If you have kids in your life, whether children of your own or spawn of endeared close friends and relatives, they are sure to have fun with the Petit Pan Dragonfly Kite ($33). The frame is made from flexible and strong bamboo and the fun shape of a giant dragonfly is sure to delight. Available in white, pink or blue, these kites are a great way to get outside, away from the hussle and bussle of life and out into the open air. Just try not to smile as this soars in the clouds. [buy it]

The Pale Sky by Alena Hennessy ($220) is a sculpture that really captures the smooth, limitless and optimistic feeling you get when you look up into a perfect clear blue sky. This bird is made from hydrostone which is sanded and painted a light blue by hand. Made as a limited edition piece of only seventy five, this can, and should, be hung to fly free. [buy it]

The living fossil ginkgo biloba species of tree can live up to one thousand years if cultivated, which is very chic. It is also a sacred tree in Asia, with medicinal properties like antioxidants and memory enhancement, which stem from its unique chemical make up. The Ginkgo Tree To Be Kit ($28) is the perfect way to celebrate milestones, knowing that the tree you plant is growing out of the love from your hands, and it will be there long after generations have past. [buy it]

The fact that the classic curved handle of the Unsurpassed Floral Umbrella ($160) is decked out in jewels and gold is only one attractive quality. Another draw is the outside of the umbrella may appear to an onlooker to be either black or pink, while the user will see the beautiful hot pink blooming flower on the underside. Open this up in the rain (or shine) to be treated to a gorgeous view, even on the gloomiest of days. [buy it]

For those who find garden gnomes a fashion crime, or for those who get chills when seeing the creepy buggers, a unique replacement for the traditional comes in the Set of Two Cake Chrome Gnomes ($42). These are a modern design alternative made from ceramic with a shiny metallic glaze. The set comes with a male and female, and could be used to decorate inside for fun as well. [buy it]

Decorations in your outdoor garden should be quality over quantity. A great addition would be the Solar LED Yard Lights ($95) which incorporates color changing lights that radiate throughout a butterfly, hummingbird and dragonfly garden stakes. These acrylic animals are charged up during the day with the included solar pod. [buy it]

For use in both indoor and outdoor décor, the Japanese Koi Lantern ($10) features a mural inspired by traditional Japanese watercolor. With images of waves, water lilies, and frolicking koi goldfish, this lantern can be hung with any standard paper lantern light, and is sure to add a chic display of color and movement. [buy it]

For that touch of modern styling for the outdoors, the Take Away Bird Feeder ($56) designed by Eva Solo will have both birds and squirrels well fed in style. The donut shaped glass is easily filled with feed, which in turn becomes part of the display with colorful dried yellow corn kernels and deep black oil sunflower seeds. This bird feeder easily hangs off trees and bushes for a versatile placement around the yard. [buy it]

When something’s done right the first time, there’s no need to change it. The Egg Chair by Nanna Ditzel ($3,627) was designed in 1959 and the classic look has not been changed since. This outdoor or indoor chair surrounds the user in a shell of wicker and stainless steel, for durability and an organic feel. Available in a multitude of colors, from purple/grey to green, this chair exemplifies the naturalistic feel of Scandinavian design. [buy it]

Fond memories often feature a laid back picnic on a warm summer afternoon with friends and family under a shady tree. Recapture this moment in your backyard with the ShadyLace Parasol. This table umbrella is shaped like leaves and branches, and casts a corresponding shadow below. This atmosphere is enhanced by a golden bird that perches up top. Priced at $299 and available in green or white. [buy it]