After the year we’ve been through, we feel that the upcoming summer should be marked by some well-deserved extravagance. So while the future of travel still hangs uncertain, let’s brighten up the season with a round-up of fantastic outdoor essentials inspired by Slim Aarons, the American photographer who made a name for himself chronicling the leisurely pursuits of the rich and famous after the Second World War.
Embracing the Aarons-esque aesthetic of poolside parties and cocktail-sipping socialites, we’re hoping these objects by brands McKinnon & Harris, Society Social, MGBW, B&B Italia and Doshi Levien will get you into the groove of summer, wherever you may be spending it.
THE CHAISE
Complete your sun chaise experience with a book and a pair of sunglasses. They come in different hues to suit your taste chez McKinnon & Harris.
THE UMBRELLA
Society Social’s outdoor umbrellas are all named after Mediterranean coastal cities, so pick your destination! We’re fans of the scalloped edges of the Amalfi umbrella ourselves.
THE BENCH
These backless benches by McKinnon & Harris come in Aarons-esque fabrics, and come in handy when entertaining guests.
THE COUCH
The rounded wood frames of this minimalist outdoor couch by B&B Italia and Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa give it a more natural and laid-back look.
THE DRINK TROLLEY
Those cocktails aren’t going to make themselves! Roll out your bottles in a McKinnon & Harris drink trolley for a grand entrance.
THE PLANTER
Planters are understated but essential to any outdoor space set-up. One thing’s for sure – these planters by McKinnon & Harris are no wallflowers.
THE PILLOW
The summery shades of MGBW’s outdoor pillows will remind you of the blues of the ocean to the pebble grays of sandy beaches.
THE HIGH-BACKED ARMCHAIR
With a majestic spatial presence, the Cala high-backed lattice club armchair by Doshi Levien for studio Kettal will make you feel like the King and Queen of Summer.
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