Under $100: Best Fashion and Beauty Buys for July

Printed Perfection

A summer dress needs a summer print—and anything Hawaiian or tropical-inspired is a good bet. I love this trendy dress. Its peachy-pink background and bright green and lush red accents is perfect for a summer day. I even love how it’s styled here with red flats, though pairing it with a pair of pumps and a denim jacket would make this a great summer soiree option too. - Alexandra Donaldson, fashion and beauty editor

Patterned dress, $40, hm.com/ca.

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Take The Plunge

I’ve been rocking the same black one-piece swimsuit for about 7 years now and figured it was time to invest in a new swimsuit for my upcoming trip to Portugal. This super cute cactus-print one-piece with a low-cut back caught my eye. It’s an adventurous choice for my usual go-to black and I’m pretty excited to lounge around in it by the beach. - Linda Cotrina, web producer

Green and White Cactus Print One-Piece Swimsuit, $76, lulus.com.

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Fantastic Foundation

I try to avoid makeup products that lead to a "cakey" look at all costs. Leave the cake for dessert with this new liquid foundation from Benefit Cosmetics. Offering 12 shades that produce a matte finish and a barely-there feeling with its light-to-medium coverage, my experience using the product can be summed up in two words: I’m hooked!  - Samara Abells, fashion & beauty intern

Benefit Cosmetics Hello Happy Soft Blur Foundation, $38, sephora.com.

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Simplified Style

My summer jewellery picks all tend to have one thing in common—they’re simple enough to wear every day no matter the rest of my outfit. Which is why I love this simple necklace from Canadian brand Dolorous. I love that it can be worn as a choker or a little looser, and that despite being simple, it still looks so chic. - AD

Stella Choker Necklace, $55, dolorousjewelry.com.

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Feeling Cheeky

Glossier recently released two brand new shades of their popular blush Cloud Paint and I’ve been so obsessed. Storm adds a lovely warm rose flush to your cheeks, while Dawn is a sunny coral that’s perfect for the season. They’ve been my go-to this summer for that healthy glow we’re all wanting this time of year. - LC

Cloud Paint Duo, $36, glossier.com. 

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Hung Up On Hoops

Hoops have consistently been my earrings of choice this season. Easily worn with casual or formal outfits and offered in so many variations (gold, silver, square, circular, small, large—you name it!) hoops can do it all. Swap out your metal hoops for a new material: resin. This tortoiseshell version is sure to spice up any outfit—no matter what the occasion. - SA

Resin Hoop Earrings, $25, shop.mango.com. 

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Wear-Everywhere Shoes

The perfect pair of summer shoes is versatile, and comfy with a little extra dose of summertime style. Like these flats from Verbenas. The simple slingback style will go with everything from summer dresses to shorts to breezy separates and has the added bonus of having a touch of the espadrille-style. Not to mention, these guys are very comfy. - AD

Verbenas Camelia flat, $90, bopied.com.

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All-Natural Glow

I love a good facial spray, especially one that helps set makeup but also benefits the skin. This facial spray is vegan and promises to hydrate and refresh on the go, and is free from artificial dyes, parabens, phthalates and all the bad stuff you don’t want going on your skin at a reasonable price. - LC

Over Essentials Natural Facial Spray, $23, etsy.com.

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Eye Love You

As a die-hard fan of Urban Decay’s Naked Palette, I was instantly intrigued to try this new eyeshadow palette by the same brand. Offering 21 matte and shimmery shades, ranging from super light to dark colours, this product is sure to be your new year-round, go-to palette. With so many blending options to match any occasion and season, this all-in-one kit is terrific for travelling too! - SA

Born to Run Eyeshadow Palette, $59, urbandecay.ca.

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Hydration Hype

Skin hydration is important year round—even if you only feel dry in the winter. But you can opt for lighter formulas come summer. Gels, lotions and watery serums are great for adding a dose of hydration without the heaviness of a cream. We’ll be opting for this lightweight formula from trusted skin-care brand Clinique. - AD

Clinique Dramatically Different Hydrating Jelly, $35, sephora.com.

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Twist & Shout

Confidence is key, so finding a swimsuit that's flattering tends to be the most important feature I look for when shopping for bathing suits. Style comes in at a close second. Get excited for both with this red one-piece! The twisted knot detail provides the figure-flattering look of a cinched waist in one of this year’s trendiest colours. There’s no need to settle! - SA

Knot-Detail Swimsuit, $40, hm.com/ca.

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Recycled Fashion

Shopping for sunglasses is usually a fun way to celebrate summer style, but now you can also shop smart and shop green. Sunski’s new line of sunglasses are made with 100% recycled plastic frames, and also manage to look cute too! - AD

Sunski Portola Sunglasses, $68, sunski.com.

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Asymmetric Accordion

With so many variations of shirt dresses out there, I look for options that offer a little something extra to an otherwise classic button-up style. Enter this oversized piece featuring an asymmetric hem and accordion pleats. Wear the unique collared dress to the office with a pair of loafers or sandals and on the weekend with a pair of sneakers—the possibilities are endless! - SA

Asymmetric Pleat Poplin Dress, $89, simons.ca.

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