When I was little, I used to love going into the backyard, weaving my way around the outdoor furniture, and heading straight towards the pergola where the wind chime hung. I’d sit there for hours, reading books and just enjoying the vibes.
Now I’m an adult, I still appreciate the beauty of chilling outside, with the twinkly sound of wind chimes. They’re just so relaxing, and you don’t have to do anything with them — simply hang them up and let nature play its tune. Oh, and they look so darn adorable.
Quick menu:
1. Traditional wind chimes
2. Colorful wind chimes
3. Nature-themed wind chimes
4. Solar-powered wind chimes
If you’re loving the sound of having cute chimes in your garden, I’ve got you. I’ve rounded up the most beautiful wind chimes, so you can live your cottagecore fantasy to the fullest. They also are seriously boho too, if you’re into that.
Ready to make your small outdoor space so aesthetic? Thought so. Scroll on down for the cutest wind chimes ever…
12 wind chimes that are whimsical and wonderful
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I've split these out into different types and styles, so whether you want to keep things classic or go for something bold AF, I've got you.
The prices below were correct at the time of publishing this article.
Traditional wind chimes
When I think of wind chimes, these ones are def what I picture. They're so pretty and are seriously withstanding too.
Size (in.): H33.5 x W4.4 x L4.4
Made from: Aluminum
Price: $19.99
I love spotting butterflies in the garden, so I’m thinking this wind chime could potentially attract some real ones? It has one big mama butterfly at the top and li’l ones interspersed with the wind chimes, which look so sweet. If you’re not into butterflies, there’s also angel, bird, elephant, hummingbird, owl, and turtle variations.
Size (in.): H2.5 x W6.5 x L38
Made from: Bronze
Price: $34.94
Sometimes, you’ve just gotta keep it classic. This sizable wind chime is such a chic design that will blend in with any kind of decor. It also has a proper string attached, so you can ring the wind chime bells even if there isn’t a breeze (or if you want to celebrate something Selling Sunset style, JS).
Size (in.): H3.43 x W9.02 x L10.55
Made from: Glass, metal
Price: $25.99
Bring the sunshine into your outdoor space (even when there isn’t any) with this beaut wind chime. It doubles as a light, with the glass sun being solar-powered and glowing gorgeously in the evening. There’s also a moon version, so you could get matching ones for a really stunning effect.
Colorful wind chimes
Not got a lotta space to play with? Colorful wind chimes are a great way to inject playfulness into your backyard.
Size (in.): H.23 x W6.4 x L6.9
Made from: Capiz Shell
Price: $16.99
Want to add a splash of color to your backyard but don’t want to have bright lights? This rainbow wind chime is made up of soft shades that look so stunning. The shells produce a gentle, natural sound, making them slightly more subtle than the traditional shape, and they’re all individually hand-crafted too.
Size (in.): H42 x W8
Made from: Stainless steel, wood
Price: $23.99
Wind chimes just don’t have to be traditional metallic shades, you know. For a bold pop of color, this purple wind chime is a super cute choice. The mandala design on the top is oh-so-boho, as are the teardrop hanging decorations. Pair it up with bright pink and blue pieces for a super funky and fresh look.
Size (in.): H28.7 x W5.5 x L5.5
Made from: Glass
Price: $21.99
Make like RiRi and put diamonds in the sky with this blue, green, and yellow wind chime. I think it looks like the sky and the grass blending together — making it an especially great fit if you have lawn to match it against. At Home shoppers say that the wind chime sounds graceful and angelic, while still being super strong and weather-withstanding.
Nature-themed wind chimes
Celebrate the outdoors by decorating your backyard with decorations inspired by wildlife and plants.
Size (in.): H22.5 x W1.5 x L13.2
Made from: Metal
Price: $10.99
Confession time: I’m awful at looking after plants. I wish I had my mom’s green thumbs, but alas. So, when I find anything that’s flowery but doesn’t require any actual maintenance, I always hit add to cart. This speckled, red flower is so vibrant and joyful, and will brighten up any space. BTW, it also doubles as a suncatcher — win!
Size (in.): H3 x W5 x L15
Made from: Porcelain
Price: $61.94
Even though you’re decorating outdoors, there’s no reason why you can’t bring a li’l mermaidcore to the space. As well as that, this also has a graceful Japanese style that’s totally zen. When the wind blows, this will chime with deep, relaxing tones. I’m also into the aged look that gives it a vintage AF feel.
Size (in.): H15 x W1 x L11
Made from: Wood, glass
Price: $24.95
Into the idea of a wind chime, but don’t want one that makes a loud noise? Luckily, this makes an adorable sound, thanks to the gentle clinking of the glass. I’m loving the leaf-shaped pieces, which look so beautiful and natural. It also comes in nine color variations, including a rainbow one and blue one, so you can match it up with your outdoor decor.
Solar-powered wind chimes
Ooh, I love it when decor buys are two-in-one. These chimes all shine brightly in the dark, saving you from having to grab lights too.
Size (in.): H5.8 x W5.22 x L5.22
Made from: Glass
Price: $13.49
Channel your inner Snow White and bring adorable birds to your backyard with this decoration. During the daytime, they’re simply six green birds cascading down the wind chime. Then, at nighttime, they turn into multi-colored, glowing beauties. The colors also change from one to the other, making the whole effect all the more magical.
Size (in.): H3.4 x W5 x L7.3
Made from: Glass
Price: $15.99
Planning on having an outdoor party? This wind chime would make such a pretty decoration, adding a fun touch while still looking aesthetic. These are clear during the day, then at night they turn into brilliantly bright colors. Over 5,000 Amazon shoppers have given it five-stars, thanks to its beauty and and easiness to hang up.
Size (in.): W5 x L26.5
Made from: Abs
Price: $16.99
I love a good festival, and I can def see this wind chime hanging from one of the gift stalls there. The decorations look like both sunflowers and sunshines, so basically all the happy symbols are hanging here. You could grab a few and dot them around your small outdoor space, to create a dreamy glow.
FAQs
What is the point of wind chimes?
They look super aesthetic and add a beautiful sound to your outdoor space. As well as this, they’re also great for feng shui.
Which way do you put a wind chime?
You want to make sure that you’re hanging it somewhere the wind will catch it, so it actually makes music. Also, if you want to use yours for feng shui, hang it to the west.
Where to buy wind chimes
- Amazon wind chimes
- At Home wind chimes
- Etsy wind chimes
- The Home Depot wind chimes
- Target wind chimes
- Walmart wind chimes
How we chose these wind chimes
As an girlie renting a home with a small outdoor space, I know the importance of finding decorations that look good and that won’t damage the space. I looked through plenty of different sites to find wind chimes in a variety of different styles and that can be hung up easily. Plus, I made sure they all plenty of glowing reviews, from people that have transformed their spaces with them.
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