Summer feels more sweltering than ever, and that’s because it is, according to scientists. July was the hottest month ever on record, with temperatures across the country reaching at or above 100 degrees for what seemed like days on end. While these unbearable, sticky, breezeless heat waves are usually prominent in the south, the north can’t seem to escape the intensity of the sun’s rays this year either. Cranking up the air conditioning and switching the ceiling fan on high keeps your home chilly. Yet, despite these efforts, we’ve all been there: Barely clothed, sweating, and too hot to move. No matter how hard we try to make ourselves comfortable, nothing works. Undeniably, this level of heat calls for a face-in-the-fan moment. There’s no quicker way to cool down your body than a direct gust of fresh air, almost as rejuvenating as an ice-cold glass of water.

Though sunny days are always something to look forward to in the colder months, the next few summers will be even warmer. For those who live by the details, the idea of the bulky box fans from childhood in your space makes you cringe. High-powered fans used to be eyesores, but now you can find many table and standing ones designed with charming style and appeal. Keep reading for six airy options for better, crisper summers.

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