Award-winning interior designer Sheila Bridges is bringing her celebrated design aesthetic outdoors with the launch of her first-ever collection dedicated to open-air entertaining. Available beginning June 1, the limited-edition Philadelphia Collection combines history, storytelling and vibrant design in an affordable line created exclusively for Walmart.
The 14-piece collection marks a new chapter for Bridges, an AD100 Hall of Fame designer best known for her iconic Harlem Toile de Jouy pattern, which reimagines historical narratives through a contemporary lens. With the Philadelphia Collection, Bridges shifts her focus from interiors to outdoor gatherings, creating pieces that celebrate family traditions and the joy of sharing meals together.
Inspired by her childhood in Philadelphia, the collection reflects the designer’s belief that the dinner table is more than a place to eat—it’s where memories are made and meaningful conversations unfold.
“My hope is that these pieces encourage people to gather, celebrate and create lasting memories,” Bridges has said of her approach to design, which often blends history with everyday living.
Available exclusively at Walmart.com, every item in the collection is priced under $20, making it one of Bridges’ most accessible collaborations to date. The budget-friendly pricing allows shoppers to elevate backyard barbecues, summer picnics and holiday celebrations without breaking the bank.
The collection features a colorful assortment of entertaining essentials, including serving platters, pitchers, table linens and decorative accessories. Each piece showcases hand-painted illustrations inspired by Philadelphia’s rich history, including recognizable landmarks such as Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and Benjamin Franklin.
Rather than presenting historical imagery in a traditional way, Bridges infuses the designs with her signature blend of wit, bold color and modern storytelling. The result is a collection that feels both timeless and contemporary while honoring America’s upcoming semiquincentennial celebration.
Known for fearlessly mixing patterns, colors and cultural references, Bridges has built a career around creating spaces that spark conversation. That same philosophy carries through the Philadelphia Collection, which encourages hosts to embrace playful table settings and personal expression instead of perfectly matched décor.
The launch also reflects a growing consumer appetite for designer collaborations that deliver high-end style at accessible prices. By partnering with Walmart, Bridges is making her distinctive aesthetic available to a broader audience while introducing new shoppers to her celebrated approach to design.
Whether used for casual family dinners, festive Fourth of July celebrations or weekend cookouts with friends, the Philadelphia Collection offers an easy way to bring personality and history to the table. For fans of Sheila Bridges’ work, the collection represents both a new creative direction and an opportunity to own pieces from one of America’s most influential interior designers without the luxury price tag.