How to Create an Instagrammable Outdoor Patio

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With the arrival of spring you can count on one thing: It's officially patio season. Whether you'll be relying on an outdoor heater to take the edge off the early spring chill or you've been basking in balmy weather for a while, your patio situation could probably use an update after a season in hibernation.

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One way to ensure you enjoy every fresh-air second to the max? Pull together a few staples that will make your outdoor living room functional ​and​ photogenic (because style is everything when it comes to next-level hangout spaces).

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And by snagging them all from Walmart, you can score stylish, quality pieces without spending a fortune. Warning: Your DM's are about to be filled with questions about whether that outdoor space in all your Instagram stories is actually ​your​ house.

1. Better Homes & Gardens Bryde Sectional Sofa and Loveseat Low Seating Patio Set, 3 Pieces, $596.00

Create total outdoor living room vibes with a modern spin on patio furniture: This comfy sectional is a total "wow" piece, with clean, modern lines that hold up to elements. Bonus: It comes with lots of built-in table space for holding snacks and beverages while entertaining.

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2. Better Homes & Gardens Navy Jeweled Medallion Woven Outdoor Rug, $48.88

The key to really taking any outdoor space to the next level is adding in unexpected touches, like this gorgeous woven rug in a statement sapphire shade.

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3. Better Homes & Gardens 240-Count 15-Strand LED Curtain Lights, $14.86

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Set the mood (and create a photo-worthy backdrop) with twinkly lights that will make every ​al fresco​ dinner or happy hour feel a little like an enchanted garden escape.

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4. Simply Daisy, Mudcloth Geometric Print Outdoor Pillow, $45.35

Play up the blue hue of your statement rug with geometric throw pillows that will invite guests to get comfortable and stay a while, and will pop against the slate gray of your sleek sectional.

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5. Better Homes & Gardens 11in Kennewick Ceramic Planter With Stand, $32.72

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No outdoor space is complete without plants, and this detailed ceramic planter is a classic complement to greenery with an earthy touch thanks to the bamboo plant stand.

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6. Better Homes & Gardens 16" x 16" x 16", Outdoor Pouf Pillow, $47

Kick your feet up on this boho-esque tufted pouf, which adds an effortless cool-yet-cozy vibe to your patio — whether you're barefoot or wearing snuggly outdoor slippers.

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7. Better Homes & Gardens White Classic Metal Outdoor Hanging Lantern, $13.82

You can never have too much lighting to make sure the ambience is on point, especially as the days start to get longer and your outdoor hangs extend into the evening. Pop a few battery-powered candles into these lanterns, and place them along the ground or hang from trees for all-around illumination.

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8. Better Homes & Gardens Lantis Patio Wicker Hanging Lounge Egg Style Swing Chair with Stand, $329.99

For a really unique piece to round out the space, snag this wicker egg chair that's made for next-level lounging ​and​ for photo-opps. Because if you don't document your outdoor springtime fun, did it even really happen?

Need more inspo and tools for refreshing your space for spring? Click here to get everything you need from Walmart.

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