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Perhaps one of the most difficult challenges of the summertime is trying to stay cool when it's sweltering outside. Unless you're indoors getting a blast of A/C, for the most part you're trying to avoid those annoying side effects of hot weather, such as sweaty pits, thigh chafing, and sticky skin. For those outdoorsy gals who can't stand the thought of melting into your clothes, we tracked down 10 trendy casual dresses that'll help you beat the heat while looking chic. Whether you're out at a tiki bar with some friends or taking a stroll in the park, there's no sacrificing style for comfort here with these top picks.

If you haven't already discovered the affordable fashion hiding among all the tech and household items at Amazon, make sure you're seated for all the stylish deals we're about to show you. While we were floored by the retailer's Black Friday markdowns, this latest roundup is specifically for the fashion girl, with major savings on everything from chic sneakers and handbags (up to 60 percent off!) to everyday essentials like classic black leggings and these Calvin Klein undies.

Haven't signed up for Amazon Prime yet? Now's the time to take your 30-day free trial with exclusive savings on Prime-exclusive fashions between 30 and 50 percent off. To help you sift through the hundreds of Amazon fashion finds, we've gathered our favorites below. Have your cards handy because these Cyber Monday discounts are only up for grabs until midnight.

Once Halloween is over, it's time to get serious about holiday shopping. Lucky for you, Nordstrom's Black Friday sale has something for all the men, beauty junkies and everyone else on your list with a whopping 60 percent off select items for six days, starting Tuesday, Nov. 20, at 10 p.m. until 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 26. We can't forget about the exclusive deals on our favorite luxury beauty brands like La Mer and Charlotte Tilbury and the 80+ free beauty samples to choose from. And of course, plenty of discounted designer finds to bolster your own winter wardrobe. We're talking big names—Tory Burch, Stuart Weitzman and Rag & Bone—so you can snag that bag you've had your eyes on at a fraction of the price.

You can get a head start with these pre-Black Friday deals from Nordstrom's Fall Sale, saving up to 40 percent on clothing, shoes, accessories, and home goods for the year ahead. Nordy Card members: Don't forget that starting Nov. 24 you earn double points on all Nordstrom purchases, so plan accordingly. Keep scrolling to take a peek at our top picks from the sale section right now.

Summer is so close we can practically smell the sunscreen. We're already snatching up swimsuits for swimming at the pool and boating on the lake, and beach bags for carrying our beach day necessities. And that got us thinking about the rest of our waterside ensemble to pull the whole look together: a beach cover-up!

Crochet, kimono, wide-leg pants, or wrapped sarongs, we gathered up 12 beach cover-ups in an array of styles that will look amazing on and off the shore. Scroll down for the winning pieces we pulled and how to wear them with or without a swimsuit!