NorthPark Center — Photo courtesy of NorthPark Center

Looking for that perfect summer sundress or need a new swimsuit or pair of shorts for that weekend pool party? Head on down to NorthPark Center, Dallas' best place to be to beat the summer heat and stock up on much-needed summertime essentials like sandals, sunglasses, beachwear, beauty products and more. NorthPark Center is also one of the coolest places in town during the crazy summer heat, so you can stroll around in air-conditioned heaven.

This shopping center has a ton of established shops and boutiques, with more moving in on a regular basis. For example, Splendid is having a Grand Opening Tee Party there this July. Other great summer events at NorthPark Center include the "Family Summer Fun Day," sponsored by Children's Medical Center, which will feature face painting, a photographer, bandana art and summer safety tips for the whole brood.

Even if you're not in the mood for shopping, you'll enjoy NorthPark's numerous restaurants, coffee shops, movie theater and free art museum. This popular venue also has SWEAT Boot Camps every Wednesday evening throughout the month of July. Go to the Garden area for a free boot camp that features team and individual workouts. You may even want to treat yourself to a new bikini after all that hard work!