Life Life Strategies A Step In Dog Harness, A Stain Repellent Silk Cami, And More Clever Items to Upgrade Your Life This Week By Martha Upton Martha Upton Website A former associate editor at Real Simple, Martha Upton began her four-year tenure at the magazine in 2018. She spent a majority of her time researching and testing products for the "Clever Items" column. Prior to joining Real Simple, she spent six months completing a fellowship at Esquire, where she wrote men's commerce stories for online. Martha earned a master's degree in magazine writing from New York University. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Published on September 2, 2021 03:27PM EDT Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Summer is winding down, folks. Let's make our lives easier, whether you're continuing to WFH or heading back to the workplace. From a step-in harness for your pooch to an insulated bottle that won't make your drinks taste funny, we think these items are more like necessities. JUST FRED Step In Harness Courtesy of Manufacturer $35; just-fred.com For the pup who has everything, including a fear of putting things over their head, this harness allows them to step in, then you simply fasten the clip around their neck. No muss, no fuss. It comes in several sizes and colors, including a striking purple. Showerspecs Courtesy of Manufacturer $65; showerspecs.com If you've ever accidentally used conditioner as shampoo because you couldn't read the bottle, these anti-fog and waterproof shower glasses are for you. They come in several different magnifications like your favorite readers and will make you feel like a kid who just tried goggles for the first time again. Twelve South PlugBug Slim Courtesy of Manufacturer $25; twelvesouth.com Unlike cube-shaped chargers, you won't have to move your nightstand or bed to plug in this ultra-thin USB-C wall charger. It will charge your iPhone, iPad, or AirPods, while blending in with the surrounding wall. Que The Insulated Bottle Courtesy of Manufacturer $33; walmart.com This bottle is made with a double steel wall to keep water cool for 24 hours and tea or coffee hot for up to 12 hours, but it also features a coated ceramic interior so there's no metallic taste. It comes in cute pastel colors and has a wide mouth to ensure ice cubes fit easily. Numi The Hedy Courtesy of Manufacturer $100; wearnumi.com This silk cami repels stains, so no sweat if you spill coffee or water on it (trust us, we've been there too!). It looks like 100 percent silk but is actually made with Naia fabric, which makes it more comfortable and machine washable. Flow by Moleskine Courtesy of Manufacturer Free trial then $1.99 per month Some of us prefer good ol' fashioned pen to paper, while others of us thrive with typing notes on our smartphone. For the latter, Moleskine has developed this app where you can draw, sketch, and beautify your to-do lists all on a Moleskine-like page. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit More Must-Shop Products 12 Stylish Easter Decor Must-Haves to Brighten Up Your Home This Spring—All Under $30 These Frames Are My Hack for Changing the Look of My Glasses Without Having to Spend a Ton of Money Amazon’s Best-Selling Lounge Pants Are ‘Super Soft, Lightweight, and Comfortable’—and They’re on Sale for $28