Best Outdoor String Lights For Patios and Backyards
The Best Outdoor String Lights For Patios and Backyards
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I have a weakness for any and all outdoor spaces with string lights. They could be at a restaurant, a backyard, or a tiny balcony I can only see from the street — there's something about string lights that completely transforms the look and feel of a backyard or patio. I'm on board with anyone who wants to implement string lights into their outdoor decor, which is why I gathered a few top choices from across the internet to make the hunt easier.
From solar-powered lights and unique colour-changing lights to classic LED lights and beyond, there are string lights to generate whatever mood you want to set. Ahead, find the best string and fairy lights to make your outdoor space glow this summer.
Colour-Changing Lights: Stargazer Colour-Changing Light Strand
This Stargazer Colour-Changing Light Strand ($58) is bound to fit your vibe. Compatible with wifi, these string lights have 16 million light choices that can be changed with a "Hey, Alexa" or a quick tap on your phone. The light stand is 33 inches long.
Boho Lights: Isola Indoor/Outdoor Woven String Lights
Set the scene for a dreamy summer evening with the Isola Indoor/Outdoor Woven String Lights ($129). The woven-basket shade provides a glow that's inviting and welcoming, and its water-resistant design can withstand a summer storm. The 25-foot strand includes 12 glass bulbs to illuminate your outdoor space.
Industrial Lights: Afirst Outdoor String Lights
The Edison bulbs on the Afirst Outdoor String Lights ($26, originally $31) give off a warm glow that transforms patios into intimate getaways. The string lights are 20 feet long and can connect to other strands, in case you have a larger patio that requires more bulbs.
Bestselling Patio Lights: Brightown Globe Patio Lights
Hang these bestselling Brightown Globe Patio Lights ($14, originally $15) around the edge of a balcony or around your patio. It is 25 feet long with 27 Edison-style glass bulbs, and it's also waterproof and connectable.
50-Count Lights: Simply Essential Cafe Solar 50-Count Outdoor LED String Lights
These Simply Essential Cafe Solar 50-Count Outdoor LED String Lights ($25) will make any outdoor gathering more festive. They're classic, romantic, and — once you've positioned them — maintenance free. They have 50 bulbs to brighten your evening.
Globe Lights: Novtech LED Outdoor String Lights
These Novtech LED Outdoor String Lights ($37) have gorgeous and unique fairy-light detailing inside the bulbs. They're waterproof and perfect for patios, porches, or gardens.
Solar-Powered Lights: BesLowe Solar Fairy String Lights
With eight lighting modes, these BesLowe Solar Fairy String Lights ($30, originally $50 for a four-pack) are all you need to create the perfect backyard ambience. Each string light is 72 feet long with around 200 bulbs. They're waterproof and solar-powered, so you don't have to worry about plugs and battery packs.
Lantern Lights: Smart Solar String Light
How majestic are the lantern-style lights on this Smart Solar String Light ($26)? They're solar-powered, so you don't have to worry about batteries or plugs.
Modern Brass Lights: Project 62 Frosted G40 String Lights
Add a touch of brass detailing with these warm-toned Project 62 Frosted G40 String Lights ($17). They're a great option if your patio has a modern aesthetic.
