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12 Essentials For Outdoor Summer Living
Slide Nr 1Whether your summer comes with a full agenda of poolside fêtes and open-air brunches, or just firing up the grill and pouring yourself some refreshments for a solo date, you’ll want your outdoor space to look and feel fresh, comfy and welcoming. Need some inspiration? Look no further: our selection of outdoor living essentials – both in function and aesthetic – will make enjoying the season’s hot, humid days a breeze.
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Slide Nr 2Summer Swings – Turn your backyard or balcony into your very own oasis with a relaxing floating chair. Exuding the chill vibes of a hammock, but requiring less space, this airy hanging chair provides the perfect antidote to summer heat while boosting your serotonin levels – not to mention giving your space a chic aesthetic. From taking a mid-afternoon nap to tackling some summer reading, or simply getting your daily dose of vitamin D, you’ll find any excuse to spend all season in it. Add to that a glass of cold lemonade – gin optional – and we won’t be seeing you anytime soon.
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Slide Nr 3Buzz-Free Décor – It’s hard to enjoy your outdoor gatherings when you’re being eaten alive by mosquitoes. This non-toxic hanging citronella mosquito coil, inspired by traditional Southeast Asian temple incense, helps mask human odours, keeping bugs and insects away without harming them or without disrupting your patio aesthetic. Just hang it (or place it on its tabletop stand), light it, and let the citronella-infused magic happen. Worst-case scenario? A nice summery fragrance and a cool look for your al fresco setting.
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Slide Nr 4Chic And Covered – While we’re happily planning our outdoor meals, fruit flies and bugs are, too. And though a citronella coil will keep bugs away from your skin, cheese boards and fruits won’t have the same luck. Or will they? Go for convenience and style with this bamboo food cover crafted by Thai artisans, which not only protects your food while you take a dip in the pool or finish up at the grill, but also adds beautiful detail to your tabletop. Plus, it doubles as a centrepiece on its own and, when the sun sets, it works as a stunning lamp shade. We sure do love a 3-for-1!
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12 Essentials For Outdoor Summer Living.
Slide Nr 5Dining Details – Just because you’re dining outside doesn’t mean you have to use disposable plates and cups. Quite the contrary: this is your opportunity, whether you’re hosting a big party or a party of one, to give your tablescape a seasonal nod. For example, these flamingo wine glasses, handmade by Colombian master artisans, are a fun addition to your sangria happy hour. Or serve your fresh salads on these Italian countryside-inspired plates, and add a summery touch with these raffia napkin rings. It’s in the little things.
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Slide Nr 6Throw It On – Between backyard barbecues, picnics at the park, and hammock naps on the patio, summer is better with a soft throw at hand. All the better if it’s made of summer’s coolest fabric. This pale-yellow fringed throw, made with 100% premium linen fibre, adds warmth and elegance whether it’s thrown over your patio furniture, used as a picnic blanket, or donned as an extra layer for chillier nights under the stars. When you’re done, drape it over your sofa or fold it at the foot of your bed for some seasonal sensibility.
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12 Essentials For Outdoor Summer Living.
Slide Nr 7Zero-Space Servings – Leave your tabletop space for your spritz and snacks, and serve your greens from this 4-piece wooden salad stand. Made from 100% environmentally safe rubberwood, this practical stand comes with a detachable bowl and two serving utensils, perfect for minimising storage space. At the table, not only will your guests have more arm room (and avoid spilled drinks), but it’ll instantly make your dining setting look way, way fancier.
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Slide Nr 8Backyard Glow-Up – Why end the party early, when you could add festive lights and keep it going? Not only do these twinkling rattan string lights automatically create a cosy and welcoming ambiance, but they’re also great for highlighting your favourite spot, whether it’s on the patio, the balcony, or the back deck. Clip them onto garden fences, tree branches or around railings for some soft, boho-inspired lightning – and enjoy those warm summer nights.
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Slide Nr 9S’mores On Demand – Summer evenings were made for gathering around a bonfire, campfire or fire pit, but not all of us have the space or the time to light a fire whenever we’re in the mood. Keep the fiery spirit up (and the flames under control) with a portable tabletop fireplace. This one makes it particularly easy to create that inviting vibe; it lights with bioethanol, making it extra-safe even indoors, and has wind-resistant glass to make sure the flame keeps glowing well into the night. Time to add marshmallows and graham crackers to the grocery list.
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12 Essentials For Outdoor Summer Living.
Slide Nr 10Al Fresco Tipples – You’ll be taking your drinks outside anyway, so save the extra steps and keep your refreshments at hand with a patio cooler. This pretty retro-style cooler comes in different bright, seasonal colours, is sturdy enough to withstand the rigours of outdoor environments, and has a built-in bottle opener and cap catcher. Whether you plan to fill it with bottles of sparkling wine, cans of beer, or ready-to-drink cocktails and mocktails, its 80-quart capacity will keep drinks extra cold for hours and hours. Your garden party guests won’t want to leave.
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12 Essentials For Outdoor Summer Living.
Slide Nr 11A Cool Breeze – When outdoor temperatures are this high, there’s no use in a fan that’ll just be whipping hot air around – you need a fast-performing, cooling fan with smooth oscillation, specially designed for larger spaces to make sure the air flows properly, and ideally with a sleek design that blends with your outdoor style. Dyson’s tower cooling fan checks all the boxes in function and form, making sure you feel as cool and comfortable outdoors as in.
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Slide Nr 12Shade In Style – If you can’t go to the French Riviera this summer, let it come to you – or let it protect you from the sun, at least. This ‘70s-esque coastal European umbrella is all you need (besides your mandatory SPF) to enjoy sunny days while protecting your skin, and its added touch of colourful charm will instantly transport you to your favourite seaside spot. Plus, it’s made from weather-proof materials used in the yachting and marine industries, so it’s safe to set it by the pool all season long.
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Slide Nr 13Keep ‘Em Busy – Summer days with kids at home can be fun, but they can also be long – so help keep the little ones entertained all season in their very own open-air spot. The options are endless, but this playtime patio with its built-in kitchen grill and sink, sandbox, and water play station offers multiple ways to play, while guaranteeing less screen time for them and more uninterrupted ‘me’ time for you. An al fresco summer win-win.
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