Everybody's going Mediterranean-inspired this summer. And, really, it's not so surprising. As soon as the days start to lengthen and the air starts to warm, flights to sparkling blue water and resort getaways start booking up. So, expect everything from outdoor furniture to tableware this season to be served with a side of pasta prints and stripy patterns. And H&M Home's Summer Riviera collection is the latest addition to 'summer by the sea' inspired decorating.
Why do we all become obsessed with Mediterranean style come spring and summer? Well, typically, it's full of bright colors, timeless prints, and the laid-back luxury that the region oozes. Spring and summer interiors this season are about comfort and relaxation mixed with playfulness and fun.
Channelling that ethos, H&M Home's Riviera collection reimagines the stylish, carefree vibe of cliffside beach clubs overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, bottling it up in beach towels, robes, and stylish servewear.
The striped towels, terry bathrobes, and plates adorned with olive motifs are contemporary and fun, but not clichéd. Plus, the fringed garden parasols really bring home the Mediterranean lifestyle.
I particularly like how the striped towels can be paired with cotton beach pouches (each branded with Capri, Nice, and Sicily) and a canvas tote for carrying — it's H&M Home's homage to iconic Mediterranean summer spots.
And play takes on multiple meanings here. There's a backgammon set that comes in two different colors, a beach tennis set, and a two-deck playing card set in a wooden box, too.
Here are my picks from H&M Home's Summer Riviera collection.
This stripy parasol paired with a range of neutral outdoor furniture creates an elevated beach club aesthetic in the backyard — perfect for lounging on a hot summer day.
Every home needs a good tote on the go. This canvas bag has such a timeless design and will look as good hanging in your mudroom or entryway as it will hanging on your arm on the way to the beach (or garden).
This terry gown is another example of something that will look just as good on as it would hanging in your bathroom. The blue and white strips bring the Riviera style home, but it also comes in red, yellow, green, and brown.
Throw pillows are such an easy way to refresh seasonally, and these embroidered pillows are the perfect mix of playful and elevated. It also comes in blue with a fish motif, and green with a palm tree.
Okay, the bright colors throughout this collection are fun, but I am loving this brown striped towel. It feels a touch more everyday, and it very in tune with current color trends.
H&M Home promised beach club fun, and it totally delivered with the stylish game sets. Beach tennis is a game you can play in any backyard or park, and it comes with a carrying bag!
This all makes for a very fashionable at-home beach club so far, but I've got my eyes on the dinnerware for my next garden party idea.
This Mediterranean spread is making coastal themes a little more fashionable. Think bistro-inspired plates and serving platters with playful olive, crab, and lemon prints to shell napkin rings and fish-shaped candle holders.
There's a lot to look forward to, to say the least. Especially if you're an olive girl spring-lover, like me, or already planning your next beach getaway.
A good host thinks about all the details, and this playful pair of salad servers is the ultimate way to show you care about the design scheme. Plus, silver goes with everything, so you can match this with your existing decor.
A small plate is great for serving up snacks and desserts at a dinner party. And if olives aren't for you, this style also comes with a fish, crab, or lemon motif.
Hot spring and summer days mean ice-cold beverages, and these cute coasters make even the mundane moments more special. Pair them with an embroidered table cloth for an even more stylized look.
It's always a good day when one of our favorite home decor brands drops a new collection to inspire a little decorating refresh. If you're (not so) patiently awaiting those hot summer nights, perfect for entertaining, then let the new H&M Home Summer Riviera collection tide you over for now
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