Meghan Markle's Montecito backyard features these exact chairs – their natural, handwoven finish perfects the California Casual trend
Meghan Markle's backyard takes California Casual to the next level with these Danish-designed pieces – instantly upgrading her terrace


Meghan Markle's California roots have come through in her Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, which was filmed on location in Montecito – and while the elegant, minimalist home itself is a set, it gives us a good indication of what her interior style leans towards.
Over on her Instagram, however, we noticed a snap of her scenic backyard, and couldn't help but admire the California Casual set-up, featuring oak dining chairs adorning a white-tableclothed dining area. It's simply stunning – and easily replicable.
The chairs in question? They are the (aptly named) Jenni Kayne Home Montecito Dining Chairs, and they are as decorative as they are functional.
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California Casual is epitomized in this classic design, which features solid White Oak frames with a natural finish and handwoven Danish paper cord.
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Handcrafted from solid White Oak frames with a natural finish and handwoven Danish paper cord, these chairs are inspired by a vintage piece sourced for the Jenni Kayne Ranch. The oak gives the seats a weathered yet refined look, perfect for a relaxed outdoor dining area.
California Casual is all about creating a peaceful yet elevated atmosphere, so we would recommend pairing these seats with natural materials and a light color palette. Think linen napkins, rattan placemats, and handmade ceramics lining a table (making for an excellent spring tablescape idea).
Comfort is also key with California Casual, so ensure that hard seats, like the oak chairs Meghan has, have soft cushions to balance them out. While neutrals are preferred in this style, nature-inspired colors such as terracotta and ochre would fit in wonderfully to an outdoor dining scheme.
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Hannah is Homes & Gardens’ News Editor, with a focus on celebrity style and entertainment content. She got her start in media as a digital editorial assistant at ELLE Canada, and has since written about lifestyle and culture for publications such as Nylon and i-D.
Her love of film is rivaled only by one with a great soundtrack, and she hopes to someday decorate a Nancy Meyers-worthy kitchen.
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