1. A fade-resistant, tiltable outdoor umbrella so you can relax without worrying about harmful UV rays. (But remember to always wear sunscreen when your skin's exposed to the sun!) It's got a diameter of 7.5 feet, which can provide shade for a small table and three or four chairs.

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Note: The umbrella stand is not included, but this is a good one if you need one.

Promising review: "This umbrella was perfect and met my needs. I live in a condo and needed a way to shade the balcony from the intense morning sun. This worked really well. The setup was easy. The crank works well and the tilt is easy to do." —Danielle

Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in 15 colors and patterns).

2. A lighted cantilever umbrella that'll make your backyard feel like some type of fancy resort destination. It spans 10 feet, tilts and cranks easily, and has built-in solar-powered lights, so you don't have to abandon ship the second the sun goes down. Shade by day, ambience by night.

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Promising review: "Absolutely love it!!! This umbrella is huge; I was so shocked at how big it was. What an awesome investment! It also comes with a cover to keep it decent and clean! I am satisfied with this purchase; it is beautiful and different from a regular table umbrella. None of my neighbors have this, so I love having something different. And it’s solar, which is perfect, no plugs or anything, just the sun, and it lights up." —Sonia 

Get it from Wayfair for $199.99+ (available in six colors). 

3. A gigantic (I'm talking 10-foot x13-foot) rectangular cantilever umbrella if you need something that's more of a shade pavilion than your average patio umbrella. It covers an enormous area, enough for your full seating setup. It rotates 360 degrees to keep every corner of your patio cool all day long.

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Promising review: "I highly recommend this product! It is so sturdy, and it blocks our whole patio. What I love is that you can move it up and down, left and right, to be able to block the sun at all times. We had it out all summer long, and there was no color fade. The bag that goes over the umbrella is super easy, and anyone can put it on. At first, I was like 'how am I going to get this over the umbrella, I'm too short,' but there is a metal piece in the lining that you hold and the bag just wraps right around easy peasy." —Mackenzie 

Get it from Amazon for $350+ (available in eight colors and eight sizes). 

4. A half umbrella perfect for small patios, balconies, or anywhere you're working with limited space. The flat back lets it sit flush against a wall while still offering a full nine feet of shade. This proves that compact doesn't have to mean compromising.

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Promising review: "I love it! It’s perfect for my small apartment patio. A serious game changer. I leave it open all day, and my plants are doing well because of it! They don’t get scorched anymore. It also provides the perfect coverage to allow me to relax outside in the shade." —Natalie 

Get it from Amazon for $40.99+ (available in seven colors). 

5. A patterned patio umbrella if your outdoor space needs a focal point. This 10-foot option has a floral-inspired design in blue, green, and orange, plus all the basics like a crank lift, tilt feature, and vented canopy for airflow.

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Promising review: "These umbrellas are so bright and beautiful! I accidentally left them up the first day of a monsoon, and they were totally fine the next day! They do have nice Velcro dark teal ties, I will be using the rest of this windy season. My neighbor told me she loves looking out of her kitchen window and seeing these fun umbrellas peaking over the top of our fence." —Candace

Get it from Wayfair for $67.99 (originally $125.99).

6. A double-sided 15-foot umbrella that's basically two umbrellas in one — *and* it comes with the base! It's wide enough to shade your whole lounge setup (or a small village), and the crank lift makes opening and closing way less of an arm workout than you'd expect. If you're trying to keep a crowd cool, this is the one.

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Promising review: "This patio umbrella is absolutely perfect for our backyard setup! The 15-foot double-sided design gives so much shade, easily covers our entire outdoor dining table, and then some. It’s been great for relaxing outside with family without having to fight over who’s in the sun. Setup was straightforward, and I really appreciated that it came with the base and sandbags (which needed to be filled with sand). Once we filled the bags and secured the base, it felt very sturdy, even with a breeze. It feels safe and secure. The crank handle makes opening and closing the umbrella really easy, and the fabric seems like good quality, it's thick, doesn’t fade in the sun, and handles light rain without soaking through. The frame feels strong, too." —Manoj Kumar 

Get it from Amazon for $149.99+ (available in 12 colors). 

7. A 9-foot pagoda-style umbrella if you want something that's a little different. The three-tiered canopy helps with airflow and makes it more stable on windy days, while the weather-resistant fabric stands up to sun and rain. It also has a crank and lift and tilt feature that'll make finding the right angle easy.

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Promising review: "I bought three of these umbrellas (red, green, and blue). I just love the design, and I couldn’t be happier with the quality! Great find and I would highly recommend." —Susan

Get it from Wayfair for $93.99+ (originally $207.99; available in 10 colors).

8. A 9-foot striped umbrella to bring instant charm to any patio setup. The awning stripes feel retro in the best way, while the tilt and crank features keep it practical. It's cute, it's classic, and it'll make your outdoor space feel like a vacation.

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Promising review: "The colors are perfect and really bring out my patio brick colors. The pictures don't do it justice. The colors are brilliant. Very nice for the price." —rj Filce

Get it from Amazon for $94.95.

9. Or a more neutral striped umbrella because sometimes you just want something classic. The taupe stripes feel effortlessly timeless, and the acacia wood pole add a little something extra without trying too hard.

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Promising review: "So glad I bought this for summer. Very heavy duty — definitely won’t blow away! " —Brie R. 

Get it from Article for $209 (originally $299; available with beige or navy stripes). 

10. A 10-foot patio umbrella that costs less than fifty bucks but still manages to look like it belongs poolside at some boutique hotel. It tilts! It cranks! It comes in fun colors like cerulean! And the UV- and water-resistant canopy plus steel frame make it feel way fancier than its price tag suggests.

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Promising review: "I have had this umbrella for two years now and absolutely love it! It’s a great neutral color that repels the sun, so you don’t feel the heat while using it. Lightweight and great material." —Courtney 

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in 40 colors and with a metal or wood details). 

11. A 9-foot palapa-style umbrella for bringing some breezy island vacation vibes to your outdoor space. While the canopy adds a tropical touch, it still tilts and cranks like a classic market umbrella.

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Promising review: "This umbrella is great! It’s so big and gives so much shade. It makes me feel like I’m on an island! It’s super sturdy, and even on a windy day, it won’t budge. Everyone who comes over and sees it compliments it." —Eilanor

Get it from Amazon for $233.99 (originally $299.95).

12. A scalloped patio umbrella that looks like it belongs outside some starlet's mid-century modern estate in Palm Springs. The canopy and contrasting trim nod to classic Hollywood Regency, while the flared edge gives it a dose of drama in the best way. It'll tilt, it'll crank, it'll elevate your backyard into something that feels a little more put together.

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Promising review: "I love this umbrella. I bought one and it looked so good on my patio that I purchased a second one for the other side." —Catherine 

Get it from Wayfair for $199+ (originally 290.40+; available in 10 colors).

13. A black-and-white striped patio umbrella with a slightly extended canopy for a little extra flourish. The overhang adds a tailored finish and it tilts to keep the shade where you want.

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Promising review: "Second time I have purchased this umbrella. The first time was four years ago. I purchased it again because after four years, there was normal wear and tear." —Victoria

"Just what I needed to finish our pool area. Love the edges, reminds me of resorts on the beach." —Kristi

Get it from Wayfair for $163.99+ (originally $292.80+; also available in navy and white stripes).

14. And a very cool retro-esque umbrella to add some old Hollywood energy to your backyard. Most patio umbrellas have a simple design and are a solid color, but they don't have to be that way! Use this instead to really up the glam. 

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This umbrella has a diameter of 6.5 feet. 

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Promising review: "This is exactly what we were looking for! An umbrella that's not only sturdy but easy to carry (comes with a backpack carrier), easy to set up, and provides excellent protection from the sun. It’s perfect for casual sunbathing in your backyard or a full day at the beach. Highly recommend!" —Sheila

Get it from Amazon for $108+ (available in six colors). 

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