If you want to have a nice, soft, cushiony seat, you could be standing a while, since custom outdoor cushions can call for a six- to eight-week wait. Skip the holding pattern: The following companies offer ready-to-deliver outdoor pillows.

The 16-inch-square solid and striped weather-resistant throw pillows from Country Casual (shown, top and second from bottom) are neutral and feminine.
To Buy: $34 each, www.countrycasual.com.

Smith & Hawken offers seat cushions in natural or forest green, as well as patterned throw pillows (such as the floral print shown, second from top).
To Buy: $39 to $79, www.smithandhawken.com.

Pottery Barn has solid and multistripe (shown, bottom) Chesapeake tufted cushions and throw pillows, made of weather-resistant polycanvas.
To Buy: $19 to $39, www.potterybarn.com.

Lowe's offers a number of options for off-the-shelf outdoor cushions. An instore chart helps coordinate dimensions with any style of patio chairs you already own.
To Buy: $10 to $50, www.lowes.com for store locations.