8 Luxury outdoor lanterns to light your next summer fete
We’ve all spent countless hours considering our indoor lighting, from what chandelier will best suit the foyer to what table lamp will brighten up the bedside—but what about outdoor illumination? Pool parties and alfresco dinners are delightful ways to entertain this summer, so best make sure your guests can see each other (and their surroundings) for your next after-hours bash. Here, we asked interior designer Alfredo Paredes and landscape architect Anooshey Rahim for their thoughts on the most statement-making outdoor lights on the market.
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THE OTHERS BY STEPHEN BURKS

Alfredo Paredes: These are fun! They’d be great hanging over a table in an island setting like Mustique.
Anooshey Rahim: I love how they have a presence during the daytime. The portability is great too—you can grab a lantern and explore more remote parts of your space.
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BOLLICOSA NAUTILUS

AR: The thing that intrigues me most is the scale. It feels like a big globe of light.
AP: It has a nautical vibe—perfect for a covered terrace with a pool. 16" dia.; $1,475.
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MIDDLEBURY PENDANT

AP: I’d use it indoors, too! It would be good to install over a billiard table.
AR: The leather and brass components provide a nice contrast with the softness of the textiles. 29" dia. x 29" h.; $2,600.
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HYDRA BY ROGAN GREGORY

AR: Really cool. It’s compelling to have sculpture and lighting as one object.
AP: I imagine these on a beach path to light the way. 33" dia. x 63" h.; price upon request. Read More...