Courteney Cox's 2001 Outdoor Furniture Was Anti-Trend

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Shop The Striped Outdoor Furniture Edit

Outdoor chairs, sofas, and cushions are an investment. Though we want them to look current, we also don't want them to have faded out of style as soon as they hit the patio. When it comes to longevity, one pattern reigns supreme over all the rest: the humble stripe. Courteney Cox's 2001 backyard is evidence.

Although it was taken over 25 years ago, an aerial photo of the Malibu property Cox once shared with ex-husband David Arquette could have been snapped yesterday. The patio features gorgeous black and white striped outdoor furniture. Courtney complements these timeless pieces with eye-catching yellow and turquoise tables and chairs, while black umbrellas tie the whole look together. Though the couple's design is simple, it's utterly gorgeous.

To explore Courteney's ageless patio idea, Homes & Gardens spoke with interior designers about why striped outdoor furniture remains popular, and how they recommend styling it in 2026. We also curated an edit of all the striped pieces our editors are shopping this summer. Stripes have been popular for over a century, and they are going to remain that way.

Shop The Striped Outdoor Furniture Edit

Durable

Figueroa 4-Piece Outdoor Set

This woven, striped chair and table set feels both fresh and retro. The durable poly weave ensures it will last for years to come, and you can't find a complete outdoor living room set for less.

Gray Cabana Stripe

Waterproof Outdoor Seat Cushions

The easiest way to bring Courteney's look to a chair you already own – these cushions are as classic as they are functional. Made of 100% polyester, this breathable, UV- and fade-resistant cover keeps your cushion looking fresh outdoors.

Ruffled

Maeve Striped Ruffle Pillow

Deckchair stripes continue to be a big trend, evoking vacations and shoresides and summer and fun. A reason to keep this pillow, for sure.

Gray Stripe

Farmhouse Style Pillow

Add an accent to your outdoor sofa with this stunning gray and white striped pillow. Its farmhouse style is warm and inviting and the textured material brings in visual interest.

Plush Finishing

Haviland Upholstered Ottoman

An alternative to Courteney's loungers, this ottoman is comfortable, versatile, and stunning in the stripe finish. It works beautifully as a footrest or extra seat, season after season.

Retro design

The Al Fresco Sun Lounger

The scalloped detailing, handy wheels for maneuverability and sunshine-stripe cushion make this sun lounger a truly retro-inspired icon. It would be gorgeous laid out beside a pool to invite year-round sunshine.

Interior designers concur that stripes are one of the best ways to ensure a timeless outdoor living room.

Marissa Stokes, founder of Marissa Stokes Interior Design, explains: 'Striped outdoor furniture has remained popular because it strikes a balance between classic and playful. Unlike trendy prints that can feel dated, stripes act almost like a neutral, bringing pattern without being overwhelming.'

Outdoor furniture trends have further increased the popularity of the striped look, which is always in style. Marissa advises: 'Today, homeowners treat outdoor spaces as a true extension of their homes, and stripes help create that connection. The look feels relaxed, timeless, and a little resort-inspired. I'm seeing softer color palettes in particular, like muted greens, beige, and warm neutrals that blend with natural surroundings.'

Furthermore, just like Courteney's patio demonstrates, striped outdoor furniture is not going anywhere. 'I definitely see this trend continuing to grow,' states Marissa. 'Homeowners are gravitating toward designs that feel timeless rather than trendy, and stripes have a way of working with almost any style. They're one of those rare patterns that always feel fresh.'

So, what's the best way to decorate with striped outdoor pieces? Pretty much exactly what we see on Courteney Cox's patio. Ashley Gallion, founder of Ashley Ayer Interiors, advises: 'I often recommend using stripes as accent pieces, pairing them with solid colors, and coordinating them with existing décor for a balanced, cohesive look.'

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Sophie is a writer and News Editor on the Celebrity Style team at Homes & Gardens. She is fascinated by the intersection of design and popular culture and is particularly passionate about researching trends and interior history. She is an avid pop culture fan and has interviewed Martha Stewart and Hillary Duff.

In her free time, Sophie freelances on design news for Westport Magazine and Livingetc. She also has a newsletter, My Friend's Art, in which she covers music, culture, and fine art through a personal lens. Her fiction has appeared in Love & Squalor and The Isis Magazine.

Before joining Future, Sophie worked in editorial at Fig Linens and Home, a boutique luxury linens brand. She has an MSc from Oxford University and a BA in Creative Writing and Sociology from Sarah Lawrence College.