9 portable fans that’ll follow you everywhere

A three-in-one device, the Shark ChillPill is a fan, mist, and personal cooling system. You don’t always have to hold it; it can be twisted, worn or attached to your handbag or literally any surface. The InstaChill cryo plate works best for contact-based relief, which drops skin temperature up to 16°F, while the dry-touch mist is best for a mid-day pick-me-up. The 10 speed modes make it your ideal companion on a hot summer day. It comes in fun colours, too—Iced Latte and Matcha are our faves.

Of course, the brand that turned everyday appliances into design objects has a portable fan. The Dyson HushJet Mini Cool fan is sleek and delivers cool air with an advanced air multiplier technology. It comes with five modes and can change avatars—use it hand-held, wear it around your neck, or prop it up on your desk.

Straight out of your Pinterest moodboard, this mini fan in pretty colours is everything you need this season. Lightweight and foldable, it comes with a 10-hour battery life and is compatible with a USB-C charger. It fits neatly inside your shoulder bag and is ideal for long commutes or a day spent shopping and haggling on Colaba Causeway.

This fan comes with 360-degree airflow, three fan speed settings, and an ergonomic bladeless design. It is light and comfortable enough to wear around the neck, is surprisingly discreet, and can be charged via a USB-C cable. Go on, make your own personal climate bubble.

A fan that also doubles up as a power bank? Yes, please. This one is a crowd favourite and has multiple use case scenarios. It’s extremely compact and fits anywhere, foldable, comes with a lanyard, and, most importantly, it’s quiet enough even at the highest setting. The best part? On a full charge, it runs up to 21 hours, so it’s not constantly dead or charging.

This cooling device has a built-in gorilla tripod, making it extremely flexible and user-friendly. Prop it up on a stroller, the car or your bike—it’s apt for outdoor use. With a touch stop feature, five speed modes, and 360-degree angle adjustment, the fan can be adjusted as per your requirements.

By far the cutest, this one comes in a bunch of poppy shades and promises to keep your workspace cool yet fun and whimsy-coded. It operates in pin-drop silence with three speed settings and rotates 360 degrees. It also makes for a fun gift.

This one is as discreet as it gets, mimicking a retro-style camera. It comes with three fan speed settings and has a one-year warranty. The magnetic plate keeps the lanyard secure, making it suitable for light workouts as well.

The good old Japanese style handfan has made a comeback, but this time with a fashionable makeover. The fan comes with the quintessential Gucci flora print. Crafted with silk satin, it makes for the best accessory to complement your summer wardrobe. The Double G charm detail? We appreciate it. Like we appreciate all the maisons—from Hérmes and Balenciaga to Abraham & Thakore x L’Atelier 1664—that have also hopped on to elevate your vacation wardrobe.