Guest Picks: Cool Hues for Warm Summer Months
This hammock makes my heart go pitter-patter. The rich color, woven design and tassels are totally unique and romantic. Best of all? It’s roomy enough to share.
Sea horses just make me happy! These playful white and aqua ones are all about cool.
Beautiful and bright, I love the old-world pattern on this indoor-outdoor rug. It’s a great choice to pair with neutral furniture.
Add a pretty tabletop planter to a coffee table or dining table. This minty green cool color will add a nice pop.
Add a bit of fun and function to your dining table with this pretty aqua fish decanter that makes a gurgling sound when pouring liquids. It’s a great conversation piece for guests.
This is a great retro/modern love seat! I love the pretty pale blue color. You can’t help being happy in this kind of seat. It also comes in other colors, and matching pieces are available if you want to round out the set.
Use a wheeled bar cart for movable serving or as a barbecue caddy station. This one in a cool white wicker is a great utility piece.
This gorgeous garden stool in a washed blue would be great for additional seating, as a coffee table if paired together, or as a decorative riser for small plant pots.
This is such a cute design for garden plants! I love the simple two-tone design. I think a few would look great grouped together.
I love the versatility of this rug. It’s made from recycled plastic, but it looks like classic cotton, so it’s great for indoors or out.
I love these beautifully patterned melamine dishes. They’re sturdy enough for outdoor dining and have the look of fine Italian pottery.
Even lanterns that add a warm glow on summer evenings can add a cool touch to your decor. A grouping of these distressed blue metal versions would bring lots of character to your space and allow for longer evenings when the temperatures cool.
Classic navy stripes lend a nautical air, so even if you're not at the beach, you can still have the look!
This pretty aqua dispenser for summer beverages is fun and nostalgic. It's great for buffets and casual dining.
I am a big fan of Odd Limited's rockers. Made in the UK, these unique and finely crafted outdoor swings have charming canopy covers in a variety of styles, everything from an African-inspired Sahara expedition to a fairy-tale hideaway. They're a cool way to steal away a quiet few moments in the heat.
I love the notched edge on this classic white umbrella. It's perfect for the deck or patio, or as extra shade in the yard or near the pool.
Poufs are a great way to add comfy extra seating or footrests, even outdoors! I love the stylish pattern and green aqua color on this one.
This spectacular white outdoor dining set is modern and retro chic! The sleek metal and white wicker design is welcoming on a hot day. Plus, it's high quality, so you can count on it to last through virtually all temperatures and weather conditions.
I love the varying aqua tones in the gorgeous pattern of this rug. It's a super affordable all-weather rug.
This placemat has great texture, and the rich peacock color is fabulous. It’s a perfect backdrop for your outdoor tableware.Next: Nature’s Color Wisdom: Lessons on Blue From the Great Outdoors
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