These linen sheets feel like a well-loved shirt

A folded pile of dark gray Target Casaluna 100% Linen Sheets.

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Great linen sheets can help keep you cool in the heat — and give your bedroom that artfully rumpled, vaguely European vibe. After our latest round of testing, we’ve added new favorites to our lineup, including our most affordable recommendation: a lightweight, fuzzy-soft set.

Our favorite linen sheets for summer→

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Plus: A brilliant fan in every way

Vornado

If you’re willing to splurge for the very best fan out there, this is the one. It’s more powerful and easier to clean than any other fan we tested. Plus, it has a built-in ring light that glows warm-white to set the mood.

“It’s packed with small, thoughtful details that make it a true breeze to live with”→

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While no single pair of earbuds will meet every person’s needs, this pair comes close→

Your daily deal: A luxe lip balm

Fresh Sugar Advanced Therapy Treatment Lip Balm.

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This balm glides on silky smooth and leaves lips plump and conditioned for days. And it comes in a sturdy metallic tube with a screw-on top that makes it feel fancy. As one tester succinctly put it: “Satisfying and substantial. Best of the bunch.”

We found it for $11 off today→

Gift of the week: A “universally loved” party game great for big groups

The game box packaging for Just One on display in front of a blue background.

While some party games take a long time to explain (let alone play), this one is great because it can wrap up well before energies wane or attentions wander.

A feel-good game that’s fun at family events and bachelor parties alike→

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