Lots of patio umbrellas claim to be “wind-resistant,” but if you’ve ever chased one across your yard after a storm, you know that’s not always the case. The best patio umbrellas for wind, however, ...

Often overlooked in outdoor furnishings, a patio umbrella can be the make-or-break item that transforms a sunny backyard spot into a shady sanctuary you actually enjoy sitting in. The right patio ...

I’ve been researching, testing and recommending products since 2020. To select the best outdoor umbrellas in 2025, we put 11 top models to the test, with Purple Leaf emerging as our favorite ...

While you can always invest in a retractable awning to shade your outdoor space, a basic patio umbrella is more reasonably priced and gets the job done without the lengthy installation process. They ...

Don’t get caught in the rain without a sturdy, reliable umbrella ever again. Whereas most cheap umbrellas (and we have owned our fair share) bend, bow, or completely invert under conditions worse than ...

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Those who need a break from the summer sun, but dislike the ungainly look of many patio umbrellas, may prefer the minimalist Shade, created by the Paris-based designer Christophe Pillet for the ...