Summer escape Essentials 

Summer holidays are finally here, and there’s never been a better time for you to get away from it all. You can take the time to relax at home or perhaps this recent unpredictable weather may well make you decide to head overseas on a much-needed holiday in the sun. Either way, there’s definitely nothing quite like a summer escape.

However, if you want to really make the most of your break from the daily grind, you’re going to need some key summer essentials to hand. So, with that in mind, here are six must-haves that are sure to help you have the perfect getaway, whether it’s just for a day, a week, or longer.

1.Glindawand Environmental Defence Cream 

  Everyone these days knows just how important it is to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays, even if you’re not heading any further afield than right here in the UK. Glindawand’s Environmental Defence Creamis the perfect choice thanks to its three-in-one functionality. Not only is this delightful product an effective SPF 50+ suncream that will keep you safe from UV damage, but it’s also an effective daytime moisturiser and primer, ensuring that your skin stays wonderfully hydrated and youthful looking without having to compromise at all on sun protection.

Designed for use in Australia where the powerful sunshine causes premature ageing and significant skin damage, this cream is highly effective, medically certified and dermatologically tested for your complete peace of mind. It’s also completely safe for every member of the family to use, you’re your children, and even better, it’s been proven to be safe for the environment. Vegan friendly, cruelty free, and entirely free from any fragrances, parabens, SLS, mineral oil, and oxybenzone, it’s even water resistant for as long as 80 minutes, making this the perfect choice for all your summer skincare needs.

2.Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse or Shimmering Dry Oil Huile Prodigieuse® 100 ml

  After a long day outdoors in the sun, your hair and skin will no doubt be in desperate need of a little TLC, and that’s why Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse or its glamorous sister product, Shimmering Dry Oil Huile Prodigieuse should always be on your summer essentials list.

Containing no less than seven 100% botanical oils, Huile Prodigieuse effectively nourishes and repairs the hair, body, and face in just one step. Infusing the skin with a gorgeous satin sheen, this product leaves no unpleasant oily finish, just a dry texture to the touch.

Boasting impressive antioxidant and anti-pollution action, this moisturiser nourishes the skin for up to eight hours, diminishing stretch marks and delighting the senses thanks to its vanilla, magnolia, and orange blossom notes.

For an extra stunning evening look, choose Huile Prodiegieuse’s shimmering version which will illuminate and soften your hair and skin thanks to the fine pearly mineral-origin particles it contains.

3.Rae Feather Straw Hat And Beach Basket

  No summer is complete without a trip to the beach, so, of course, it goes without saying that you’re going to need a beach basket to carry your essentials as well as a straw hat to keep you stylishly protected from the UV rays.

Rae Feather offers an amazing collection of gorgeous straw basket bags in a choice of sizes ranging from mini to large. Their boho charm is enhanced by handcrafted details and bespoke personalised monograms, so whether you’re relaxing on the sand or sipping cocktails in an oceanfront bar, you’ll always look effortlessly sophisticated.

Pair your beautiful basket with one of Rae Feather’s straw hats and you’ll really be the epitome of summer elegance. Their Le Hat brand is designed for practical fashionistas who are seeking accessible, sustainable, and comfortable fashion-forward headwear. With so many styles and colours to choose from, you’ll be spoiled for choice! 



4. A Shades Of Cool London Dohar

 Those long summer days will always eventually turn into long summer nights, and sleeping can be difficult when the temperature is high. That’s why a Shades of Cool London Dohar is a must-have on this summer essentials list.

Made from three cotton voile layers, Dohars were originally designed in India to keep the Maharaja cool during the monsoon season at a time when there was no air-conditioning. The ideal solution for summer sleeping, the fine cotton mulmul layers are naturally hypoallergenic and temperature- regulating while feeling wonderfully soft on your skin. Effectively trapping cool air between each layer, a Dohar will allow you to enjoy restful, comfortable sleep all night long.

You’ll find a great choice of beautiful Dohars to choose from in a range of hand-blocked designs that will suit any bedroom. Made uniquely by artisans in Jaipur, you’ll only find them available in the UK through Shades of Cool London, so make sure to snap one up now!


5.Sisley’s Floral Spray Mist

  Nothing says summer quite like a refreshing spray, and Sisley’s Floral spray mist is one of the very best. Enriched with plant and flower extracts, it’s the perfect solution for moisturising and toning your skin at any time of day. Spray it in the morning to set your makeup and invigorate your skin or apply it liberally at the beach to give your face an instant refresh.

6.A Good Book

  Whether you’re reclining on a lounger by a tropical ocean or simply sitting in your own back garden, nothing can beat the summer escapism of diving into a good book. The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell is the perfect holiday read, taking its inspiration from the poem My Last Duchess by Robert Browning. Mingling fact, poetic fantasy and portraiture, this simple tale of a young woman who was forced into a marriage reimagines life at the Italian court of the 16^th century combines elements of myths and fairy tales with historical fact to fascinate and enthral the reader. Curl up in the glorious sunshine and lose yourself in this engaging story.

With these six must-haves to hand, you’re sure to have the perfect summer, wherever you’re spending it!