The home decor TikTok girlies have me convinced – cane dining chairs really are so dang cute! I might be putting some in our Whimsy Homes cabin (TBD) but I’m absolutely eyeing sets for my San Francisco apartment.
We’ve been here 8 years and I’ve been slowly – like slower than a turtle crawl – redecorating all the rooms. The dining area is last and I have my heart set on some cute caned dining chairs that don’t set me back a month’s rent.
If you’re looking for affordable cane chairs that look like the real vintage thing. these are all the best chairs I’ve found online while shopping!
15 Affordable Cane Chairs That Look Like The Real Thing
My dream is to live in a velvet upholstered world. The Crumley Velvet Upholstered Side Chair is a step in the right direction.
This chair features a cushy velvet seat with metal legs. The lack of armrests makes these perfect for small spaces and tight tables.
The price is a little higher (this piece comes as a set of one rather than two), but they are truly beautiful chairs that you can’t help but love!
I’ve never been mad at free delivery. That’s exactly what you’ll get with the Art Leon Rattan Dining Chairs from Amazon!
The cushion is made from leather and is perfect for a mixed texture kitchen. Also, the space surrounding the cane is a beautiful pale wood. This is a cane dining chair set of 2, so you’ll be all set, with a set.
They could also look great as office chairs!
The worst thing in the world is having to get up from dinner because your chair is just too uncomfortable. That will never be the case with the Farini Kitchen Dining Chairs.
These French cane dining chairs have a fantastically cushy seat to go with the black lining and metal framing.
And once again, never ever mad at free shipping!
While you want consistency with the back of a cane back chair, variety can be a massive plus when thinking about the other variables of a purchase.
Variety is the key to the Zesthouse Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs. All of the chairs are armless with metal framing, but the seat options are plentiful.
You can decide between multiple color options as well as upholstery options for what fits your home best!
Let’s take a break from dining chairs to look at this Leroy Rocking Chair. Accent chairs are so much fun, and this one fits the bill.
This absolutely gorgeous rocking chair is framed in black wood and features both a cane backing and a cane seat. Gives West Elm vibes without the price tag!
This piece would look fantastic in either a living room or a mid-century modern nursery for a very hip new baby!
Ever since Succession has been back, I’m all about elegance and class. That’s what the Fynn Wood And Cane Dining Arm Chair is all about. What makes these chairs extra classy are the gold tipped legs and the extra comfortable seat.
Cane black dining chairs with arms aren’t always the most common type of cane chairs, so this is a great find. Plus, the frame is built in solid wood!
I was decently shocked to find a cane-esque chair from Pottery Barn at this price. The Berengar Wicker Outdoor Dining Chair is a totally reasonable priced chair with a couple options depending on what you're looking for.
The cane back dining chair comes either as a dining armchair or without arms depending on your dining table, and you can choose the color between black and white as well. The cushions adhere via velcro, so there’ll be no slipping and sliding around at your next barbeque.
Anyone with an interest in affordable interior design knows that Home Goods is a first stop situation. They are having a pretty sizable sale right now, and these Cane Wood Back Dining Chairs are first up on our list of wants.
The legs of this two piece set are metal, but the back is all wood and woven cane. If you have a low dining table in your house, these are great– no arms!
Back with another sale, we’ve got the Venlo Genuine Leather Woven Back Side Chair. Wayfair was thinking of me with this one– these are so versatile as far as cane furniture goes.
What I like so much about this piece is that it can be whatever you need it to be. This chair could be a dining chair, an accent piece, a reading nook chair, or even the chair in your room for holding the laundry you're too lazy to fold right away.
I think the versatility of this chair comes from the color scheme. There isn’t one color to describe this chair, but rather a couple different shades of brown. That makes these chairs super great to pair with a plain table, or a fantastic accent piece!
The best deal on this list is coming from the most shocking place: Home Depot. Who knew they had such cute furniture? Truly a one stop shop for all home projects!
The Tall Rattan Dining Chairs are pretty basic with silver metal legs and a tan cane back. The leather seat is super cute and is a nice touch.
Probably the best part of these chairs beyond how cute they are is the price. Four chairs for under $300? C’mon now. Easy decision!
There’s something so sophisticated about black cane. It’s giving french country mixed with Wednesday Adams in the best possible way.
The Donner Rattan Cane Folding Chair is cute enough as it is, but there’s one massive benefit to these chairs. They fold up! These are the perfect summer dining chair for when you need just *one* more seat for the guest who forget to RSVP to your Memorial Day kickback.
Easy to store and easy on the eyes, these are the perfect addition to your hosting repertoire. Plus, the linen seat fabric makes them super comfy for hot summer nights.
These chairs ooze modern, minimalist chic. The Atticus Cane Side Chair is a great addition to any room from the dining room to in front of a window with a view.
These chairs are versatile because of their neutral coloring. The sandy tan color goes with just about everything and will brighten up the space.
Also, the cane backing and seat gives a bit of pop to an otherwise very plain design.
As far as dining room furniture is concerned, the Tormod Backed Cane Dining Chair is a centerpiece.
These chairs are so sleek and stylish, they look straight out of Arch Digest rather than Target. The armless design is awesome for any table height, too.
In terms of colors, they come in both tan, black, and a mix/match. Have fun with it!
The Luz Cane Dining Chair is just so funky looking. If you have a plainer dining table, these could be the way to go.
The offset backrest is such a cool look that goes perfectly with the neutral tones that are available for color options for this chair. The seat is plain wood, so you can either leave it as is, or have fun picking out seat cushions yourself.
Alright, this option is a little more expensive than some of the others, but let me explain. The Zoey Caned Armless Chair is just that cute.
Built in seat cushions that come in multiple colors, a mid century modern frame design, and a cane backing make this piece well worth the price tag if you’re willing to go a little higher.
History Of The Cane Chair
The cane chair style has been around longer than America. No, seriously– it has! Cane chairs have been en vogue since the 1660s, cropping up in France, Holland, and England. It’s a very fashionable, Nordic look.
These chairs became especially popular in France for their lightness, the ease of cleaning them, and the durability of the woven cane. French cane chairs have been a thing for a while, y’all.
Because they’ve been around for so long, vintage cane chairs are all over the market. And technically, the vintage ones are the “real” thing. However, the price runs quite a bit steeper depending on who’s selling.
If you’re looking for the effortless mid century modern style of cane chairs at a fraction of the price, take a look at some of the items listed below! While not considered “real” cane chairs, they look plenty real enough for the cost you’ll be getting them at.
When considering cane chairs, you really can’t go wrong. There are small variations in terms of frame style, cushions, backing, and color, but they are all similarly fantastic for making your kitchen the tiniest bit more Parisian.
There are other options too, if you’re looking to go down the more classically antique cane route. For Bay Area folks, the Alameda Flea Market runs the first Sunday of every month and is bursting at the seams with cane.
@whimsysoul Be careful though! it's incredibly hard to not buy everything 😅 Alameda Flea Market really is the best thrift and antique spot in California imo Tips: 💵 bring all cash! 🎫 get the early bird slot before 7:30am to avoid crowds 🪑 barter with vendors! 🛻 bring a truck just in case Good luck treasure hunting! #alameda #alamedafleamarket #alamedaantiquefair #antiques #bayarea #sanfrancisco #thrifted #thriftvlog #thriftfinds #midcenturymodern #northerncalifornia ♬ original sound – Ian Asher
Whether you go antiquing or Amazon priming, happy cane hunting!