Homes that embody the bohemian aesthetic are, first and foremost, full of personality and warmth without being too carefully styled. You want your home to feel effortless. One of the best ways to achieve a bohemian vibe is by incorporating woven baskets in a variety of sizes and textures across different rooms in your home.
Baskets are incredibly functional in addition to adding natural texture that softens modern spaces with an inviting, organic feel. Mixed with thought and intentionality, woven baskets can be beautiful decorative elements.
Mixing Basket Textures for a Layered Look
Using a variety of different basket textures can go a long way toward bringing depth and character to your bohemian home. Contrasting a tighter weave with a more open pattern feels like a natural choice, especially in rooms that benefit from added softness (like bedrooms or living rooms, both spaces designed to help you unwind). As you vary the texture, keep the color palette consistent to make everything feel cohesive.
Choosing Basket Sizes for Shelves, Floors, and Storage Corners
As you choose an array of baskets with different textures, don’t forget to vary their sizes, too. Using a variety of different sized baskets contributes to a more authentic-feeling boho vibe, as if you’d collected them over time on your travels around the world.
Smaller baskets are a great fit for shelves and countertops, where they hold everyday items within easy reach but still leave plenty of visual breathing room. Medium-sized baskets, like the Pole Handle Wicker Storage Basket, work well for open storage in closets or under console tables. Finally, large baskets (such as the French Wicker Laundry Basket) work best on the floor and hold items like blankets and laundry. If you have an empty corner that could use convenient storage, a larger basket fills the space in a way that feels intentional and aesthetically pleasing.
Styling Living Rooms, Bedrooms, and Entryways with Woven Baskets
Woven baskets are amazingly versatile, so they can be styled differently depending on what room you’re using them in. In living rooms, for example, they’re often used to hold throws or magazines next to sofas (and also double as visual accents). In bedrooms, place them at the foot of the bed for access to extra blankets/linens, or under the bed or in the closet for seasonal clothing. Entryways are some of the best places for baskets, as they can contain daily clutter like shoes, bags, and accessories without looking messy.
Combining Functional Storage with Boho Home Decor
Bohemian design does an amazing job of being both beautiful and practical, and wicker baskets are the epitome of that intersection. They make it easy to store everyday items within reach while actively making your home look better. Combined with care, baskets are a vastly superior alternative to bulky storage furniture or plastic bins.
Where to Find the Best Wicker Baskets
The Basket lady has three decades of experience sourcing high-quality wicker baskets. Each piece is woven by hand in Indonesia by skilled artisans who use weaving methods passed down through generations. The result is storage that manages to be both durable and refined.
Not sure exactly where to begin your search? Browse the site by type, room, or size to find the perfect baskets for your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you decorate with wicker baskets in a bohemian home?
Use baskets in a variety of different sizes, shapes, and weave patterns, layering them for a cohesive yet eclectic feel.
Can you mix different wicker basket textures together?
Absolutely! Not only can you mix smooth rattan, chunky woven wicker, kubu finishes, and natural fibers, it’s the ideal choice for a bohemian aesthetic.
What size baskets work best for boho home decor?
There’s no one size that works best for this aesthetic, because the key is to use a variety of different basket sizes.
Are wicker baskets good for storage and decor?
Yes. They are functional and durable for storage and organization, but also have a warm natural texture that makes them a beautiful visual feature.
How do you style baskets in a living room?
Use extra large baskets to store throws and pillows and shelf baskets for media storage and other entertainment-related needs.
