What to shop in August 2021: furry slides, lunch boxes, and more
The dog days of summer are winding down. Students are or heading back to school, and work forces are navigating their way back to the office (or elsewhere). This means brands are accounting for old and news ways to manage the daily grind, leaving sales to be shopped and discounts to be had. Ahead, what you need now to get through fall, back-to-school, spooky, hybrid-remote, is-it-already-the-holidays, or whatever-you-now-call-it season.
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Whether worn in the dorms or just around the house, you need ultra-comfortable slides with a cushion insole and grippy bottom to keep your toes toasty these cold-weather months. Extra points if said slides show a little sass in the form of animal print.
SHOP: Women's Minnetonka Lora Slide Slippers, $45, available at Finish Line
Used as an actual mini camera holder or as a daily bag, this croc-embossed cutie has five credit card slots, an outside pocket, handle, and shoulder strap. Not to mention, the dark green hue is befitting of both fall and winter.
SHOP: Alie Camera Bag, $325, available at Coach
Another name for the upcoming glorious time of year: soup season. A handy (get it?) tool with 625-watt motor will blend all the ingredients you need to make your soothing soup varieties...and whipped cream for pumpkin pie...and batter for baked goods...the list goes on.
SHOP: Immersion Blender, $149.95, available at Vitamix
In reality, the sun is still out, which means sunburn is still a real thing. Help soothe and relieve skin irritation with calming aloe vera gel. Formulated with 98% pure aloe vera, this product helps with dry skin — perfect for those sad winter months too.
SHOP: Alba Botanica After Sun Gel Aloe Vera, $5.43, available at Vitacost.com
Your dainty necklace collection could use another layer. This beauty, which comes in varying lengths, adds depth and texture. Mix and match it with other necklaces or wear it alone and add charms. Not to mention, spend $125 and receive a free belt bag until Sept. 6 or while supplies last.
SHOP: Pandora Moments Snake Chain Necklace, $165, available at Pandora
No matter your career status, you're never too cool for a reusable lunch box. This option is not only chic and convenient, but it states the obvious. You will not be answering emails during lunch. Instead, you may want to continue shopping Kate Spade's latest offering: 30% off sale items with code SOLONGSUMMER (until Sept. 6).
SHOP: Out to Lunch Tote, $30, available at Kate Spade New York
Just because you're back to the daily grind doesn't mean the party — and 360-degree sound — has to stop. In fact, enjoy $100 off a premium speaker now.
SHOP: Bose SoundLink Revolve II, Was $299, Now $199, available at Lenovo
Your pup deserves a new friend. And this plushy, squeaky sloth on a rope is calling his or her name. Plus, it's 30% off — a win for you and Fido.
SHOP: PetShop by Fringe Studio Slown' Down for Summer Sloth Pet Toy, Was $12, Now $8.40, available at Petco
Let's be real: Even post-pandemic, most of us will still be living in sweats, yoga pants, and leggings. Why not stock up now on pairs you can wear both at home and out and about? These high-waist, sculpting leggings are on major sale.
SHOP: High-Waist Reform Legging - Black, Was $150, Now $90, available at Alo Yoga
If you only have one knife in your kitchen and have to wash it every single time to use it, let us do you a favor. Invest in an affordable set that saves you time and looks cute too.
SHOP: Tomodachi Raintree 10-Pc. Knife Set with 5 Matching Blade Guards, Copper Titanium, $29.99, available at Macy's