Parasols rarely have a straightforward role to play. In our gardens, they’re expected to balance style with practicality — compact enough to store away in winter, yet generous enough to shade guests through the height of summer. I’d spent years searching for one that delivers on all fronts — and I’d finally found it.
Defined by its green-and-white stripe and finished with a tasselled trim, Habitat’s £30 garden parasol brings an effortless, laid-back, hotel-style feel to my small square garden. As a long-time lover of stripes, I snapped it up during last year’s heatwave — and I’ve never looked back (it sold out within hours).
It’s lightweight and easy to reposition — ideal for following the sun throughout the day — and adds a fresh hit of colour to my patio without overwhelming the space.
Habitat Sunbeam 1.6m Garden Parasol – Green & White
Habitat Sunbeam 1.6m Garden Parasol – Green & White
‘Parasols are quickly becoming a must-have garden feature this summer. We’re seeing an appetite for bold patterns, playful stripes, and vintage-inspired fringes that add a touch of retro charm,’ Andrew Tanner, Habitat’s head of design, tells House Beautiful UK.
‘It’s all about creating a statement piece that complements your garden furniture while providing essential shade. To style it, think layering. Mix with colourful cushions, textured rugs, and low-slung seating to create a relaxed, resort-inspired look.’
Design highlights include an adjustable height, a pulley system to raise and lower the canopy smoothly, and an in-built tilt, perfect for tweaking as the sun moves throughout the day. It’s also incredibly lightweight (made from polyester and metal), making it easy to reposition or put away after use.
1.6m Tilting Garden Parasol – Blue & White
If green isn’t quite your colour, it’s also available in a pretty sky-blue colourway, which would look equally as lovely propped up on a patio or tucked in your boot and taken to the beach.
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