In
the always developing world of casual outdoor furniture, patio trends have come
and gone; chalked up to a one off seasonal fad or a look/design that catered to
a fading niche market, but as the 2014 patio season begins, it’s obvious that
wicker furniture has become a permanent aspect of outdoor living spaces the
world over. The popularity of wicker products has steadily risen over the past
few years, and manufacturers have taken note of this and continue to develop new
concepts and designs to inspire its continued growth while maintaining a focus
on the #1 selling point of today’s outdoor wicker: all-weather appeal.
Wicker
has always been heralded for its beauty and natural aesthetic, but downfalls
such as burring and cracking in harsher weather environments made it less
appealing. However, with companies like Lloyd Flanders perfecting a means to
capturing the look of natural loomed wicker while providing outstanding outdoor
performance and strength, wicker furniture has hit a boom period and is
considered an heirloom investment of which patio enthusiasts are buying into in
spades. In addition to all-weather appeal, wicker has a way of complementing
any backyard/outdoor living space and is often considered transitional in its
ability to be a fit in both traditional and modern themed patios. Many of Lloyd
Flanders’s collections also allow for customization of your wicker finish
color, offering options in neutral/environment blending colors as well as some
more vibrant, unique colors for a more contemporary style, which has been yet
another high selling point for wicker furniture as of late.
Rounding
out our trend report last, but certainly not least, is comfort. Today’s consumer
wants a relaxing, comfortable outdoor living space and once again Lloyd
Flanders delivers as a leader in wicker with its premium cloud cushioning that
outfits all of its wicker collections. Where the wicker frame is durable and
weather-resistant, their cushions are outdoor strong and hydrophobic, which
means they will drain and dry easily as well as made inherently resistant to
mildew and bacteria build up.
It
is worth noting that all-weather outdoor wicker furniture can be somewhat on
the more expensive side, and may not be ideal for someone looking to furnish
their patio on a lower-end budget. However, when purchasing, or when considering
purchasing wicker furniture, one has to take into consideration its reliability,
its natural beauty, and above all else that it’s furniture that can be passed
down from generation to generation. These qualities make it worth the price tag
and are proof positive why wicker furniture continues to be a popular look
trend for the outdoor living space.
Want your own wicker wonderland? shop our selection of Lloyd Flanders furniture.