19 Outdoor Pillow Ideas That Will Blow Your Patio’s Mind

Eye-catching pillows aren't just for the living room anymore.

Written by Navpreet Dhillon April 23, 2021

There is no easier way to upgrade your outdoor space than a pillow refresh. Mix them, match them or add them to your pile. You’re just a few clicks away from a brighter, happier, cuter, chicer, more fun outdoor living situation. Check out our favorites from this new season’s batch.

1 of 19The Inside

Try an Otomi-Inspired Print

The Inside Marigold Frida Lumbar Pillow, $39
2 of 19Summer Classics

Go Global with Kilim

Summer Classics Cajun Kilim Indoor/Outdoor Pillow, $156
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3 of 19The Inside

Change it Up with Cheetah

The Inside Desert Cheetah Lumbar Pillow, $49
4 of 19CB2

Stay Classic with Stripes

CB2 Cap Striped Outdoor Pillow, $35
5 of 19

Mix in a Little Nubby Texture

Grandin Road Epsom Diamond Outdoor Pillow, from $42
6 of 19Grandin Road

Experiment with a Faux Sabra Print

Grandin Road Faux Sabra Outdoor Pillow, from $42
7 of 19Summer Classics

X Marks the Spot

Summer Classics Cajun Halo x Stripe Indoor/Outdoor Pillow, $69
8 of 19Serena Dugan

Choose a Painterly Print

Serena Dugan Flame/Fuchsia Capretto Pillow, $235
9 of 19Serena Dugan

Or a Mod Color Block

Serena Dugan Hyacinth/Pumice Condesa Pillow, $235
10 of 19West Elm

Play with Two Colors of the Same Pattern

West Elm Variegated Block Stripe Indoor/Outdoor Pillow, from $45
11 of 19Pottery Barn

Who Doesn’t Love Lemons?

Pottery Barn Rebecca Atwood Lemon Embroidered Pillow Cover, $60
12 of 19Annie Selke

Try Some Poppy, Summery Spots

Annie Selke Spot On Orange Outdoor/Indoor Pillow, $68
13 of 19Serena & Lily

Try a Soft, Fringey Edge on a Classic Print

Serena & Lily Coastal/Lily Calais Pillow Cover, $198
14 of 19RH

Get Cozy with Soft Texture

RH Indigo Savona Moroccan Diamond Pillow, $195
15 of 19CB2

Experiment with Solid Colors in Interesting Texture

CB2 Mustard Phaedra Outdoor Loop Pillow, $40
16 of 19Williams-Sonoma

Go Bold With Tropical Tigers

Williams-Sonoma Outdoor Tiger Tropical Jacquard Pillow Cover, from $99
17 of 19Ballard Designs

You Can Monogram this Formal Black & White Beauty

Ballard Designs Black/Sand Color Block Indoor/Outdoor Pillow, from $49
18 of 19The Company Store

Shape Shift with a Bolster

Company Store Dolce Mango Sunbrella Outdoor Bolster Pillow, $59
19 of 19Anthropologie

Choose All of the Trends at Once: Fringe, Warm Pastels, Soft Stripes and Plus Texture

Anthropologie Somerset Indoor/Outdoor Pillow, $48

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