2 min readAs the unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day weekend is an excellent reason to plan a party. And a party is an excellent reason to get your outdoor space looking its best. Isn’t it nice when the universe aligns?
Creating a more beautiful and inviting backyard, deck, porch, or patio can be as simple as stringing some twinkly lights or as impactful as adding a conversation area, and Lowe’s has those improvements—and everything in between—handled. We took a spin through the retailer’s extensive selection of style-forward decorating and entertaining finds to inspire your own summer spruce-ups.
A Comfortable Gathering Spot
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Pretty Outdoor Accessories
Now that you’ve set up your spiffy new conversation area, it’s time to style it. At 22 square inches, this cheerful throw pillow is nicely oversized, and the UV-resistant outdoor fabric resists fading, even if it stays outdoors all year.
An Actually Stylish Pool Noodle
Noodles are practically a pool-party requirement, but no one has ever accused them of enhancing a design scheme. In handsome navy and white stripes (there are some wilder patterns available, as well), this one offers floaty fun and an upscale look.
A Summery Serving Tray
The rattan weave gives this tray a breezy coastal vibe. The iron frame and easy-to-grip handles mean it’s a workhorse in disguise. Eight glasses of lemonade, coming right up!
A Very Cool Cooler
No party is too big or lasts too long for this cooler—it can hold 110 12-ounce cans and keep them cold for up to 36 hours. While also acting as a stylishly retro piece of patio furniture.
Lanterns That Light Themselves
There are never enough electrical outlets in an open-air space, and who wants to trip over cords, anyway? To add atmospheric lighting to your party hassle-free, park this solar-charging lantern in the sun during the day; it turns on automatically at dusk.
