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EDITOR'S NOTE

I’m heading on a 10-day trip to England on Friday, so I have my packing work cut out for me — not only will I be at events with vastly different dress codes, but London summer weather is notoriously hard to predict. Since I tend to overpack, I’ll need to be a ruthless editor. These versatile pieces are definitely making the cut:

• The world’s most comfortable jeans.

• This mesh knit top I can dress up with kitten heels or down with ballet flats.

• A cotton poplin day-to-night dress that won’t wrinkle in my suitcase.

• My favorite T-shirt in both black and white.

• This color-block anorak from the Reformation x Umbro collab that’ll add a cool-girl spin to whatever I’m wearing.

Everything is going in these under-$20 Amazon packing cubes to make the most of my suitcase space. Trust me, you don’t need to spend more than that on packing cubes — they all work the same.

—Caroline Goldstein / Senior Commerce Editor / New York, NY

We’ve seen expensive raffia totes from Coach, Prada, and even Madewell. If you don’t want to spend a ton on a bag you’ll wear for only a few months out of the year, are you surprised that we suggest this one from Uniqlo? Our editor has spoken time and time again about her obsession (she did last week), and this is one of those summer bags that has room for all your essentials and wide, substantial straps. Uniqlo tends to sunset these seasonal bags, so grab one (or two) while you can.

Want more of our summer-approved picks? Click here.

Today’s Must-Haves

Here are three of the hottest products on the internet this week:

• Merit Day Glow: A cream stick that gives a non-sparkly, dewy finish. Our editor even wears it on its own on no-makeup days.

• Lumē Whole Body Deodorant: We can’t go a summer without using this cream option. You can truly apply it everywhere, including your feet.

• Poppy & Peonies The Sidekick: A sling bag that won’t ruin your outfit. It has ample compartments to help you stay organized on the go.

Prime Day 2026

Prime Day picks you’ll get consistent use out of

If you’re planning to shop Amazon Prime Day this week, here are five standout products we’re not buying just for the sake of shopping a sale. These are all editor-loved options you’ll reach for time and time again.

• The travel-friendly e-reader that’ll convert hard copy loyalists. We’re firm believers that this is the best time of the year to buy one.

• A sheet set that feels way more expensive than it actually is.

• The pimple patches you can use on your face and body. We also like to use them for bug bites.

• A 3-in-1 styling wand for taming flyaways or as an all-over leave-in conditioner in a pinch.

• Ballet flats with a cloud-like insole (that also happen to have a celebrity following).

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👀 This might be the most luxurious SPF we’ve ever tried.

🌞 And an everyday option that’s ideal if you’re prone to redness.

🌝 An award-winning night cream that’s 30% off right now.

🧒 Some wipeable sandals for kids that are designed for healthy foot development.

🍼 The gift our editors swear by for every new mom. Stock up while it’s on sale.

💗 What we take to feel comfortable after every meal.

💦 Plus, the easiest way to stay hydrated all summer long.

💊 Thanks to Prime Day, we’re doing a vitamin restock from this cult-favorite brand.

Skimm’d by: Margo Ghertner, Alexandra Napoli, Martha Upton, Caroline Goldstein, Alessandra Rey

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