Must Haves: Keeping Cool
By Alexa Lesniak
The summer is in full swing, and the hot days keep getting hotter! The stores of Avalon and Stone Harbor have selected the perfect items to keep you cool. Check out the curated selection below to help you beat the heat during the final month of the summer season!
1. MAXI DRESS
Shop FARM Rio’s maxi dress in the beautiful “Countryside Landscape” print. With its effortless charm, intricate details, and soft, flowy fabric, this dress is sure to keep you stylish and cool all season long.
Here Comes The Sun
2101 Ocean Drive, Avalon | herecomesthesunavalon.com
2. DRI-FIT TEE
Grab Wave One Sports’ special “Stone Harbor” Nike Tee. Made from Dri-Fit material, it is built for high activity and to withstand the heat. With Nike’s signature logo, Stone Harbor’s name, and breathable material, this shirt is a no-brainer for hot summer days.
Wave One Sports
221 96th St., Stone Harbor | waveonesports.com
3. ODYSEA HAT
Grab Melin’s Hydro Odysea Hat in a two-tone or solid color option. This hat is moisture-wicking, lightweight, durable, antimicrobial, and best of all, water-friendly and floatable, making it a necessity for these long August days.
Global Pursuit
262 96th St., Stone Harbor |shopglobalpursuit.com
4. SAILBOAT ART
When summer temperatures rise, few images evoke the feeling of keeping cool quite like sailboats gliding across sparkling water under a fresh breeze. Sailboat art captures the tranquility of life on the water – the crisp air, endless horizons, and carefree spirit of the season. Whether you’re a sailor or simply dream of coastal escapes, these timeless scenes bring the refreshing beauty of the waterfront into your home all year long.
Ocean Galleries
2199 Ocean Drive, Avalon | 9618 Third Ave., Stone Harbor | oceangalleries.com
5. UMBRELLA
In the heat of the summer, catch some shade and cool off with a Frankford Umbrella. The exceptional beauty, innovative design, and superior quality of Frankford Umbrellas bring an enhanced experience to your outdoor living space. They are made of commercial, marine-grade materials, which deliver lasting performance season after season.
Blufish
2320 Dune Drive, Avalon | blufishav.com
6. SURFSIDE PARK CANVAS
Surfside Park has become a staple of summers in Avalon. From sun-kissed evenings to the gentle breeze off the ocean, this needlepoint canvas perfectly captures the feeling of live music at Seven Mile Beach.
B. Hartzell
272 21st St., Avalon | shopbhartzell.com
7. BIKINIS
Bright pinks, purples, blues, oranges and sunshine designs – what’s not to love about this two-piece bathing suit from She Be Surfin’? Summer wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the beach, and with breathable material, this adorable suit will keep you cool and stylish all day long.
She Be Surfin'
221 96th St., Stone Harbor | 2516 Dune Drive, Avalon | shebesurfin.com
8. COCKTAIL ACCESSORIES
Chill out with Armadillo’s double-walled bottle chiller and perfect martini shaker. Both come in easy-care stainless steel. Cheers!
Armadillo Ltd.
2761 Dune Drive, Avalon | @armadillo_ltd
9. READ-THROUGH CHAIR
Chill out in this cool Tommy Bahama Read-Through Chair! This chair has it all – a cellphone holder, cupholder, foldout footrest, head pillow, and hidden read-through portal so you can lie on your stomach while reading your favorite book!
Seashore Ace
260 96th St., Stone Harbor | seashoreace.com
10. LIFEGUARD HAT
It was only a matter of time before the Lifeguard Hat got the playfully polished Bits & Bows twist! From days at the beach to boating on the bay or lake, this hat features a flattering, sun-protecting shape, breathable natural straw palm construction, adjustable chin strap, and a decorative patch inscribed with a coastal anchor, sailboat, and logo crest. It is available in youth and junior/ladies’ sizes.
Bits & Bows
9504 Third Ave., Stone Harbor | shopbitsandbows.com
11. USA SHIRTS
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a custom long- or short-sleeved tee. These come in a variety of sizes and colors.
Fred’s Tavern & Liquor Store
312 96th St., Stone Harbor | 2258 Dune Drive, Avalon | fredstavern.net