Wow guests with these 6 Outdoor Accessories

As summer is finally in full swing and our gardens beckon, it’s time to let the good times roll. And hallelujah! Gone are makeshift tables and cheap plastic chairs because, with healthy living at the forefront of what’s trending in 2021, exterior design is having a moment.

Whether you have a tiny balcony or acres of rolling lawn, outdoors is definitely the place to be. And pinpointing the purpose of your lifestyle “al fresco” is where it all starts. From bountiful dining tables to bar areas and intimate lounge corners, we have a limitless array of all-weather, modern outdoor furniture to inspire your vision. Once your key elements are in place, accessorising is the perfect way to complete the look.

Dress your garden to impress with unique outdoor accessories

Gardens are now places that encompass a lifestyle of leisure, from cooking on your patio to wellness pursuits such as yoga or meditation. Outhouse saunas are currently trending along with “smart” gardening tools, edible gardens and adorning your space with anything that will help it exude style.

Outdoor accessories transcend the faithful flowerpot to include far more fashionable items. Designer rugs, ambient lighting, ornate garden tools, bespoke drinks trolleys and bright cushions top the list. At the end of the day, big budget or small, there are plenty of sensational ways to dress your garden to impress.

Our 6 favourite outdoor accessories

With so much to choose from, pinpointing our favourite garden accessories was a challenge, but we’ve managed to narrow it down to these top 6 picks:

1. Garden Glory have a fabulous range of gloves that are dirt and water repellent. Made from stretchy synthetic leather, they are easy to wear, and certainly add pizzaz to all one’s outdoor endeavours. We love the Garden Glove Silverbullet that could easily double as a dress-up party accessory.

2. These grille Panels In Diamond Pattern by Unopiu create cosy nooks and pockets of colour in your garden. Use them individually or side by side for more purposeful sectioning.

3. This beautiful, dual-purpose, chargeable Curved Planter by Skyline Design will add a soft luminescence to your patio and its surrounds. It is fully weatherproof, can be left outside all year round and is operated by an infrared remote control.

4. Produced on hand looms using synthetic fibre, the soft outdoor Atlas 001 Rug by Roda will complete any contemporary look. Available in four colour variants with their signature fringes, they are definitely in vogue for 2021.

5. The Dark Mystery Kit by Garden Glory contains: a black hose with gold nozzle, a wall-mounted hose holder, a matching diamond watering can and a black-handled spade in solid brass. Everything you need for glamourous pottering!

6. If you’re looking for something striking to light your way, a La Paris Floor Lamp by Skyline Design will certainly do the trick! Solar-powered and made from fabric that is suited to the outdoors, they are one of this  year’s must-haves.

Statement outdoor plant pots

From the hanging variety perfect for small balconies to installations that are large enough to contain trees, outdoor plant pots are a classic way to add colour and texture to your spaces. Create some joy with this bright Bdlove Planter by Bd Barcelona, or make a statement with the Kubik Design Flower Pot Planter by Fesfoc.

Garden hose holders

Who would have thought a hose holder could be so fashionable? Now a trendy addition to modern garden-ware, these wall-mounted options with colourful matching hosepipes from Garden Glory make a fun feature out of something mundane. The Caribbean Kiss Hose Holder is sleek and cute but it’s the Claw Hose Holder Gold that we not so secretly covet.

Outdoor furniture cushions

Whether you scatter them on a sofa, pad out a garden chair or use them as floor seating, outdoor furniture cushions are one of the most sought after accessories of the year. Garden Glory have some lovely shell-shaped editions filled with soft foam for extra comfort, like the Eucalyptus Shell Cushion and the Midnight Shell Cushion.

Bar & drinks trolleys

Serve up some sophistication by adding a drinks trolley to your list of essential garden accessories. Both functional and stylish, they will impress your guests no matter the occasion. The Caddy 001 Bar Trolley by Roda is charming and simple, but if you’re keen on something with a touch more bling, take a look at the Mister Trolley by Gallotti & Radice.

Mini greenhouse

Add a mini greenhouse to your garden collection. They are ideal for growing those all-important vegetables. Or convert them into something more unusual like a dojo or meditation space. Unopiu has a wide range to choose from, like the Orangerie Right Greenhouse and the Orangerie Freestanding Greenhouse.

Garden pavilions and pergolas

Garden pavilions and pergolas bring opulence and an old-worldliness to any outdoor area. They are also an excellent way to accommodate family and friends. Get this elegant teak and white fabric Oasis 110 Pergola by Roda for a classic look. Or, for an option that supports climbing plants, this galvanised iron Solaire Round Pavilion with a waterproof cover from Unopiu is the answer.

Explore our range of outdoor furniture

At FCI London, we consider ourselves to be leaders in outdoor decor. From furniture to accessories, we stock one of the widest ranges available and our expert advisors are on hand to help you plan, explore and make your garden adventures memorable. Get in touch or pop in and visit – we’re open 7 days a week.