The best wicker furniture and decor effortlessly integrates a coastal vibe to your space. The material is unexpectedly versatile, low-maintenance, and available in a range of price points. It’s also been seen in home tours around the world—from Bryce Dallas Howard’s historic home in upstate New York to Anderson Cooper’s Brazilian getaway . Designer Kate Ferguson of New Canaan’s Palomino Interiors calls it classic and well-suited for formal or casual spaces, indoors or out.

“Wicker adds a layer of texture and color that nothing else in the marketplace can deliver,” Ferguson says. “It can make a room feel warm and inviting immediately.” Ferguson often seeks out antique or vintage French bistro wicker and looks out for names like Franco Albini, Nanimarquina, Bielecky Brothers, and Atelier Vime.…