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The umbrella stand – once a humble fixture of hallways, alongside hat racks and shoehorns – is now ripe for a comeback. It’s a nod to a time of analogue rituals and the thoughtful design details that came with them – small touches that made daily life a little more elegant. It’s practical, too, of course: keeping wet umbrellas tidy is essential during soggier months. Bring it back, we say – especially when your options are as chic as the design-led, Wallpaper*-editor-approved picks from our favourite brands, curated below.
13 design-led umbrella stands and holders, chosen by Wallpaper* editors
The ‘Curva’ umbrella stand by Danish brand AYTM blends style and practicality. Slim rods hold umbrellas securely, while the elegant design doubles as a decorative hallway piece. Its minimalist aesthetic makes it a refined addition that keeps entryways both tidy and visually appealing.
The ‘Dedalo’ umbrella stand, designed by Emma Gismondi Schweinberger, combines durable ABS and resin with a sculptural round form. Efficient and low-maintenance, it keeps umbrellas organised while offering a calm, timeless design.
This elegant entryway accessory features black leather with white stitching and a handle for easy movement. It holds umbrellas gracefully for a cohesive, functional arrangement that combines durability with design.
Designed by Ekaterina Borovkova, this umbrella stand is made of premium leather that resists moisture and dirt, while a sleek acrylic bucket inside ensures clean storage. We love this mustard-olive tone.
Ghidini 1961’s ‘Tumbrella Black’ is a contemporary take on a classic design. Inspired by the form of a folded umbrella, its conical body rises from a round base and features a T-shaped handle. Minimalist yet playful, it offers practicality and artistic expression.
The elliptical opening of the ‘Ellisse’ umbrella stand adds visual interest, and the vessel even doubles as a vase for flowers. This versatile, sophisticated statement piece is made of white porcelain stoneware in an elegant shape.
‘Hug Mint’ by Giacopini features two curved metal sheets forming a geometric embrace. Crafted from iron, it is adaptable to various interiors, allowing customisation while providing an artistic solution for organising umbrellas.
Alessandro Iudici’s umbrella holder merges sculpture and function, enhancing the charm of any entryway. Handmade on a potter’s wheel, blue- and pink-gradient ceramic depicts a woman embracing a swan, resulting in something that is both decorative object and practical storage solution.
The ‘Who Are You’ umbrella stand is a minimalistic, sculptural design in black powder-coated metal. Its interplay of geometric shapes forms a cube and a parallelepiped where umbrellas rest. Modern and artistic, it adds intrigue to entryways.
This Arti & Mestieri umbrella stand features a beige cylindrical shape with spiral cut-out patterns and a three-legged base. Its open-top design provides easy access, combining practicality with a distinctive decorative touch.
‘Cobra’ by Fiam Italia is a curved glass umbrella stand with a black metal base. Its elastic, durable glass defies convention, creating a transparent yet solid structure. Minimalist and modern, ‘Cobra’ combines strength, elegance and practical organisation.
BD Barcelona’s ‘Plec’ umbrella stand, designed by Jordi Pérez and Isabel Gamero in 1997, maximises storage in corners with its versatile shape. Constructed in steel with embossed silver or polished finishes, a silicone-sealed bowl and polyether foam base, it offers functional elegance.