Bloggers Aren’t Sick of Rattan and Cane Chairs—and Neither Are We

If you’ve scrolled through Instagram lately, you may have noticed a particular seat on repeat: the rattan chair. I’m not talking about just any airy, natural woven design, though. The style du jour emulates Swiss architect Pierre Jeanneret’s widely popular mid-century Chandigarh chair, which features clean wooden lines with v-shaped legs and cane paneling. Why is this chair so prominent? The answer is two-fold: for one, even though curves are becoming common in interiors again, mid-century style is still going strong. Combine that with Google-backed data claiming rattan furniture is still a rising interior design trend, and you’ve got yourself a highly sought-after seat. 

Just one of these pieces can add a lot of visual interest and warmth to your space, be it an armchair for your living room or a desk chair in your WFH office. You can even enhance a cozy little reading nook or outdoor terrace with a rattan seat; consider one a perfect solution for those awkward corners you’ve been struggling to style, too. Of course, they’re great around a dining table as well. Feeling influenced? Keep scrolling to shop eight different takes on this aesthetically pleasing woven chair at all different price points.  

This accent chair effortlessly blends comfort with aesthetics, featuring an open weave cane back and sleek wooden seat. Tuck yours into a corner of your living space alongside a small side table and floor lamp for a cozy reading corner.

Buy: Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Wood & Cane Accent Chair, $199.99 from Target

Metal and rattan combine for an industrial look that’s perfect for an office space or even as a bedroom accent chair. The cushioned seat is plenty comfy, and this chair’s clean, minimal lines make it a good option for a smaller space, too.

Buy: Carole Rattan And Metal Chair, $299.00 from Urban Outfitters

Elegant and comfortable in equal measure, this retro-inspired accent chair from designer Leanne Ford’s Crate & Barrel collection is a show-stopper. Crafted from solid oak and rattan, it’s certainly a serious splurge, but in this black-and-white colorway, it’ll never go out of style.

Buy: Leanne Ford Fields Cane Back White Accent Chair, $999.00 from Crate & Barrel 

This acacia and rattan chair is a contemporary reproduction of Pierre Jeanneret’s mid-century modern Chandigarh design, featuring the signature v-shaped legs and a woven cane seat. Try yours between a dresser and standing mirror to beautifully enhance your getting-ready space.

Buy: Hand Cane Lounge Chair, $1,229.00 $819.00 from France & Son

This teak and rattan armchair brings a natural element to any room in your home. For even more subtle texture, toss a knitted throw over the side and finish the setup with a canvas pouf in lieu of an ottoman.

Buy: Chloe Chair, $540.00 from Greige Design

Barrel back chairs look beautiful in juxtaposition with a rectangular dining table. This one—made from rattan and beech wood—creates a subtle coastal feel, whether the frame is executed in white, black, or walnut (as shown above).

Buy: Barrel Back Cane Dining Armchair, $415.00 from Pottery Barn

This club chair is the ideal living room rattan seat, featuring plush cushions for cozying up. Though a style like this could overwhelm a smaller space, the openwork cane creates an airy feel that’s anything but bulky.

Buy: Carson Carrington Yppersbyn Upholstered Velvet Accent Chair, $302.49 $257.12 from Overstock

This rattan and leather chair by Balutto Associati for CB2 is made for living and gets better with age as the patina develops. What’s more, the design is versatile for a range of aesthetics. It’s a stylish addition to minimal or bohemian spaces and perfect in the mix for transitional tastes, too.

Buy: Claude Cane And Leather Dining Chair, $449.00 from CB2