The garden has become an extension of the modern home, and if you are lucky enough to have one, it’s easy to make the most of it with gorgeous outdoor furniture and accessories from the selection at La Redoute. Here, stylist Kiera Buckley Jones shares her expertise with an edit of the collection.
CREATE A SOCIAL SPACE
Enjoy your garden with friends and family this summer by investing in seating to accommodate all, a bistro set is a great way to start. This generous ‘Rio 4-seater garden Bistro set’ includes two armchairs, a sofa, and a glass-topped coffee table to place drinks and nibbles. The comfy powder-coated woven seats are weatherproof with a cool mid-century Scandinavian aesthetic.
For the ultimate outside/ inside vibe, the ‘3 Seat Conservatory Sofa’ is a great choice, it’s tactile rope frame holds robust weatherproof upholstery and is so comfortable you will never want to leave it!
PLANTING
Position potted plants around the outdoor living and dining area in rustic stoneware planters, understated in appearance and harmonious with the natural surroundings. As they are in pots, it is easy to move them around to create a versatile space.
FURNITURE FOR DAYDREAMING
Create lounging opportunities throughout the garden by hanging hammocks from the trees. Indulge in an afternoon nap, a good book, or a relaxing nap under a shaded tree.
The cotton ‘Bregnac’ hammock has a laid-back Ibiza look with knotted fringing at the sides, available in both a black and sand colourway.
It also comes in a chair version when you want to sit up and admire the view.
The ‘Reelak’ swing seat is built for two, just make sure you have a strong tree to take the load.
HOST DINNER PARTIES OUTSIDE
Entertain guests with the ‘Ozevan Rectangular metal folding table’, it folds down neatly when it’s not in use and has a hole to fit a parasol to shade you from the early evening sun.
The ‘Ozevan set of 2 folding chairs’ come in matching colours to make your dining area complete. I like to mix and match the colourways for fun.
Cater for the arrival of more guests with the smart safari-inspired dining chair, which has a cotton canvas seat and back treated for outdoor use.
A pair of the more ornate ‘Conservatory Rattan Chair’ would make an impact on each end of the table.
INTRODUCE PATTERN AND TEXTURE
You can’t compete with the beauty of nature so don’t, introduce prints that enhance rather than clash with your garden’s greens.
An indoor/outdoor rug can make a tiled patio more inviting, choosing one in a leaf print will make a neat connection with the surrounding greenery. It will also provide a sturdy base for outdoor furniture on a grassy and bumpy surface.
Layer a dining table with a printed wipe clean tablecloth, the ‘Ficus’ leaf print is a practical and cheerful addition to any alfresco dining setup.
While the textural seagrass ‘Lifoh’ placemats will add a special final touch.
WARMTH AND LIGHT
As the temperature drops prolong your socializing with the portable ‘Cosiscoop portable burner basket black’ or the ‘Cosiscoop black fire lantern’. Fuelled by a gas cartridge, which allows the fire to burn for up to six hours- generating both light and warmth.
Hang the ‘Black Geo Cage Battery String Lights’ from the trees, the geo shape offers a modern interpretation of the classic fairy lights.
Create ambiance by lining your garden path with several ‘Brown Bamboo Style Lanterns’
For a more permanent lighting solution that will last all year round, there is the ‘Brushed Steel Outdoor Wall Light’, affix to the wall next to the front door or on either side of your garden patio doors.
Kiera’s edit is available to shop now, and see her other style guides on the hub for ideas for both inside and out.
