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Stylish selects for the front porch and beyond.

Humans have been making wicker furniture for millennia (since the ancient Egyptians bent reeds into chairs and chests, in fact), which begs the question: What more is there to possibly add to a thousands-of-years-old design conversation?

A lot, as it happens. The technique of weaving pliable plants and synthetic fibers has since been adopted the world over. It’s now most closely associated with idyllic porch vignettes—think rattan lounge chairs with striped cushions and an adjacent dining table rife with rosé-filled carafes and light bites. But the style remains an interior mainstay as well. “We love how it can be used across a variety of styles from contemporary to traditional and everywhere in between,” says Margaret Naeve, principal of interior design firm M. Naeve. “It’s a timeless and classic staple.”

Here, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite more sculptural takes on the au natural material to add some intrigue to indoors and out. Of course, you can always stick to the vintage classics as well. “I actually picked up a piece just last weekend in Connecticut—a large wicker basket from the 1800s that we plan to use fireside in a yet-to-be-determined project,” says Jou-Yie Chou, principal of interior design firm Post Company. “Until then, it’ll serve as a nice shoe bin in our mud room.”

Hosting sometime in the near future? Complete your breezy tablescape with a pair of salad servers wrapped in hand-woven natural rattan.

Wicker lighting brings an airiness to a room—perfect for juxtaposing with other more angular floor lamps. Hudson Grace’s holds a singular candle, which casts intriguing shadows thanks to the rattan weave. It looks great on its own but is best appreciated in pairs and groups, especially outdoors, to create an effortless organic feel.

Bring the picnic basket look to your home with a small wicker container that you can use for storing jewelry, soaps, or whatever else you’ve got lying around. If the teal lid doesn’t quite match your color scheme, then it’s available in a bright coral hue as well.

Anaya’s glass vase mixes two different wicker materials together: cane for the careful geometries at the base and seagrass rope for the upper portion. Plop some fresh flowers in for a pop of color, or choose some more muted fillers for a pared-back look.

There are plenty of rattan baskets on the market, but wall-mounted ones are a bit fewer and far between. This iteration from Anthropologie makes a subtle statement in the room while still serving as storage space for all your various bits and bobs. Just make sure you’re keeping this basket a bit tidy, as whatever ends up in it will be on display for a whole room to see.

Bring the natural look to your bar cart with this set from Fete Home, which includes a handful of tools that will suit most every happy- hour need.

Peerless textiles are in the Pratesi family DNA, and they’ve added a bit of the wicker trend to their oeuvre with a new Colors of Tuscany collection that includes these poppy raffia cushions. Snag the green, yellow, lavender, or pink color options to complete the look.

Indulging in the wicker trend doesn’t just have to do with furniture—it extends into art, too. This particular pattern can be hung on a wall or used more functionally as a statement-making charger plate for dinner parties and gatherings.

Wicker accessories are beautiful feats of craftsmanship, but they don’t always incorporate a lot of color beyond the beige hue of the woven plant itself. This set of baskets from Aerin brings a flash of blue to the design with a flowerlike insignia that circles each. The smaller of the two even features an indigo weave, further integrating color into the overall design.

Brooke & Lou describe their sconce as having a “washed ashore” look, and we agree that its curvaceous shape and linen shade certainly give the lamp a nautical vibe. The rattan that wraps the lighting up from top to bottom completes the Connecticut beach house aesthetic.

Dogs deserve a stylish abode too, so why not gift Fido a cozy wicker sanctuary of his own? Its interior is fashionable too, upholstered in Casa Branca’s signature Branca Stripe fabric.

Jonathan Adler’s massive wicker elephant head allows you to incorporate taxidermy into your home without all the bad stuff involved in the stuffing-and-mounting processes. Adler’s over-the-top collection of “rattanimals” also includes a giraffe head and a stately foo dog, should you prefer those critters.

Yes, laundry hampers can—and, frankly, should—look chic too. Michele Varian’s is made with seagrass harvested from Vietnam; given the organic nature of the material, no two baskets look exactly the same. What better place to stash the ever-growing mountain of to-laundry you’ve got sitting around?

Those who frequent Soho House outposts and have subsequently considered modeling their own residences after the exclusive club’s interior design are in luck, as you can now get the look at Soho Home. This rattan chair was inspired by vintage designs, so it has a classic appeal that fits right in with a front porch or an indoor-outdoor living room.

Palacek is known for its impressive wicker pendants and furnishings, so it’s only natural that one of its latest iterations, Everly, makes this list. The tiered look of the light feels very classical and Art Deco.

Many associate Feyza Koksal with her glassworks—her cut vases, for instance, are gorgeous, colorful standouts—but the designer has expanded into other material categories as well. Her rattan cake dome draws inspiration from her Turkish upbringing, as she collaborated with local artisans from Turkey to perfect the needle lace technique for which the piece is named: Oya. Joyful flowers are woven into the dome, offering a unique take on the wicker medium. (Bonus: It’s great for keeping bugs away from whatever you’re snacking on.)

The perfect garden light, Malawi generates a subtle glow through its handwoven slats. The lantern is available in three different sizes—snag a few and pair them up for your next summer soiree.

The swirling designs of the Maybelle Stool make it a real standout among other wicker furnishings, bringing a sense of artistry to the natural material. If you’re really into the look, the brand also offers a side table with similar undulating patterns.

Margot will be right at home in either indoor or outdoor environments. The deep lounge chair is perfect for cracking open a book after a day at the office, or sipping a glass of wine while watching the sun set in the distance.

Planning a picnic? Best pack some bubbly for the occasion then. Ralph Lauren’s basket can hold not one but two bottles of Champagne to get the party going. The brand's attention to craftsmanship is particularly evident in the leather handles that sit on either side of the wicker cooler.

Rachel Parcell is a fashion brand first and foremost, with a few delightful homewares like these placemats thrown in for good measure. Each wicker mat in the set of four is designed to look a bit like a flower—great for indoor environments that are in need of some outdoor charm.

Wicker, but make it goth. Change up your storage (and decor) with a set that combines moody hues with natural materials.

Based out of Mexico, Balsa’s furnishings and accessories are handmade by local artisans using natural rattan. This candleholder is made with four rods tied together and draws inspiration from desert plant life.

If you want to take sculptural wicker literally, there’s this urn and pedestal made entirely out of woven rattan. It’s an unexpected mix of form and material that’s undoubtedly eye-catching no matter the space.

Wicker already brings an organic flair to a space, so these leaf-shaped placemats double up on that appeal. Made in Colombia with natural Iraca palm fibers, the set of six will stand out in any tablescape.

This outdoor dining chair from RH blends the woven material with teak and feels suitably minimalist while still holding its own in a space.

Rattan isn’t just for chairs, tables, and other interior objects—it’s made its mark on the world of fashion and accessories too. This particular handbag is made in a small workshop in Leicestershire, England, by master artisans. Soane cofounder Lulu Lytle invested in and revitalized this British studio years ago, effectively preserving the rattan weaving craft in the U.K. The bag’s curvy handle comes from these weavers, while the fabric is manufactured in Suffolk.

It’s in the name, but Houses and Parties knows how to set the stage for a fun-filled shindig (see the brand’s new hat, which is shaped like an enormous red Igloo cooler, for further evidence). The tray comes in large and small sizes, so you can set a few spritzes or negronis on these and serve.

This fresh trio of vessels from the Enchanted Home features three different sizes all rendered entirely in wicker. If that’s too much storage, they’re available for individual purchase as well.

Yes, it’s a classic design, but we love the way the deep red frame pairs with the light, natural colors of the wicker seat. For more drama, Wishbone also comes in a deep green and blue frame, plus a white option for breezier settings.

Bring the beach house look to the living room or kitchen by adding this pendant light from Serena & Lily above a dining table or gathering space.

It may be a bit avant-garde for some, but there’s incredible craftsmanship and a sense of experimentation behind Dee Clements’s woven vessels. More sculpture than day-to-day functional object, these colorful statement pieces are inspired by ancient crafts.