Earlier this week, QVC dropped a new collection of outdoor furniture inspired by the 1970s. Aptly named the QVC Studio 70 garden furniture range, referencing New York’s iconic Studio 54 nightclub popular in the 70s, I got to see the new pieces in person – and I’ve selected the top 9 pieces that I think are worth investing in.
The star of the collection is undoubtedly the Garden Stories reclining sunlounger which is one of the most stylish, well-priced (it’s selling for £140 a pop) and overall best sunloungers I’ve seen in a while. And even though the loungers were sadly not present at the collection preview, I did get to see and feel the Garden Stories chair with a matching stool which are made from the same materials, in the same colourways and feature an overall coordinating design.
Given the 1970s inspiration, the collection is tied together by a bold colour scheme – vibrant shades are very much one of the biggest garden furniture trends of the year so I'm here for the olive green paired with burnt orange, burgundy, sunshine yellow and terracotta balanced by neutral ivory.
But the 70s style wasn’t just apparent in the chosen shades – the nostalgic patterns champion this decade, too. From retro florals to striped garden furniture which is also a major trend this year, QVC gave these 70s motifs a more modern look fit for 2026 and beyond.
'The 70s are an exciting era to play with – who doesn’t want the opportunity to build nostalgia into the outdoors?! There's something quite playful and elegant about the 70s where bold stripes and geometric prints sit next to statement pieces in colours reminiscent of a glamorous summer soirée,' says Laura Southern, brand director of QVC.
'At QVC UK, we loved working with a warm and inviting colour palette – outdoor living should be enjoyed in every season, so our collection needed to feel just as timeless. Earthy tones like burnt orange, olive green, terracotta, and ivory offer a classic colour palette that can be worked easily into any garden.'
From the best budget buys to the best outdoor cushions, these are my top picks from the new range that I was impressed with the most.
My top picks
I loved the contrasting piped trims on the cushions of this sunlounger and the fact that it matches the frame. And there's also a version with an ivory frame and green cushions.
Bolster cushions are currently something of an obsesion for me, whether it's for indoors or outdoors. And this chic outdoor striped number is only £14!
Garden trolleys are a big entertaining trend this year - and what's better than a foldable design that you can easily put away when not in use? And it comes in four gorgeous colourways.
The right lighting is key to creating a nice ambiance in your outdoor space. This rattan-finish lantern is perfect for that, and it's solar powered.
It's all about striped garden furniture this year. This garden lounge set is one of the most stylish, affordable and comfortable I've seen. And it comes in green, too.
These metal planters feature a very sleek, contemporary shape but they're made fun by the vibrant green and orange shades they come in.
If you're after a stylish bistro set that's a little more comfortable than the traditional folding ones, this one is worth considering. Made with powder-coated steel, the chairs come with a wovenseat and backrest.
Chic garden parasols are currently high in demand. And I haven't seen a design like this one, with patterned interior rather than exterior, before. I prefer this striped one but there's a floral-print version, too.
If your outdoor space doesn't allow for a sunlounger or you simply don't have any use for a new one, this coordinating garden chair with a matching footstool is the perfect alternative. You can use the stool to either rest your feet or as a coffee table.
Which one of these best garden furniture buys is your favourite? Is it the sunlounger with the designer look or the clever foldable trolley design?
