These are the top 20 outdoor summer décor trends that you need right now. There is something for every budget. From lighting to shelter, lounging, and ways to beat that summer heat, plus a bonus idea for your next outdoor get-together.

Outdoor Summer Décor Ideas

Everyone wants to have a nice outdoor space. Especially in the summer, when everyone gets together.

I don’t know about you, but my outdoor space has seen some better days.

That led me to a wild search about different types of outdoor summer décor ideas.

Did I want to DIY my outdoor summer décor or just buy something? And what about the different areas of my outdoor space?

Not only do I need outdoor summer wall décor, but some summer porch décor too.

And we can’t forget about the lighted summer décor.

All of this research led me to create this list.

These are my top 20 outdoor summer décor items you need right now!

Lights

Lighting is super important for any sort of outdoor summer décor.

A lot of the hangouts happen after the sun goes down. Not only do you need some sort of functional lighting, but you also want it to go with your décor.

Everything should add something to your space. It doesn’t only have to be functional. It can be pretty too.

You have so many options to choose from, depending on what you want your outdoor space to look like.

There are lights for your deck or lawn. You can even put lights in your pool! I don’t know about you, but those make me feel like I am in a 1990’s MTV beach house party… I kind of love it.

Beat The Heat

Next up, we have a few different ways to beat the heat.

This is so important for the summer. We don’t want anyone having a heat stroke. That kind of puts a damper on the festivities.

And, living in Florida like I do, we know a thing or two about the heat.

Make sure you have some sort of shade. Get a sun sail or an umbrella of some sort. Something that will keep the sun from shining down directly on you… skin cancer isn’t such a fun time either.

If you have a pergola or some other outdoor structure, definitely get some curtains. You can close them up when the sun is getting to be a little too much for you. Plus, they look amazing for any type of outdoor summer décor.

And don’t forget to get some sort of fan. Airflow is a must. And bonus points if it has a misting feature!

Speakers

This is where we can get the party started. Don’t forget to bring the tunes!

You don’t even have to have a straight-up speaker just sitting in the middle of your party… You can hide these things now. No one will have any idea where the music is coming from… well, they might if they look for it… but who would do that?

You can get a Bluetooth speaker that blends into your landscape if you want. Hide the music among the rocks.

You can even get a speaker that looks like a lantern with flames inside of it, or just one that is really colorful if you want to add some color to your party.

The options are really endless.

Lounging

Time to lounge around.

What is one of the best parts of summer? After all of the parties and hanging out?

Relaxing. Grab a book, some water, and your favorite snack, and just lounge around.

Any of this lounging furniture would be the perfect addition to your outdoor summer yard décor.

Grab a hammock, or a hammock chair if you like to sit more than lay down.

Cozy up with someone in a round daybed with a canopy, have a cabana boy (or girl) bring you your favorite cocktail… I can dream, can’t I?

You can even get an inflatable lounger. Take that thing with you on your next outing. I know I definitely want one. Next time I go to the park, take that thing out, blow it up and relax.

Bonus Boho Getaway

If you are still looking for some more ideas, fear not, I have you covered.

This is my little bonus for outdoor summer décor.

When I think of summer, I think of festivals. And what do you need at those weekend-long festivals? A place to crash every once in a while… AKA: a tent.

These tents are super cute, especially if you like that more bohemian style. Put one of these in your backyard with some floor pillows, rugs, and some blankets, and you could have an amazing time watching fireflies or stargazing.

It’s super cute and romantic. Even if you are by yourself. Who needs someone else to have some romance in your life?? Not you!!

Now that we have come to the end of my list of the top 20 outdoor summer décor items you need right now, get out there and go design your perfect space!

These items are a great place to start, and you can easily customize any of them to fit your own personal style.

Which of these items are you going to incorporate into your next outdoor space this summer? Let me know in the comments.

If you create an awesome space this summer, let me know! Tag me @ragtagjourney on Instagram and show me what you made! I would love to see it.

Don’t forget to check out my list of the best bohemian home décor to help you design your inside space as well.

Until next time,