MCM backyard with pool, bougainvillea

MCM Essentials for a Backyard Bash

  • July 28, 2024
  • Written by Ian McMaster and Jolene Nolte and Featured image photography by Chad Mellon

MCM essentials for a backyard bash, summer soiree or pool party.

Planning to host anything in your backyard this summer? These MCM essentials for a backyard bash will help set the tone.

 

Can’t get enough of breeze blocks? (Read more about breeze blocks’ history here.) These coasters are a fun and effortless way to bring an MCM touch to your backyard bash.Breeze Block beverage coasters, $28. Visit mintysdesign.com.
yellow bar stool
Feeling the summer vibes? This sunshiny yellow barstool is both hospitable and spells summer fun.  Sadie II outdoor bar stool, $678. Visit westelm.com.
MCM serving tray with atomic era patterns
Serving trays make great statements. Of course, they are an MCM essential for a backyard bash to serve up fruit or appetizers (see some retro recipes ideas here), and when you’re not using it, you can display it on your wall or credenza. Mid Century Modern party platter, $46. Visit midcenturymoderngal.com.
Coordinating perfectly with the serving tray, these napkins will tie together your summer soiree decor with retro charm. Mid Century Modern Atomic 50s outdoor-dining cloth napkin set, $39.99. Visit midcenturymoderngal.com.
60s inspired floral tablecloth and lime green placemats and coasters
The lime stripes of these placemats and coasters will add a touch of retro whimsy to your outdoor table. Set of two placemats and coasters, $38, 4-foot round tablecloth, $96. Visit hazy-sunshine.com.
The malachite color on these stackable glasses say both summer and MCM. Fill with retro cocktail of your choice. (See recipes here.) The Glasses Set, $146. Visit materialkitchen.com.

They don’t make things like they used to—except when they make retro-inspired things like this Legacy 54-quart cooler, $199.99. Visit igloocoolers.com. (If you love the look of this retro-inspired cooler, check out our list of retro-inspired kitchen appliances!)

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