Hosting an elaborate outdoor party requires careful planning and preparation. While a lot goes into planning the perfect backyard bash for family and friends, refreshing your outdoor patio furniture plays a key role in setting the mood for a relaxing dinner party. Warm up the space with options ranging from dining sets and sofas to comfortable loungers and accent furniture. JCPenney has backyard furniture options that you can use to create your outdoor oasis. Read on to gain fresh inspiration on ways to elevate your backyard décor.
| Decorate Your Garden with a Charming Outdoor Fountain When creating the right ambiance for hosting a grand party, start with an outdoor fountain highlighting your garden with a brush of charm. This multi-tiered outdoor fountain is perfect for all gardens, irrespective of their size. The warm and glowing LED lights of the fountain create an inviting ambiance in your backyard. Plus, the soft sound of cascading water is soothing and provides an aesthetic feature that your guests can admire in your garden, adding a fresh appeal to your backyard. |  |
Let Stunning String Lights Set the Mood
Incorporate lighting to illuminate your alfresco dinner parties. Create visual interest by adding string lights or beautiful pathway lights to brighten your backyard. If you want a more playful scene, then solar-powered lanterns will be a great choice.
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Take Care of the Seating Arrangement
Stick to basic furniture when planning your outdoor party decor. A chic conversation set gives you more flexible seating for times when you are entertaining your guests. This doubles up as a dining area by the grill and a sitting lounge with a firepit. The gray shades put the focus on the landscape offering a modern vibe to your outdoor living space. For cooler evenings, expand your outdoor entertainment area by adding a firepit in the middle of the seating arrangement. Gather around with friends and family and share fun stories while enjoying some s’mores.
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Choose the Right Furniture
Outdoor bar stools are attractive and provide comfortable outdoor seating. Whether you are entertaining guests or setting an outdoor bar area, a bar stool elevates your experience while taking up less space than traditional dining sets. Pick a tall patio bar stool that will allow your guests to sit comfortably and move in and out of their seats easily. They are a sleek addition to your pool or bar area. Plus, the stools are compact and provide easy storage. If you want a hassle-free outdoor refresh, consider an accent chair as it offers extra seating without taking up much space. Or choose a bistro set consisting of two chairs and a table. It is ideal for people who like to have snacks and hold drinks on the patio. It creates the perfect relaxing environment to gather around, have delicious meals, and enjoy meaningful conversations.
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Create a Cozy Corner with Lounging Chairs
A lounge chair surrounded by the great outdoors is ideal for a backyard party. For those who want to relax comfortably by the pool, use a sleek lounge chair to bring comfort to your courtyard. And if you have a seating area under the blazing sun, install a large umbrella to create a calming shade for optimum relaxation. Add colorful pillows to breathe life into your outdoor space.
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| Build a Separate Kids’ Zone Give your kids the space they need by pulling together Adirondack chairs, low stools, and play tents so they can escape into their own world. Have a collection of fun outdoor games and toys at hand, so they can enjoy the warm weather with friends and family. |  |
The right outdoor furniture offers the perfect landscape for your backyard bash. While there are tons of ways to create the best ambiance for your outdoor party, stock up on all essentials like accent chairs, bistro tables, string lights, and conversation sofas at JCPenney. Decorate your space and click plenty of pictures to share with us by tagging #AllAtJCP. Then, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to see if you are featured.
