These 20 Outdoor Hanging Chairs Will Help You Swing into Summer

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Sunny days are here again! If it’s not warm weather where you are, we’ve got the perfect antidote: a hanging chair. Whether it’s indoors or outdoors, nothing evokes the feeling of balmy beaches and sun-kissed picnics like these floating seats. The product category contains multitudes, of course, from an affordable hammock chair to a more structured egg-shaped rattan option. There have been plenty of design icons in the genre, too, including Danish designer Nanna Ditzel’s egg chair, which serves as the perfect Sunday afternoon cradle. With such a rife marketplace, then, where should you start? Here, a selection of our favorite indoor and outdoor hanging chairs, from impulse buys to big-time splurges. Add a beach read and a glass of lemonade and you’re all set for summer!

Peacock Indoor/Outdoor Hanging Chair

It’s all in the details. Anthropologie’s hanging chair features intricate, swirling rattan designs, so it’s a beautiful seating option both indoors and out. The flowing motifs are reminiscent of a peacock’s showy feathers—hence the name—and you’ll be equally proud to show this baby off.

Hanging Rattan Chair

Serena & Lily does the breezy Hamptons vibe best, so naturally one of its offerings had to make our list. The brand’s hanging chair is a staple in its lineup, with a curved rattan silhouette that feels both light and sculptural. Curl up with a book by the seaside and you’re good to go.

Porch Swing

Comfort is a number one priority when it comes to a hanging chair, and this offering’s got it in spades. Inspired by the curved shape of a lobster’s tail, thick seat cushions cradle the body, so you can catch a few z’s while enjoying the great outdoors. The brick-red hue makes for a fun pop of color too.

Hammock Chair

Want to get the hanging chair look on a budget? This cozy seat comes with a wall mount and won’t break the bank at just under $50. Available in white and light gray, it includes a built-in side pocket where you can stash your phone or notepad while snoozing. Part hammock too, it’s easy to pack up and take on the go.

White Hanging Chair

Those into a more boho chic look will gravitate toward this iteration of the hanging chair, with its white tassels and soft, plush cushions for maximum comfort.

Hanging Chair

When it comes to an outdoor hanging chair, you can’t go wrong with a wicker look. This faux rattan number checks all those boxes, making for an undeniably stylish perch.

Wicker Swing Egg Chair

Esmlada’s chair is a favorite among the outdoor seat options both for its stylishness and its relative affordability. It’s easy to set up and get started with too, as it comes with its own frame.

Macramé Hammock Hanging Chair

Breezy, timeless, and great for indoors and out, this hanging chair is an ideal starting point for those new to the product category. Bonus: Mounting hardware is included.

Marina Outdoor Hanging Chair

We love the elegant geometric patterns of this hanging chair. Perfect for poolside lounging, the cushions are mold- and mildew-resistant, and the powder-coated aluminum frame is rustproof. Put it all together and you’ve got a stylish seat that can be enjoyed for years to come.

Chocolate Brown Swing Chair

Whether it’s in the living room or on the front porch, this chic hammock chair does it all. Pair with a patterned throw pillow, as pictured, for the ultimate style statement.

Knotted Melati Hanging Chair

This chair is indoors only, but it’s so beautiful that you’ll want to show it off in your living or family room. Macramé weaves together intricate, swirling shapes—including flowers—that really bring the great outdoors in.

Capistrano Hanging Chair and Stand

Serena & Lily’s outdoor furniture offerings are so nice, we had to include them twice on this list. Snap this one up while on sale for the perfect poolside reading companion.

Brisa Rattan Hanging Chair

Brazil’s design history is a rich one, dotted with big-name modernists like José Zanine Caldas, Joaquim Tenreiro, and Lina Bo Bardi. Interior design firm Hettler-Tüllman took that long aesthetic tradition as inspiration for its CB2 hanging chair, honoring the natural materials and creating a shape that’s an instant front porch classic.

Berkshire Porch Swing

The comparisons between rattan furniture and basket weaving are obvious, but here, the design and crisscrossing patterns make it even more evident, evoking a sense of real craft (and maybe Easter egg hunts too). Great for lazy Sundays—or a Friday afternoon cocktail.

Hanging Rope Swing

Lounging doesn’t have to break the bank, which is why we love this simple (yet highly rated) rope swing.

Rainbow Hanging Canopy Chair

If your backyard is looking a bit too beige, consider this hanging chair from France & Son the antidote. Purple, yellow, orange, red, and green combine with kaleidoscopic effect, creating a seat that guests will fight to perch in at your next cocktail party.

Sling Hanging Swing Chair

This outdoor swing chair by Studio Stirling is made using a vegan material by Spradling called Silvertex, and whether you install one or two of these, they’re sure to look good indoors or out.

Dragnet Swing Lounge Chair | Kenneth Cobonpue

With a fisherman’s net in mind, product designer Kenneth Cobonpue crafted this hanging chair by weaving fabric around a steel frame.

Swing Chair Dark Gray

Outdoor furniture typically runs the gamut from brown to beige, so it’s refreshing to see a more stark black hue make its mark on the backyard’s sunny vistas. Part swing, part lounge chair, Talenti’s offering is great for parties (or for tapping into your inner goth kid).

Weather-Resistant Kingsize Hammock Chair

For those who want a good lounging option but don’t necessarily want to lie down, a hammock chair is always a good choice. Put it under a tree, on a porch, or even in a playroom, and you will have the perfect reading chair.

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