Beauty and the bistro

THE humble bistro table and chairs is this year’s clever garden buy and it’s not hard to see why. Compared to massive garden sofas and dining sets, they’re affordable, easy to store and ideal for gardens and balconies of any size.

- By Deborah Stone

“Whilst not a new trend, bistro sets are having a real moment in 2025,” says Shelley Cochrane, accessories buyer at Furniture Village. “Much of their charm lies in their French-inspired nature and their resurgence is part of a broader shift toward relaxed, Continental-style outdoor living.”