Hosting the Perfect Open-Air Affair
Take outdoor entertaining to the next level with an array of color and comfort from World Market. With our selection of bright and budget-friendly backyard essentials, you’ve got the key to hosting patio parties that please.
Before you plan your outdoor affair, take the time to spruce up the backyard. Gone are the days where a card table and a few folding chairs next to the grill will suffice. But don’t despair! Creating a welcoming outdoor living space is as easy as adding a few stylish staples and colorful accents.
A Central Gathering Spot
No backyard living area is complete without a central gathering space. Whether it’s a full dining table with accompanying chairs such as the 6-piece Catalina Dining Set, or a more relaxed sitting space created by some outdoor rugs and toss pillows, drawing your guests to a central spot is key. For a casual feel, we suggest the 4-piece Belize Outdoor Occasional Set, which comes with two semi-reclined cushioned hardwood chairs, a wide matching bench for two, and a convenient table for setting up a spread of snacks such as a pitcher of refreshing iced tea, a tray of finger sandwiches, and an ornate bowl filled with Kettle brand Krinkle-Cut potato chips.
Complement with Color
Punch up your patio with a little color. Add some spice to the scene with a few vibrantly colored throw pillows. Or, to create a sense of space, draw the eye higher by hanging a strand of colorful paper lantern lights from tree branches or fence posts. For a more intimate feel in the outdoor space you’ve created, affix a few oversized paper lanterns directly above the sitting spot.
Dual-Purpose Lighting
Set a relaxed summer evening mood using lighting with a dual purpose. Combining the tropical look of Tiki torches and the classic elegance of glass hurricanes to scatter shimmering light throughout creates a flame-lit, festive feel. Light a few mosquito-repellant citronella candles to keep you and your guests comfortable all evening long. For a little added kick, set out a handful of colorful filled-glass candles made with 100% paraffin wax, guaranteeing up to 100 hours of burn time.
Convenient Service
When serving guests outside, keep things simple by using a service set designed for easy transport such as World Market’s 12-piece set of porcelain plates with a handy metal caddy. Pair either salad or dinner plates with a patio-designated set of stainless steel flatware and drinking glasses. And if you’re just having a simple dinner for two, nothing could be more convenient than an insulated collapsible cooler, complete with easy-carry handle and zipper closure.
Special Accessories
Once you have the basics covered, it’s important to pull in a few extra accessories. For a more completed look to your sitting area, add a brightly colored cane Rio Mat. It’s easy to clean and makes a bright statement to pull together the living area. For serving a large party, use a few different drink dispensers to serve lemonade, iced tea, and sangria. And finally, for the table, keep things festive by using a mix and match of colorful place mats and cloth napkins.
With a little pre-season shopping at World Market you’ll have the complete assortment of staples and accents for your outdoor living space for perfect parties, both impromptu and planned.
