Everything you need to survive summer in NYC

Water stays ice-cold for a full 24 hours in this stylish insulated water bottle that everyone seems to have. We’ve heard it also works well for chilled rosé.

S’Well Insulated Water Bottle, $45 on amazon.com

Tempting as it might be to throw on some sandals, you have to remember that New York’s streets don’t get any cleaner in summer. Opt for some lightweight slip-ons instead, and be thankful your tootsies aren’t exposed to any of the city grime.

Kaanas Kilimanjaro Snake Embossed Slip-on Sneaker, $79.97 on nordstromrack.com

A little fresh air goes a long way. This tiny fan with a built-in mister has a rechargeable battery, but you can also plug into any micro-USB port if you run out of juice.

Handheld USB Mini Misting Fan, $19.99 on amazon.com

This round, slightly cat-eyed style is trendy, yet still classic enough to wear year after year. Plus, Ray Bans will last much longer than those $10 drugstore shades.

Ray Ban Highstreet Round Sunglasses, $140 at nordstrom.com

Lay out the Central Park picnic spread of your dreams on this preppy plaid blanket that folds up into a portable tote. It’s also waterproof, which comes in handy after an unexpected storm or a spilled glass of wine.

Picnic at Ascot Waterproof Outdoor Picnic Basket, $16.99 at bedbathandbeyond.com

Everyone raves about this sunscreen: beauty bloggers, dermatologists, Consumer Reports, the list goes on and on. Keep some on hand (and arm, and face, and chest) for those blisteringly hot days without a cloud in the sky.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60 Body Milk Sunscreen, $35.99 on dermstore.com

When it’s so muggy that the air feels thick, it’s almost unbearable to wear clothes. If you must leave the air-conditioned comfort of your apartment, a lightweight linen tee will save the day. Even better, Everlane makes their comfy tees for both men and women. 

Everlane Linen Scoopneck T, $35 at everlane.com

Ten minutes outside (or let’s face it, on the subway platform) can be enough to wreck that flawless makeup look you spent an hour perfecting. When you feel the sweat coming on, spritz on this dewy facial mist to cool your skin and set your makeup.

Shisheido Ibuki Quick Fix Facial Mist, $25 on sephora.com

Leaky window unit just isn’t cutting it? This powerful tower fan will cool down your shoebox-sized apartment surprisingly fast.

Lasko Wind Curve Tower Fan, $57.88 on amazon.com

Who has room for a beach tote, gym bag, work purse and picnic basket in their closet? This simple canvas shopper works for all four purposes.

Madewell Canvas Transport Tote, $58 at nordstrom.com