8 cheery outdoor blankets for all your safe summer hangs
The accessory to grab and go everywhere with
This season's must-have accessory (after a non-medical face mask, of course): The outdoor blanket. Perfect for lazing at your local park, beach or public pool (don't forget to practice physical distancing when you're out) or even in your backyard, a new blanket is something you might be reaching for often. Why not invest in one with a cheeky print or fun design?
Here, 8 outdoor blankets that are sure to brighten your day.
This budget-friendly beach blanket by Big Mouth is a must for those who can't get enough of this refreshing summertime snack. Also, for fans of Harry Styles.
Big Mouth Watermelon Beach Blanket, $29.99, Hudson's Bay
Even if you can't make it to a beach, you can channel it through an abstract wave print whilst lounging in the sun and catching some rays.
Organic Spliced Water Ripple Beach Towel, $45, West Elm
If you're looking for a specific print or pattern, Society6 — an online home goods marketplace featuring works from artists worldwide — will most likely have it. I'm partial to a throw dotted with Dalmatian spots.
Design Minds Boutique Dalmatian Spots Throw Blanket, $59.99, Society6
Tofino Towel Co. collaborated with Montreal's June Swimwear on this vibrant terry cotton velour towel, which is thick enough to use as a picnic blanket or outdoor mat.
The Sparkle Blanket, $70, Tofino Towel Co.
This airy picnic blanket from Indigo is basically an oversized Turkish towel, which means loads of space to splay out on, but lightweight enough to toss into a tote bag.
Striped Picnic Blanket Sunshine Yellow, $39.50, Indigo
Ironically, this cozy throw blanket by Calgary brand Frankie Print Co is sure to brighten up any cat lover's day. It's also available in three sizes.
Grouchy Cat Throw Blanket, from $135.02, Frankie Print Co
Not into the idea of lugging a giant picnic mat to the park? This option by Sunnylife folds up neatly into a bag with straps.
Sunnylife Picnic Blanket, $89.57, Shopbop
For those still riding the quarantine tie-dye wave, this vibrant ink-blotted beach towel by Slowtide was made for you.
Slowtide Indigo Sun Beach Towel, $39.99, Altitude Sports
D'Loraine Miranda is a Toronto-based editor and writer. Follow her on Instagram @dlorainem
