While many historic trends should probably stay in the past, the best beanbag chairs are one item making a very welcome comeback. These playful pieces of furniture emerged on the design scene in the late 1960s when Italy's Zanotta Design commissioned Cesare Paolini, Piero Gatti, and Franco Teodoro to design the first beanbag chair. It quickly took off from there, becoming a laid-back fixture in basements and living rooms across the world.
My husband's and my backyard patio is our sacred little oasis - the place we've poured so much love into to make it feel serene, luxurious, and like ours. It was once a lifeless concrete pad that we slowly transformed into a resort-like outdoor haven. But if you've ever shopped for patio furniture, you know the struggle: So much of it looks the same. Boxy wicker frames, bulky silhouettes, pieces that feel more functional than beautiful. I wanted something that would make the space feel unique and worth the splurge, a statement piece that would tie everything together.
The Woven Arches Indoor/Outdoor Pillow is available in five muted colors and three sizes, making it suitable for various outdoor seating arrangements, including egg chairs and chaise lounges.
"This spring, I've been seeing gardening gems and tricks popping up on my social media feed more than last year: Some people are trying out 'chaos gardening,' while others are showing off their cottagecore-style gardens."
Thrift shopping offers a unique opportunity, especially for outdoor spaces, where you can find affordable, stylish furniture that withstands weather conditionsâperfect for budget-conscious decorators.