If bugs are ruining your summer fun plans, we’ve found a solution. Our editors swear by this small, portable device that repels mosquitoes wherever you are – no chemicals or sprays required!
We also shared other summer must-have pieces that our editorial team loves this season. Grab our favorite cold drink mug or host a summer party with a set of deli boards. These are the products that BHG’s editors touted in July.
1 Thermacell repellent
Outdoor thermoelectric mosquito repellent device
“The mosquitoes this year are terrible, they make it unbearable to sit outside for coffee in the morning or read a book in the evening. Entering the Thermacell device, it is compact and odorless. It worked really well, creating a 15-foot mosquito-free area, which is perfect for my backyard patio.”
— Maggie Goldsmith, Associate Artistic Director
2 KitchenAid silicone oven mitts
Blue oven mitts take the pizza out of the oven
“I recently received these gifts and they have quickly become my favorite kitchen accessories. Not only are they super cute (especially the accompanying pot holders!) And more practical than my old pair. A couple of fabric oven mitts caught fire when I took the pan out of the oven, which I love because I don’t have to worry about silicone mitts.”
— Emily VanSchmus, Home editor
3 Light green cup with handle
“Stanley, get out of the way. I used to be proud of myself for not joining the expensive water bottle trend, but after much thought (and persuasion from a friend), I decided to purchase a 40-ounce Brumate glass, and let me tell you, it’s a game changer. This cup is perfect for summer and going out, as it fits in a car cup holder and has a leak-proof lock. You read that right — you can turn the glass upside down and not a drop will fall out.”
— Claire Hoppe, Contracts editor
4. Rhodes Pocket Blush
Rhodes blush and bronzer
“How can I not mention the beauty of summer?” Is it packed? Cute. The cream recipe? Baby soft, crystal clear. A shadow? So versatile. My favorites are Sabriana Carpenter’s signature ‘Piggy’ red, or ‘Toasted Teddy’ bronzer.”
— Ginger Perra, social media editor
5 sets of deli boards
Black barbecue plate with meat, cheese and fruit
“I love preparing a meat and cheese board for a light dinner in the summer, and this set has everything I need. Not only is the plate itself super smooth, the whole set comes with dipping bowls, gold cutlery and a beautiful cheese knife. I love it so much that it has become a must-have gift for me!”
— Emily VanSchmus, Home editor
6 Peppermint Juniper body wash
A bottle of body wash
“I’m a little obsessed with this shower from Flamingo Estate. I started using it to clear my sinuses during pollen season, and I stick to it no matter the season – it’s refreshing, invigorating and perfect for waking me up in the morning.”
— By Monica Ayers, East Coast editor
7 White pleated bowl
The white ruffled bowl holds salad and food
“I received this beautiful bowl, as well as a smaller bowl and a plate from the same collection, but I found myself always preferring this bowl. It’s perfect for serving a group at a party, but its neutral color and stunning “ruffles” make it the ideal centerpiece bowl for my table.
— Harlee Miller, editorial assistant