8 string lights to brighten your outdoor space
Give your outdoor space an extra glow by looping aluminum stars and whimsical pineapples along your backyard fence. Or hang them on tree branches or your patio umbrella to create a magical canopy of lights. We've rounded up eight great picks to inspire your own backyard oasis.
8 string lights for your outdoor space
Star lights
Star light, star bright! With 10 aluminum incandescent bulbs per strand, these fun lights make it easy to decorate your outdoor space for a party. $35, Canadian Tire.
Retro string lights
Add a retro vibe into your patio space with these caged-in Edison bulb string lights. Eight shades are strung along a 12 ft. brown cord — up to seven strings can be connected, if you have a larger space. $40, Home Depot.
Pineapple string lights
How fun are these pineapple shaped string lights? Perfect decoration for a Hawiian-themed party, or just strung up all season! $50, Canadian Tire.
Caged string lights
These industrial-style lights are truly chic. With copper fittings and cage, these give off a warm glow and are a must-have if you're looking to add a bit of luxe to your space. $20, HomeSense.
Rattan string lights
For patios with a natural decor theme, try these rattan lights that come in a string of 10. $30, Hudson's Bay.
Edison Bulb string lights
These string lights will survive a summer storm — they're made of plastic (though you'd never know) and are water and weather resistant. Plus, the LED Edison bulbs are battery powered, so no plugs are needed. The bulbs give off a nice, warm glow. $30, Lowes.
Umbrella string Lights
Let the light shine from your outdoor umbrella! These decorative lights fit most nine ft. market umbrellas and come with mounting clips to keep them in place. $40, Home Depot.
Weatherproof string lights
These are classic outdoor string lights, perfect for decorating large spaces or lining awnings. Each set is weatherproof and comes with 30 ft. of black cord and 15 incandescent bulbs. $40, Home Depot.
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