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Fun summer clothing and outdoor goodies that’ll make the season even better than it already is.

I am a former editor and contributor to the BuzzFeed shopping team with over seven years of experience testing and recommending products that help make life a little easier, whether that’s ultralight gear, holy grail serum, jeans that fit just right, or anything in between.

Promising review: "I bought this swimsuit and love it. The fit is perfect and the color was just what I wanted. Thank you!" —Firefly watcher

Price: $41.99 (originally $49.99; available in sizes 4–18 and 18W–26W and some long sizes)

Promising review: "Classic, chic, and durable. Wears like a tank. Never goes out of style. Iconic, American-made, and at a reasonable price. What more could you ask for?" —Anonymous

Get it from LL Bean for $32.95+ (available in sizes S–XL, in regular or long handle styles, and in 12 colors). 

Heads up reviewers say this style runs large, so perhaps consider sizing down.

Price: $69.95 (available in sizes XS–XL and 1X–3X, and five colors)

The bottle and cap are dishwasher-safe. 

Promising review: "Great if you are active. Keeps drinks cold for a very long time." —Anonymous

Promising review: "Great price. Good quality. Simple bottle that does the job!" —Jason USD

Price: $14.95 (available in three designs)

Promising review: "Washed on gentle and air-dried. Perfect fit, not clingy. That Ruby Coral is beautiful. Fantastic workmanship and quality fabric. Another keeper!" —KeyWest Kathy

Price: $54.95 (available in sizes XS–XL, sizes 1X–3X, and three colors)

Promising review: "Comfortable swim bottoms. Dry pretty quickly. I wear them with a longer tankini for more coverage and sun protection. They seem like they will last, the quality is good. I am thinking of buying more. I highly recommend them." —Anonymous

Price: $54.95 (available in sizes XS–XL and six colors)

Promising review: "A perfect size and weight! Tired of lugging my big Kijaro chair to outdoor events. This is smaller, more lightweight, compact, and slides into the back of my SUV instead of having to angle it into the back. Easy to remove from its carrying case and just as easy to put back in. Perfect." —Anonymous

Promising review: "I have purchased this top in four colors over the last six months. The fit is perfect for me as they are not too long and I like to wear them under unbuttoned shirts with casual slacks. They wash and wear with no shrinkage. Will look forward to new colors." —Gabe

Price: $24.95 (available in sizes XS–XL, including petite sizes, sizes 1X–3X, and 12 colors)

Promising review: "Perfect size for road trips and picnics. Easy to care for and folds down for storage. Kept our food and drink cool all day." —Kay Radski

Price: $50.99+ (originally $59.95; available in four colors and in bigger and smaller sizes)

Promising review: "These are some of the most comfortable shorts I have. I was worried that the 'canvas' would be too heavy for hot southern California weather, but they are truly lightweight and I love that they are cotton, not synthetic." —marg61

Price: $59.95 (available in sizes 2–18 and six colors)

Promising review: "Just the right fit; not too tight. They work well with my walking shoes. Nice and cozy for cool to cold weather, too!" —JS Small

Price: $12.99+ (originally $26.95; available in sizes S–XL and four colors)

Promising review: "Great cap, fabric, and color. Easy to wear for the beach and exercise." —Robin

Price: $29.95 (available in three colors)

At just under 8 inches tall, this lantern is pretty tiny, but it should still put out tons of light for your site!

Promising review: "This light was smaller than I had expected, BUT it gave off great light. It has three light modes, which was a big plus. It runs on batteries and not solar, which is what we were looking for. We used it for camping in a non-electric 16x16 cabin in Allegheny. One lantern was enough. It has a hanging hook if you want to hang it. The light is a bright white light (like an LED), so we kept it on medium mode or low, and that was enough." —Rochelle

Promising review: "Beautiful, light, airy shirt, perfect for a summer walk! It kept me cool while walking during a hot day. It washed and dried well." —Ferry29

Price: $49.95 (available in sizes XS–XL, including petite sizes, sizes 1X–3X and six colors)

Price: $54.95 (available in three prints)

Promising review: "Perfect size for a day trip or hiking. Great expandable pouches. Lightweight and no bulk. Easy to get on and off. Set up for a water bladder. Used it in Yellowstone for a five-day trip. It was just what I needed." —Ann Marie

Price: $59.99+ (originally $69.95; available in nine colors)

Promising review: "I purchased this backpack for a trip to Alaska. It worked out great because it is packable, lightweight, and just big enough for short day trips off the boat. It has two outside pockets for bottled water or a metal water bottle." —Janet

Price: $64.95 (available in five colors)

Promising review: "I wore it every day for a Gulf Shores vacation. Being on the beach in direct sun it was necessary to have coverage to protect my skin. The cover up was perfect! Dried quickly, did not shrink, and stayed soft after cleaning." —Anonymous

Price: $59.99 (originally $79.95; available in sizes XS–XL, sizes 1X–3X, and six colors)

Promising reviews: "I bought these several weeks ago, and it was a great purchase. They fit well and are cool in this Florida heat." —Anonymous

"Seersucker is back! The lightest and least wrinkle prone material for our California heat waves!" —Mari

Price: $49.95 (available in sizes XS–XL, sizes 1X–3X, and five colors)

Promising review: "Very comfortable and smart looking! It felt a little snug at first but I loosened the laces and after 2 wears the leather is molding nicely to my feet. I’ve work them with a skirt and pants, they look great with anything. I just love the rich brown color." —JM75

Price: $99.95 (available in sizes 6–11 and three colors)

Price: $69.95 (available in sizes XS–XL, including petite sizes, sizes 1X–3X, and five colors)

The blanket is machine washable, dryer-safe, and comes with a stuff sack for easy packing.

Promising reviews: "This is a lightweight yet very warm blanket. I used it as an extra layer to put over my sleeping bag while camping in the white mountains. Temps went to the low 40s at night, and the blanket kept me warm. It washed beautifully and was easy to pack up in a stuff sack. I plan to buy an extra one." —Finswin72

"Nice outdoor blanket. Purchased so my dog and I could relax outside in our fields and courtyard, without sitting directly in the grass, which often gets a bit scratchy when it’s very dry." —Steph

Price: $74.99+ (originally $89.95; available in 11 colors/patterns)

Promising review: "Perfect bathing suit bottom for beach or swimming! I was surprised to see LL Bean have plus size bathing suits - this is awesome! They fit amazing. Love it!" —Chbrooklyn

"Love the fit and length of this swim skirt. It’s a little bit longer than most and the support is just right." —CGood

Price: $69.95 (available in sizes 8–18, sizes, 18W–26W, and six colors)

Promising review: "Went camping for the first time in a while and used this on top of an air mattress. It was soft and super comfortable. There isn't much better than L.L.Bean when it comes to the feel of flannel." —Connecticut

Price: $140+ (available in regular, long, and wide sizes, and five colors)

Price: $29.95 (available in five patterns)

Promising review: "I love this bottle holder sling! I can hike 'hands free' and it has room for other essentials. Highly recommend." —PA

The headlamp has three white light modes and a red light mode. It tilts 90 degrees so you can aim it at your path, it's splash-proof, and it runs on three included AAA batteries.

Promising review: "Perfect for those dark winter afternoons getting out to the chicken coop, bee hives, and shoveling paths. Am sure they'll be good for walks in the dark woods. The adjustable light is a bonus." —Lorraine

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