I usually play it safe and order a neural color umbrella for my backyard, but this year, I decided to add color and flair, so I went with this beautiful shade of blue.  Not only is it a lovely color but the umbrella has it all: it has a crank open and close mechanism, it tilts, and it has ties to keep it closed if you want it so.  So far, I am beyon pleased and looking forward to sunny days in the shade!!