Sampan Outdoor Wicker Day Bed

The Sampan wicker day bed is a contemporary styled outdoor bed made from a weatherproof polymer resin and coated metal frame that will stand up to the harshest of weather conditions. It’s a beautiful addition to any well-appointed outdoor living area, and this piece of outdoor furniture is spacious enough for two. Available at homeinfatuation.com for $5495.

Chaise Lounge Chairs Outdoor Luxury Seating

Chaise lounge chairs are ideal for a variety of outdoor living areas: terraces, poolside, patio, beachside, and garden. The chaise lounge derived from the French “chaise longue” meaning long chair has a rich history, think back to images of Romans and Greeks laying leisurely upon an early version of the chaise lounge. This multi-purpose chair provides a comfortable and chic platform for sunning, reading, relaxing, sleeping and they make great backdrops to show off your fashionable, elegant bathing attire.

Now, chaise lounges are even more popular than ever thanks to scenes like the one in the upcoming Sex and the City movie in which the ladies are lounging on gorgeous, stylish chaise lounge chairs by the pool. The scene captures the sophisticated glamour associated with the sleek, sexy and indulgent outdoor lounger.

Luxury poolside chaises have long been popular at high-end hotels and resorts but we think all divas, decorating or otherwise, should own one of these posh lovelies. Our favorite luxury resort style chaises are:

Milano Aluminum Single Chaise Lounge Chair by Caluco, $1354 (caluco.com for dealers).
Luxor Sun Bed and Chaise Lounge Chair by Emu, $2150 (emuamericas.com for retail locations).
Coast Arc Chaise with storage bin under seat from Henry Hall Designs, $3300 (retail locations at henryhalldesigns.com).
Paradiso Chaise Lounge (described by the manufacturer as “an island of calm” – perfect description, we think!) by Giati (company founded by award winning sculptor, inventor and designer, Mark Singer).

Outdoor Rugs Design Trend 2008

Terraza, an outdoor and indoor rug from The Rug Market, illustrates the bold, bright earth inspired colors and patterns.

Koko Company Green Classic outdoor mat gives traditional design a twist with a lime green color that is unmistakably modern.

Also from Koko Company, a new addition to their quirky, colorful and interesting rug collection, the Trees.

Out-Durable Braided Rug Venetian Glass, available at homespicedecor.com, combines reds, greens, blues, cream and gold to create a jewel-toned rug. Jewel tones are a sophisticated 2008 color trend that is inspired by the bright, bold and sparkling colors associated with the 1980s.

La Jolla Outdoor Living Collection

The La Jolla outdoor sofa from Restoration Hardware is so pretty and inviting that just looking at it makes us want to sink into it with a book and an iced coffee. The collection includes the above sofa, love seat, coffee table, table and chairs, daybed, armless chaise and coordinating fabric cushions that make decorating a snap. Retail prices range from $60 to $1275. Available at Restoration Hardware and restorationhardware.com.

Monaco and Monaco Ville Outdoor Furniture by Brown Jordan

The very best and most luxurious designs in outdoor furniture can be found at Brown Jordan. The Monaco and Monaco Ville outdoor living collection by Brown Jordan consists of elegant, contemporary sectionals, side tables and chaise. Retail locations at brownjordan.com.