With the temperatures rising and everything coming back to life, its safe to say summers are officially here. Summers can be fun with so many activities to take up, places to go and all the travel plans. For most of you, it can be the best time of the year but it can also get tiresome to always stay hydrated, cool and on top of your game.
Cliché, correct? But let’s start with this simple but very important tip to get you through this hot weather. Drinking water not only helps with hydration but also will help your skin to look fresh and smooth. You can try different types of infused water or maybe try making lemonade, whatever works the best but always keep drinking and stay hydrated.
Sunscreen? SUNSCREEN!
When the sun is above you all the time, you cannot afford to go with bare skin outside and staying inside is not an option. Applying sunscreen will help your skin stay hydrated and be protected from all the harmful UV rays. Invest in a good SPF according to your skin needs, dab it and you will be good to go.
Invest in light clothing
With all the fun outdoorsy things to do, it may get hard to slay and also be comfortable with your choice of clothing. Invest in some cotton shirts, linen pants and other light clothes. We all know how hard it is to stay away from black clothing, but bright colours reflect heat and keep the body cool, and cotton is the best material for soaking sweat because it dries the body faster than any other fabric. So go to your nearest summer sale and grab everything you can before its gone!
Carry sunglasses
It is important to get sunglasses which protect your eyes from the harmful UV rays. So, get a nice pair of black sunglasses which will not only keep your eyes safe but also is a plus to your style quotient. Try different shapes of sunglasses to see which suits your face the best, get a neutral colour and after you are done with this purchase, carry it everywhere you go!
Hats? Always!
The scorching heat will make you regret not covering your head when you are out. Sunstroke is caused by prolonged exposure to the sun or its heat waves. So be sure of always covering your head before you go out. Try using cool caps, scarfs with again light colours so the heat is not absorbed. Bucket hats are also in trend right now and it gives a style statement, try including those in your outfits if you are ever bored of the basic caps.
Light Eating

Eating light is always a good idea but it can be the best idea especially in summers. People tend to eat less and drink more liquids in summer due to the heat. But also, light eating will keep you active, less sleepy and help you go out more and increase the fun. Including summer fruits like watermelon, mango, orange and lime will also help in increasing your body’s water proportion. This can also be a good time to try new salad recipes and get a kick start to your long-awaited diet plans.
Summer wardrobe essentials
Your summer clothes should be full of bright, playful colours which may be enough to light up your day. There are some essentials which might help you out with your basic outfit needs and that includes a white cotton shirt, it helps to elevate any basic outfit and can barely go wrong. Classic graphic t-shirts have the power to save you on days where you want to look good but also not put efforts into thinking. Tanks tops to rock those evenings. Denim shorts can go a long way in helping you every summer. Get a tote bag, right now! Tote bags are so easy to carry and makes the outfit look effortlessly cool.
Footwear for summers
A must have purchase during summers should be flip-flops. Ditch the shoes and let your feet breathe through this heat. Invest in some good, comfy flip flops in solid colours so you can style them with various things. You can also get a good pair of comfortable sandals to wear with dresses, skirts, shorts and more.
Beauty
Summers is the time where you want to look fresh, dewy and bright all day. Always keep a facewash you’ll never know where it would come handy. Invest in good lip gloss to keep you shining all evening. Get a good foundation which will not melt away and go easy on eyeliner if you do not wish to look like a panda. Lastly, get a makeup spray to keep it all intact and you are ready to slay.
Shower but make it twice
Taking showers throughout the day will help you to feel fresh, light and active. It also helps in reducing body odour, fatigue and can improve your sleep at night.
So make sure, you follow these simple hacks and have a happy summer!