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7 Best Outdoor Pillows for Patio, Lauded by a Designer

Whether you're reading this in the heat of summer or the brisk of fall, you may be wondering how you can make your outdoor sofa just a touch cozier. Whether you have a few extra dollars for just this purpose or are looking for a budget-friendly solution, the best outdoor pillows are you answer! They're easy to purchase (hello, parcel shipment) and even easier to pop on and switch out. And yes, they're cozy: the designs below, picked by designer Courtney Marquez, come in wide variety of colors and textures for every patio personality. See how they hold up to elements, resist mildew and keep their comfy shape long after first use — and how you can rest easy knowing you can enjoy them on a summer, spring or fall deck with iced tea or hot cocoa . . . again and again!

Best Overall

1. Performance Solid Knit Indoor Outdoor Lumbar Throw Pillow

Best Features: - outdoor lumbar pillows - water-resistant + fade-resistant decorative pillow - indoor/outdoor pillow

Size: 26"W x 6"D x 14"H

Why You Want It: "This lumbar shape offers an alternative (and a more comfy one at that!) to square." - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "It's a perfect size, comfortable, cute and my cats love it!" - Laura EWC

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ombre stripe
2. STRIPE INDOOR OUTDOOR PERFORMANCE THROW PILLOW

Best Features: - for outdoor spaces or living room - versatile outdoor cushion and can match most poufs and sectionals - soft pillow inserts

Size: 22"W x 6"D x 22"H

Why You Want It: "The gentle stripes add energy to a space, if you're into that sort of thing!" - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "These throw pillows are perfect with neutral undertones and enough color to create interest. The filling is perfect, flexible without being floppy. Love them!" - MarMar

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Best Modern Outdoor Pillow

black ivory
3. Outdoor Accent Pillow - Black / Ivory

Best Features: - for modern outdoor living - to match your outdoor furniture - geometric outdoor pillow cover

Size: 22"W x 4"D x 22"H

Why You Want It: "Furniture is just furniture, in wood, wicker, beige, blah blah blah. But a black-and-white geometric pillow is where all the real style begins and can add fun to any space!" - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "Bought this pillow for my front Porch. Looks amazing on my Bondi outdoor sofa." - Srogers

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cabana
4. Cabana Stripes Outdoor Throw Pillow

Best Features: - stripes in solid colors

Size: 22"W x 6"D x 22"H

Why You Want It: "The smooth texture is made out of almost the same material as the cushions of most outdoor sectionals, to blend right in and look like part of a set." - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "Even though it rained a lot, it was nice that the cushions didn't die and kept their shape." - Sophia Im

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Best Solid Outdoor Pillow

solid knit lumbar best outdoor pillow
5. Performance Solid Knit Indoor Outdoor Lumbar Throw Pillow

Best Feature: - performance fabric

Size: 26"W x 6"D x 14"H

Why You Want It: "The tough performance knit exterior stands up to all weather and elements, despite looking dainty and hand-crafted!" - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "We used this to zhuz up my clients couch and just gave her living room a little facelift." - Summer Rodela

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Best Performance Outdoor Pillow

6. Performance Solid Knit Indoor Outdoor Lumbar Throw Pillow

Best Features: - Two pounds (weighted feel)

Size: 26"W x 6"D x 14"H

Why You Want It: "The warm shade of teracotta makes this surpass seasons; cozy up to it with a warm mug on a crisp fall morning, or with the matching terracotta sunset on a warm summer evening." - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "Very heavy and sturdy pillow. High quality pillows." - Jus10mat

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ombre stripe
7. STRIPE INDOOR OUTDOOR PERFORMANCE THROW PILLOW

Best Feature: - Rustic style

Size: 22"W x 6"D x 22"H

Why You Want It: "It's meant for inside and out. With mildew, sun and weather resistant properties, you can rest easy using it outdoors, or in for a homey feel." - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "Great pillow would recommend to everyone that is looking for a decor pillow." - Anonymous

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