There’s something about summer that brings out our most playful side. We spend more time outdoors and, if we’re lucky, have more leisure time to enjoy the sunshine. But too often, we head straight to the beach to relax. While this is definitely the season for lounging, it’s also a fine time to exercise your body and mind. Formal games make playtime even more fun, whether you’re out on the lawn competing in badminton or bocce ball, or engaging in board-game strategy poolside. For inspiration, check out these fun playthings—and let the summer games begin!
Bocce set from Crateandbarrel.com, $150.
Scottsdale croquet set and caddy, $369, at Daytripsociety.com.
Chanel badminton and ping-pong rackets
Playing cards at 1canoe2.com, $12.
Belgian dart set, $122, at Bestmadeco.com.
Backgammon board set, $695, at Plexi-craft.com.
Captain’s Mistress strategy game, $68, Anthropologie.com, currently unavailable.
J. Franklin Field Day horseshoes, $198, Shopterrain.com.
Marble solitaire game, $80, at Bombaycompany.com.
