Functional furniture and accents are my cup of tea; if it's in my home, it has to serve a purpose and look good doing it. These nesting seagrass baskets fit the bill. I love that they are made from natural materials, as I've been making a conscious effort to seek out alternatives to plastics. They have a lovely grassy scent that is strong right out of the box, but dissipates with a couple of hours outdoors. I think it's great that they come with lids for concealing whatever you may want stored. They work well for storing beach toys, umbrellas, and extra throw blankets, in my experience. I want another set for more rooms!