The patio chair cover was easy to put on and proved effective after months of testing, including periods of thunderstorms with high winds and consistent rain. There are straps and clips to secure it ...

Stefanie Waldek is a space, travel, and design journalist with expertise in aviation, meteorology, and polar regions. She was a former editor at Architectural Digest, TripAdvisor, and ArtNews.

The styles lean modern, but it's all very approachable. You could replace your cheaper outdoor furniture one piece at a time and nothing would look out of place. No reason to be coy about it—it ...