10 Must-Buy Finds to Help You Welcome the Heat This April
Summer's here! Are you ready?
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(SPOT.ph) Summer is officially here. Ready for more weekend outings, daily iced coffee runs, and more reasons to bust out the swimsuits and crop tops? Whether you've already made plans for every single weekend from here on out or are just about to get your ducks in a row, one thing's for sure: You'll need new gear to get you one heck of a summer. We're talking color-changing swimwear, a new instant camera, and more cool (or should we say hot?) finds for the summer.
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Below, check out 10 cool finds you might want to add to cart this April:
Street™ Uno 2 - Pastel Players (P2,517 from P4,195) from Skechers
You've most likely already planned your next weekend road trip, complete with a new 'fit each day. If you're thinking of having a couple of by-the-pool photos for the 'Gram, why not channel your inner baddie and rock a pair of pastel pink chunky sneakers to go along with that teeny tiny bikini? This particular pair from Skechers has a hidden one-inch heel that can help elongate your legs thanks to the wedge design of the shoe.
Available on Lazada; See a list of Skechers stores.
Ceramighty AF Eye Balm (P3,750) from Drunk Elephant
With summer comes countless late-night beach parties, followed by another hard day at the office (we're mad too). Having a good eye cream is key to always looking your best—regardless if you were out partying until just a few hours before work. Drunk Elephant's latest has ingredients like ceramides, vitamin F, and omega-rich plant oils and butters that can lessen the look of fatigue, help hydrate your eyes, and leave you looking well-rested.
Available at Look Philippines.
Lip Bullet True Satin in Beau (P349) from Issy & Co.
If you're like us, you most probably opt to carry a small bag—or not at all—especially when out and about. However, that doesn't mean you shouldn't at least have a few essentials on you. There's no need to look pale AF when you can easily store a lippie in your pocket or a small corner of your purse. Issy & Co.'s new bullet lipstick has a built-in mirror so you no longer have to worry about bringing one with you. It comes in three different finishes and a ton of shades ranging from pinks, nudes, and reds.
Available on Lazada and Shopee.
Kacia Textured Belted Lounge Kimono (US $26 from US$ 32.90, approximately P1,295 from P1,789.49)from Love, Bonito
Sure, it might be the season for bikini tops and crop tops but if you prefer to be a bit more covered up, get yourself a neutral cover-up like this particular piece from Singapore retailer Love, Bonito. The top can be used as a beach and pool cover-up for when you're tanning under the sun, or as an instant blouse should your restaurant of choice require you to cover up before dining.
Available online.
Blue Raspberry High Waisted Color Changing Bikini (P1,490) from Burst Swimwear
Local swimsuit brand Burst Swimwear has a wide range of bikinis and shorts for men and women, and not just any kind of simmie. Theirs are equipped with color-changing tech that, as in the name, will make your suit change colors depending on the water or surface temperature. Just imagine everyone's surprise when a quick hop into the pool changes your swimwear's color. Now that's a cool party trick.
Available online.
Rugger Striped Short Sleeve Polo Shirt (P1,490) from Uniqlo
Remember the end of last year when everyone on TikTok was seen wearing a very specific shirt from Uniqlo? You know which one we're talking about—that predominantly green polo shirt with a striped pattern and white collar every Filipino seemed to have bought and worn all at the same time. Well, you might have a new uniform this summer as the Japanese retailer has released new designs of their now-viral Rugger Stripped Short Sleeve Polo Shirt. Ask us to predict what the shirt of the summer will be and we'll place our bet on the yellow and blue combo.
Available at Uniqlo.
Nipple Cover (starts at P149) from Dood
Not all swimsuits give proper nipple coverage, some, if not all of the cute ones, come without pads to help keep the girls clothed. Thankfully nipple tapes exist, and bless the gods above, some brands like Dood offer waterproof ones you can wear underneath your swimmie. Dood's version of the nipple tape comes in two sizes, the 8-centimeter and 7-centimeter, and can be used for three months up to a year (equivalent to 300 to 500 washes).
Available on Shopee.
Instax Mini 12 (P12,799) from Fujifilm
If there's one gadget that exudes the idea of summer, it's instant cameras. Sure, you have your smartphone that can take up to 4K resolution photos, but there's something about capturing a memory with an instant camera that hits differently. This new version of the Instax can take better selfies and brighter photos anytime and anywhere courtesy of its easy-to-use features such as the automatic adjusting of the flash, shutter speed to ambient light; and close-up range with a 30 to 50-centimeters.
Available on Shopee.
Max Fresh Wisp Disposable Mini Travel Toothbrush - 24 Mini Brushes (P575) from Colgate
Admit it, you've probably left your toothbrush at home one too many times, having forgotten to pack it into your overnight bag. Well, instead of having to buy a new one at the closest convenience store, why not just buy a pack of mini and disposable toothbrushes that you can keep in your usual bags? This particular one from Colgate comes with a built-in, sugar-free peppermint bead in the middle. It also has a soft pick to help you remove food and other particles at every crevice and in hard-to-reach areas—perfect for when you really want to make sure everything's clean and fresh. You can also use it without water on the off chance you don't have access.
Available on Shopee.
Splashkit Classic Invisi Striped Sport Set- Summer Fog (P3,580) from Viajecito
Having a waterproof bag to store your essentials is a must, especially if your holiday plans involve some body of water. This stylish and functional purse from local brand Viajecito can act as your makeup bag, tech keeper, or overall personal bag for your trips this summer and after. It's made from silicone, keeping it water resistant. It also comes with a detachable short strap in case you want to turn it into an evening bag for a romantic dinner by the beach.
Available on Lazada, Shopee, and Viajecito's website.
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