Thirteen stylish inflatables for pool- and dock-side chilling

By Truc Nguyen | May 30, 2022

By Truc Nguyen | 05/30/2022

Whether in a backyard pool, on a Muskokan lake or on terra firma, a colourful and attention-grabbing floaty makes a bold statement. Here are some of our favourites for the season.

For animal lovers

The Fox, $60

Barrie’s Float-Eh builds this cartoonishly cute doughnut with an advanced valve system for a quicker inflation.

For synchronized floaters

Stinson Big Double Float, $102

This California-inspired, hand-printed inflatable is made with recyclable PVC.

For kitschy crowds

Pizza Slice Pool Float, $50 each

Each six-foot vinyl float comes with a loop attachment—order eight for a full pie.

For merrymakers

Disco Dome and Ball, $269

This distinctive, mesh-covered hemisphere seats up to four and comes with fancy features like a foot bath.

For good-vibe seekers

Luxe Lie-On Float, $103

Sunnylife’s PVC float will draw stares for its eye-popping, surrealist quality and comes with a rip-fix kit, just in case.

For consummate gadabouts

Clear Pink Mesh Lounger, $57

Funboy’s floating sun bed, with a headrest and beverage holder, is ideal for those who can’t stay away from the water for very long.

For fashionable loungers

Leopard Heart Float, $130

Floatie Kings, a Miami-based inflatables company, collaborated with luxury label Saint Laurent on a line of trendy lifebuoys, available in classic YSL prints.