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7 warm and cozy finds for outdoor entertaining

Since seeing friends is still primarily an outdoor affair, fall temps mean you’ll want to add some warmth to wherever you entertain. These cozy finds have you covered.

By Michele Kettner October 2, 2020 at 1:55 pm

JBL red wireless speaker — *Courtesy of Best Buy*

Autumn Anthem

It’s not a party without some tunes. Grab this portable speaker to take the music wherever the party goes. // JBL Charge 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker; bestbuy.com; $179.99

brown adirondack chair — *Courtesy of Crate & Barrel*

Keep your guests comfortable as they gather around the fire pit all night long with a few Adirondack chairs made from recycled plastic bottles. // Vista II Adirondack Chair; crateandbarrel.com; $499

Ring of Fire

A fire is a must for outdoor entertaining in the fall, so snap up this copper-colored fire pit as a focal point for your backyard. // Coons Steel Wood Burning Fire Pit; wayfair.com; $209.99

multi-color smore sticks — *Courtesy of Wayfair*

S’more Please

What’s a bonfire without some ooey-gooey s’mores? Pass around these long, colorful skewers to get your marshmallows toasted and to keep your fingers safe. // Freeport Park Barling Marshmallow Roasting Skewers and Shish Kebabs (Set of 4); wayfair.com; $30.99

orange pumpkin mug — *Courtesy of Pottery Barn*

Nice Pumpkin Spice

Whether you’re drinking hot cocoa or apple cider, sip your drink from this festive mug. // Pumpkin Shaped Stoneware Mug; potterybarn.com; $11

outdoor wine table — *Courtesy of Uncommon Goods*

Wine Down

As you and your family cozy up around the fire, keep your drinks and snacks safe with this collapsible table that spikes right into the ground. // Outdoor Wine Table; uncommongoods.com; $58

red and black flannel pillow — *Courtesy of L.L. Bean*

Fall Flannel

Add some comfort to your seating situation with some plush flannel pillows. // Flannel Camp Pillow; llbean.com; $29.95

This story originally appeared in our October 2020 print issue. For more decorating ideas, subscribe to our Home newsletter.

Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.