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Made in the Shade
Stay cool in the shade of these hot umbrellas.

1. Raisin in the Sun. The classic beauty of the AG3 by Treasure Garden Umbrellas is topped only by its contemporary design. Constructed of aluminum and high quality resin, it features acpush-button rotating system as well as a vertical tilt. We love this shade of raisin, but you can choose from a number of looks Summer Classics at
Mansfield Nursery, 15977 Manchester Rd. In Baldwin. 636-394-6416 or www.mansfieldnursery.com.

2. Orange You Glad? Get happy with the 835 Cantilevered from Galtech Umbrellas in bright, citrus-y orange. It's completely worry-free, with an easy-to-use stainless steel cable crank lift and durable fiberglass ribs that provide increased resistance to light afternoon breezes. Suburban Leisure Center, 14015 Olive Blvd. in Chesterfield. 314-469-6100.

3. Easy Breezy. Galtec's 935 Automatic Open lifts with a simple push of a button, making it a breeze to operate. And its manual "dura-lift" function provides additional shade from the sun. Suburban Leisure Center.

4. Summer Crush. The six-foot Bistro from Treasure Garden is a fun and flirty accent for any backyard. The rich wood details look great with any fabric. Watson's of St. Louis, 2620 Muegge Rd. in St. Charles. 636-940-1118 or www.watsons.com.

5. California Cool. Santa Barbara Designs feature sweet summer greens and neutrals that are playful and provocative. The umbrellas are nine feet in diameter with a maple frame that complements graphic elements of contemporary jacquard. www.sbumbrella.com.