24 stylish summer essentials for your patio and beyond

Dress up your space with this chic patio furniture, pretty patterned throw pillows, and more – starting at just $10

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Collage of umbrella, dessert place, colored coupe glasses, coffee table, and patio chair
(Image credit: Original illustration by Kennedy Caldwell)

Summer is on the horizon, and with it comes alfresco dining, weekend-long entertaining, and sun-drenched afternoons spent lounging on the couch. To prep your home for warmer days, you'll want a mix of practical pieces, such as a sturdy doormat that prevents mud from being tracked in, and stylish touches that nod to the colorful and bold season.

While certain design motifs transcend the times (think coastal color palettes and breezy, effortless textures), we're also noticing bolder, brighter trends taking center stage this year–tomato-red paint, busy floral textiles, and whimsical patterns, to name a few.

Collage of a blue-and-white espresso maker, a curved light pendant, and a white outdoor coffee table from Crate & Barrel

(Image credit: Original illustration by Kennedy Caldwell)

If you crave the classic effortlessness of the Nancy Meyers aesthetic, look no further than Crate & Barrel. The retailer offers made-to-last pieces that still manage to feel fresh and exciting. Our personal picks are the abstract Lia pendant light and the coastal-inspired Ipanema coffee table.

Collage of gold silverware, a baby blue candle, and a gingham picnic blanket from NET-A-PORTER

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NET-A-PORTER is the retail equivalent of a cool older sister. The brand has the best assortment of tried-and-true designers and up-and-coming names you need to know. It's no surprise that its summer selection is setting the standard. From an adorable gingham picnic blanket to the sought-after Loewe candle, there's something for every tastemaker below.

Collage of Porte + Hall runners and rugs

(Image credit: Original illustration by Kennedy Caldwell)

Leave the outdoors outside with a fashionable and functional floor mat from Porte + Hall. The durable indoor and outdoor doormats and runners are made to capture dirt, debris, and mud before they enter your home. And the rugs look stylish while doing so.

Collage of striped arm chair, blue coupe glasses, and floral-print throw pillow from Walmart

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Stylish and expensive are not synonymous. Walmart's selection of affordable furniture, trending decor, and fun tableware allows you to dip your toe into a certain trend without stretching your budget. We especially love the $17 terra-cotta floral throw pillow and the $10 blue coupe glass set.