I can walk around in them all day. I get compliments every time I wear them. The coolest thing about these shoes is the false buckle. There's a little hook the shoe strap fits inside, so these shoes are easy to slip on and go. It's impossible not to smile wearing these." —Jess D
Get them from ModCloth for $45 (available in UK sizes 3-8, which are equivalent to US sizes 5-10).
Get a box of 144 from Amazon for $8.97.
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $49.
Promising review: "I named her Rizzo the pink lady, and I love her. I didn't realize, until my husband pointed out the dimensions post-purchase, that this float if huge! I'm 5'10" and I easily fit on this thing! Two people my size would easily fit. She's perfect for sunbathing. My nephews are obsessed, and she took a beating with all three of them leaping on her, but held up great." —Kara Q
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.