The History of Rope Outdoor Furniture and Its Current Craze

Nautical style is hotter than ever, but it began more than 75 years ago with Brown Jordan.

Amid the TikTok-fueled “Coastal Grandmother” trend, it’s safe to say nautical style is having a moment. In the outdoor furniture arena, rope and knotted pieces are in high demand, but this enduring style is anything but new.