The Best Outdoor Furniture and Decor for Summer 2023

 

It’s June! We made it. Warm weather and sunny days are finally here. We’ve been able to spend days (and nights) on our patio. And sprucing up our outdoor space is always fun. We bought new furniture last year and this year, I purchased some new throw pillows. I’m planning on making the most of the season and will be on our patio with a spritz in hand every chance I get. Our patio feels like an outdoor oasis – comfortable furniture, newly planted hydrangea, and soon, new pillows. Today, I’m going to share some of the best patio furniture – from outdoor sofas to outdoor dining sets. This post will have everything you need to make your outdoor space cozy, functional, and beautiful this summer. 

 

 

The Best Outdoor Furniture and Decor Essentials for Summer 2023

 

Last year, we invested in a new patio furniture set. I would have loved teak or woven, and maybe will do that someday. But with the inclement weather here in Chicago, a metal outdoor collection seemed safest. I love our outdoor patio furniture set  – the clean lines feel modern but traditional. We chose a sofa, two lounge chairs and coordinating ottomans, and a table that seats 4 since we didn’t have too much room. Whether you’re looking for outdoor furniture sets or want to piece something together, this post has everything you need for the perfect outdoor living space. Here are my favorite patio sets and the best places to shop. 

 

 

Outdoor Furniture

These are some of my favorite outdoor pieces – I love teak wood, metal, and woven weather-resistant materials. From patio chairs to sofas, this is the best outdoor patio furniture. And don’t forget to invest in furniture covers. We bought these – they are very affordable and do the job. You’ll see the same stores throughout this post since they are the best outdoor furniture stores. But I’ve gone through everything to select what I think are the best pieces. 

World Market

Rattan Chair

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Crate and Barrel

Teak Chair

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Serena and Lily

Lounger

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Serena and Lily

Pacifica Sofa

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Outdoor Pillows and Decor

Accessorizing your outdoor area might be the best part – I just purchased the lake stripes, dock stripes, and navy lido pillow for our patio. Pillows make your space cozier and add some color (and texture). So whether you’re having drinks with friends or enjoying a good book outside, you’ll feel at home. Serena & Lily pillows are clearly a favorite of mine – they just do blue and white so well, but there are quite a few different colors to choose from. 

Serena and Lily

Lido Pillow

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Serena and Lily

Pom Pillow

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Outdoor Coffee Tables

Choosing an outdoor coffee table can be surprisingly difficult. We initially purchased a sofa that did not have a coordinating table. 

Williams Sonoma Home

Teak Coffee Table

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Outdoor Rugs

Serena and Lily

Boat Stripe Rug

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Serena and Lily

Turnstone Rug

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Outdoor Patio Umbrellas

A patio umbrella is an essential. So much that we have 2 – one by our seating area and one by our dining table. 

Crate and Barrel

Umbrella

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Serena and Lily

Eastport Embrella

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Cailini Coastal

Beach Umbrella

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Outdoor Dining Furniture

Both of our patios have been small spaces. So instead of buying a larger dining table that seats at least 6, we bought a smaller 4-top. The long term goal for our home is to add a second larger pea gravel patio on the side of the house – we have the perfect place for it. This project is years out – I’d love a larger area for entertaining. A great place to gather by a fire pit or maybe even an outdoor fireplace? We’ll see. 

The teak folding bistro set is the perfect choice for small spaces. I had one just like it on this tiny balcony (ok, it was actually the landing of my back stairway but I was at the top and made it work) of my Lincoln Park apartment. And our last home had the perfect spot right on our front porch – we would sit out there with a coffee in the morning. The teak definitely wears over time but I actually love how it looks now. 

Serena and Lily

Riviera Chair

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Anthropologie

Rattan Chair

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Williams Sonoma Home

Indio Table

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Williams Sonoma Home

Wicker Dining Table

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Outdoor Bar Carts

Serena and Lily

Captiva Bar Cart

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Beachcrest Home

Bar Cart

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Outdoor Entertaining and Decor

Once you’ve chosen the right pieces for your patio, it’s time to get ready for outdoor entertaining. Here’s are my top picks for outdoor decor and dining. 

Williams-Sonoma

Woven Tray

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Tuckernuck

Napkins

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Serena and Lily

Rattan Placemats

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Crate and Barrel

Acrylic Glasses

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Crate and Barrel

Teak Lantern

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Outdoor Planters

Pottery Barn

Urn Planter

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McGee and Co.

Ceramic Planter

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Outdoor Activities

Crate and Barrel

Bocce Ball

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