Beat the NYC heat

This week, as I waited for the A train in the sweltering underground heat, I glanced over at another woman on the platform. She was dry as a daisy, fanning herself with one of these—a portable, battery-operated fan. I immediately thought of all the things that I carry in my purse to be prepared (a sewing kit, a mini-flashlight, Advil, Shout wipes) but it never crossed my mind to carry something as brilliant as that.

Now, I'm totally rethinking my summertime essentials and the things I carry to get through a hot day in New York. PureWow suggests Evian mist, Shine Control sheets, and this awesome cure for ponytail hair.

One thing is for sure: I'm definitely getting that fan!

PS: An ode to summer in the city.

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(Not So) Mellow Yellow

Fashionista on the street in Milan.

While those of us in New York are doing what we can to survive the city's heat wave, this lady in yellow is keeping cool in Milan. I love the bright blue cardigan she pairs with her dress — she is my style inspiration for the next sunny day.

(Photo courtesy of The Sartorialist).