Today is National Ice Tea Day so I thought I’d get you in the mood to enjoy a glass of tea southern style by sharing some beautiful southern porch inspiration.

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No southern porch is compete without classic rocking chairs. No matter what type of seating you have on your porch, patio or deck, add decorative pillows for color and comfort and lots of potted plants and flowers for southern charm.

Country Living

I dream of having a daybed or porch swing one day. This porch has all the elements that create a cozy spot to enjoy a lazy summer afternoon–wispy drapes to shield the sun, a painted ceiling to add a sense of coolness and loads of pillows to add a welcoming touch.

Country Living

Just like you do with your indoor decor, develop a color story for your porch decor. This is the perfect time of year to showcase your American pride using red, white and blue decor.

HomeGoods

A chic sun umbrella and a stylish chair is all it takes to create a relaxing spot on the porch or deck. If your umbrella doesn’t have trim, you can easily add your own outdoor trim and waterproof glue.

Country Style

Keep the heat down by hanging a ceiling fan on your porch and using an outdoor rug to keep your feet cool.

BHG

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Here in the South, National Ice Tea day is something we celebrate every day of the year and our pantries are stocked with all the essentials to make the perfect glass of southern ice tea.