FAQs
Q: Is wicker the same as straw?+
A: No, wicker is not the same as straw, wicker refers to a weaving method used to create items from various natural resources like willow, rattan, bamboo, and sometimes straw, while straw is simply the dried stalks of grain plants.
Q: Why is it called wicker?+
A: The term "wicker" or "whisker" is believed to have Scandinavian roots, derived from the Swedish word vika, meaning "to fold." Traditionally, a wicker breach bag or wicker crossbody bag is made from plant-based materials like willow, rattan, reed, and bamboo.
Q: What material is wicker?+
A: Wicker is made from natural plant materials like rattan, bamboo, reed, and willow or synthetic fibres like resin and vinyl.
Q: Is the wicker bag waterproof?+
A: No, a wicker handbag is not naturally waterproof, but it can be treated with a water-resistant coating for added protection.
