The best outdoor furniture to help liven up your space

So, the weather is finally getting nice enough to go outside — just not for everyone, though. Lockdown restrictions still have a lot of people confined to their homes, assuming they don't have a backyard. If you do happen to have your own outdoor space — whether it's a patio or an entire pool setup — you're in luck. Yes, you're allowed to go out, and we are very happy for you.  It's probable that you'll be spending more time out there than usual, so it's better to make it comfortable, welcoming, and an expression of your taste. That means you're going to need to get some furniture if you don't already have some.  Read more...More about Home, Mashable Shopping, Outdoor Furniture, Culture, and Work Life IMAGE: West Elm BEST OUTDOOR RUG Ombre Pop Indoor/Outdoor Rug When getting an outdoor rug, you need to place extra importance on its durability — this one checks that box, and also looks great. $400 from West Elm IMAGE: CB2 BEST OUTDOOR CHAIR Outdoor Basket Chair This CB2 chair will hold up against mild weather conditions, and is super comfortable to lounge in for long periods of time. $529 from CB2 IMAGE: Target BEST OUTDOOR LOVESEAT Standish Patio Loveseat The Standish loveseat is more than its looks — it's designed with comfort and durability in mind, which is exemplified in the soft cushions and sturdy steel frame. $400 from Target IMAGE: Amazon BEST FIRE PIT Kingso Outdoor Fire Pit Enhance your hangout sessions with this fire pit — it's well-made and just compact enough to not get in your way. $70 from Amazon IMAGE: AllModern BEST OUTDOOR CUSHION Daisha Outdoor Cushion Sink into this beanbag cushion from AllModern — it'll conform to your body while staying supportive, and you can keep it outside without fear of damage. $326.99 from AllModern IMAGE: Wayfair BEST OUTDOOR SERVING CART Poyen Outdoor Serving Cart Now this is how you host a get-together — this serving cart has plenty of storage for drinks and snacks, fits in with any layout plan, and should last you quite a while with its strong iron frame. $133.99 from Wayfair IMAGE: Wayfair BEST OUTDOOR UMBRELLA Pennie Cantilever Umbrella This cantilever umbrella gives you the space you want while protecting you from the sun and saving you from the stress of maintenance. $184.99 from Wayfair IMAGE: Urban Outfitters BEST OUTDOOR SIDE TABLE Tile Painted Ceramic Indoor/Outdoor Side Table This accent side table is a great way to add a little life to your outdoor space, and you wont have to stress about keeping it in shape. $149 from Urban Outfitters IMAGE: Urban Outfitters BEST OUTDOOR DINING TABLE Rhys Outdoor Dining Table If you want to add a pop of color to your outdoor space, this table should do the trick — plus, it comes with extra storage and a durable iron frame. $249 from Urban Outfitters IMAGE: Urban Outfitters BEST OUTDOOR COFFEE TABLE Uma Outdoor Coffee Table This coffee table is a great centerpiece for your outdoor hangs — in addition to being sturdy overall, it has the option to fan out into two elevated surfaces for working, snacking, and more. $499 from Urban Outfitters IMAGE: Amazon BEST SPLURGE ITEM Intex PureSpa Portable Hot Tub Pop up this inflatable hot tub for a temporary spa treatment, and break it down whenever it's not in use so you can save some space. $949.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Target BEST OUTDOOR HANGING CHAIR Latigo Patio Hanging Egg Chair This hanging egg chair is a conversation starter to say the least — it's well-balanced, weather-proof, and will probably be your new favorite place to cozy up with a good book. $550 from Target