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10 Outdoor Styling Tips – Create Your Summer Oasis
10 Tips for Creating an Inviting Outdoor Space

10 Tips for Creating an Inviting Outdoor Space

Whether you have a small balcony, a spacious terrace, or your own garden: your outdoor area is the perfect retreat for sunny days and warm summer nights. With just a few simple updates and the right furniture, you can transform it into a relaxing oasis for slow moments, good conversation, and favorite summertime rituals. Here are 10 easy styling ideas to help you create a cozy and elegant outdoor setup:

1. Choose Garden Furniture That Suits Your Lifestyle

Before buying new outdoor furniture, ask yourself: How will you use the space? Do you want to lounge in the sun, enjoy your morning coffee, or host dinners with friends? Also, consider how much room you have.

Larger areas can be divided into zones with different furniture. For smaller balconies, multifunctional pieces are ideal; great for both sunbathing and dining.

All of our outdoor furniture is durable and weather-resistant, but should be stored away or protected during winter months.

2. Style with Potted Plants

Plants bring life and a natural feel to balconies and terraces. Tall varieties can even provide privacy. Combine planters in different sizes and finishes for a dynamic, layered look.

3. Textiles for Long Summer Evenings

When the sun sets, temperatures drop quickly, so it's lovely to have a soft throw within reach. Add color-coordinated outdoor cushions for even more coziness.

4. Sit Comfortably – Even on the Go

Padded seat cushions instantly make any chair more inviting. Portable cushions with carry handles are perfect for on-the-go moments, whether it’s a picnic, the beach, or the park. Long bench pads can also double as lounging mats.

5. Create Ambience with LED Lighting

LED lamps add a warm glow: use them as table lights, floor lanterns, or string lights over the dining area. They’re energy-efficient, safe, and ideal for evening gatherings.

6. A Tablecloth for a Summery Look

A tablecloth instantly elevates any setting. Whether in linen or wipe-clean fabric, choose one that suits your style. Families with children might love coated cloths: they are beautiful and easy to care for.

7. Candlelight for Magic Moments

Lanterns, tealight holders, and hurricane lamps are both decorative and practical. They protect flames from the wind. Chunky pillar candles and tall floor lanterns look great on steps or tucked into corners of the balcony.

8. Fresh Flowers – Always a Good Idea

A bouquet of fresh flowers brings instant summer charm to your table. Whether from the florist or picked from the garden, wildflowers and seasonal blooms make for effortlessly beautiful decor.

9. Ready for Sunny Days

Summer means sunshine. Stretch out under a sun umbrella with a good book and a comfy lounge chair. Add a soft towel and your favorite playlist, and you’ve got the perfect summer day.

10. Use Small Spaces Smartly

Make the most of every inch without overcrowding. Woven baskets with throws and cushions can be neatly tucked into shady corners and double as decor.

Since 1937, we at Hemtex have been working hard to make homes in the Nordic countries even more comfortable. This has made us the leading retail chain for home textiles in Northern Europe. With 270 stores in Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Estonia, as well as our online shop, we work with great passion to give your home an extra dose of Scandinavian living with small changes. Whether it's blankets, pillows, throws, bed linen, towels, tablecloths, napkins, curtains, or kitchen accessories – with us you'll find everything you need to make your home a place where you can relax and be yourself. We may make a mistake. Prices, availability, and delivery times are subject to change. We accept no liability for typographical, technical, or content errors on our website.