Pier 1 Imports’ outdoor furniture collection includes this Neely bistro set in cornflower blue.
Pier 1 Imports’ outdoor furniture collection includes this bright yellow bench.
Pier 1 Imports’ outdoor furniture collection includes this Casbah chair in weather-resistant orange rattan.Are bolder balconies and peppier patios on your redecorating radar? Maybe they should be.
“Vibrant color has dominated the home furnishings arena since last fall, and after an unusually cold winter, the time’s ripe for bright color to become a focus for our outdoor spaces,” says Jackie Hirchhault, marketing vice president for the American Home Furnishings Alliance, based in High Point, N.C.
Aimee Beatty, in-house stylist at Pier 1, says lively outdoor pieces give people a way to make a statement: “Incorporating pops of color with furniture and accessories adds personality and flare.” She suggests adding a colorful bench to the patio to coordinate with a more traditional or neutral dining set. “One new piece is a simple, budget-friendly way to make a big impact,” she says.
A bistro table and chairs in playful hues sets the stage, and you don’t need much more than a few additional pieces to create an inviting space.
Pier 1’s Paris-inspired Neely bistro set comes in red or peacock blue rust-resistant cast aluminum. Frontgate’s powder-coated aluminum side and bar chairs in fresh colors like aqua and melon come in whimsical designs like curlicues and floral motifs.