One lucky thrift store shopper struck gold after finding an authentic Hudson's Bay Company blanket for only $9.99.

Luckily, it wasn’t as uncomfortable or sweaty as it could have been because this shopping writer did her research and stocked up on portable fans, cooling blankets, and blackout curtains in advance.

Now somewhat synonymous with camp style, the blanket—known as the Hudson’s Bay point blanket—is also an iconic symbol of ...