Ten outdoor chairs for stylish summer lounging

For fans of bouclé

Lanai chaise

1 Casualife has been selling outdoor furniture for nearly 40 years, with showrooms in Markham and Mississauga. This chaise is covered in a polypropylene fabric that’s resistant to sun, sweat, stains and mildew but feels as soft as an indoor material. With rounded edges and a recessed base, it makes a stylish statement by the pool. $3,155, casualife.ca

For Aperol spritz enthusiasts

Önnestad armchair

2 This bold armchair adds a pop of playfulness to any outdoor space. The frame is powder-coated steel, and the plush cotton cushion covers can be removed and thrown in the wash. The cheerful striped pattern is reminiscent of a Sicilian patio—but at a price point that won’t blow the budget. $149, ikea.com

For design lovers

Roly Poly armchair

3 British designer Faye Toogood created the iconic Roly Poly chair in 2014, and its chunky legs and bowl-shaped seat have become instantly recognizable. This one, made by Italian brand Driade, comes in a sunny shade that contrasts beautifully with greenery. $828, finnishdesignshop.com

For serious loungers

Kavala outdoor lounge chair

4 For anyone who loves the idea of melting into a cushion while basking in the sun, this West Elm lounger is an excellent choice. It has a minimalist beanbag-inspired shape, with a deep base that allows for stretching out or curling up. It’s stuffed with comfy foam and fibre, with a metal frame and woven water- and mould-resistant upholstery. $749, westelm.ca

For mid-century fanatics

1966 contour chaise

5 This Knoll classic, designed by Richard Schultz as part of the brand’s 1966 collection (a permanent fixture at the MoMA), has a breathable woven mesh backing and powder-coated aluminum frame. The seat is moulded to support the body’s natural curves in a blissful reclining position that requires zero awkward shifting. Its mid-century roots channel Mad Men levels of lounging. $4,075, dwr.com

For tiki devotees

Cavola lounge chair

6 Article makes this lounge chair out of a synthetic rattan with solid acacia legs. Throw in printed pillows, a patterned rug and a couple of potted palms, and you have the ultimate bohemian oasis—kombucha-sipping friends not included. $599, article.com

For statement makers

Hot seat

7 LA-based Bend Goods makes furniture out of metal wire. Here, they reinvented the classic armchair using recyclable iron wire for a distinctive, modern look. The vibrant blue shade and clean lines are guaranteed to add personality to even the drabbest of decks. $800, bendgoods.com

For artsy urbanites

Frame armchair

8 Italian brand Paola Lenti uses hand-spun yarns and fibres like flax and hemp to make its furniture. The Frame chair has an aluminum base that’s upholstered in one of their rope-braided polyolefin fabrics, which adds texture and a homey feel to a backyard. Starting at $5,580, studiobhome.com

For desert dreamers

Jericho sling chair

9 A far cry from the canvas fold-up chairs of yore, this one from Rove Concepts has a faux-wicker base and fast-dry foam cushioning, giving off understated-but-glam Palm Springs energy. When the weather starts to feel more Northern Ontario than Southern California, it folds flat for easy storage. $465, roveconcepts.com

For seekers of endless summers

Orion heated lounge chair

10 Torontonians will try anything to extend our short summers, whether it’s an outdoor firepit or a screened-in deck. This sleek chair may help: made from cast stone and stainless steel, it comes with a plug-in heating system that goes up to a toasty 48 degrees. $3,410, dwr.com