Why Don't You Make Your Outdoor Space Feel Like a Mediterranean Rooftop?

If a holiday to Menorca or Sicily isn’t quite in the cards this season, transform your home instead.

TikTok aesthetics are a dime a dozen these days but one trend we can get behind without any reservations is the Tomato Girl. As comically blunt as the moniker may be, it encapsulates that ineffable look of summertime in the Mediterranean. Just picture it: a bowl of freshly-washed cherries, gingham table linens blowing in the wind, the sweetest little slip dress – it’s enough to make us put in an OOO request and book a flight to the Amalfi Coast right now.

But even if a holiday to Menorca or Sicily isn’t quite in the cards this season, there are plenty of ways to imbue your day-to-day with the effervescence of Tomato Girl living. One such approach is transforming your outdoor space into a Mediterranean-inspired oasis where afternoons can be spent nibbling on olives and sipping a glass of Grillo.

Ahead, six easy tips for channelling the best rooftops from locales like Puglia, Palma, and beyond.

1. Balance Natural Tones and Textures With a Bold Print

The essence of a Mediterranean rooftop is celebrating its natural surroundings – an expansive sky, lush greens, and the sparkling sea. But one way to add a dose of personal charm to this environment is through a pop of print. Whether it’s a few throw pillows or upholstery for a set of rooftop chairs, a bold pattern can go a long way in setting the tone.

2. Embrace the All-Out Tablescape

One of the easiest ways to capture the spirit of the Mediterranean rooftop is with a picturesque tablescape – and that all begins with beautiful table linens. Whether it’s a gauzey tablecloth or colourful placemats, use this as your base to add in and complement your collection of glassware and ceramics.

3. Incorporate Lively, Artisanal Ceramics

A handcrafted touch is something that feels at-home in the Mediterranean household, which is why a rooftop replete with lovely, multicolour ceramics is the perfect design move. And the best part is that the more mismatched they are the more authentic they’ll look, so grab all of your favourites and pepper them throughout your tablescape.

4. Create Contrast Through Sunset-Hued Colors

Add warmth to an all-white palette with sunset-hued pops of colour and natural textures like rattan furniture and woven rugs. The look feels fresh and reminiscent of balmy Puglian afternoons enjoying aperitivo hour after a dip in the ocean. Can you think of a better mood to channel than that?

5. Go For a Crisp, Clean Tablecloth

Though a colourful, printed tablecloth can feel like a through line to Mediterranean al fresco sensibilities, we’re also keen on a crisp white version, as well. Not only is it easy to match furniture and serveware with, it also creates an airy, breezy aesthetic that makes lingering outdoors for hours feel all but necessary.

6. Plants, Plants, and More Plants

There’s no arguing the strong appeal (and positive effects!) of surrounding yourself with plants. And when it comes to channelling a Mediterranean rooftop, the more lush greens the better. Whether it’s a large potted palm, a sprig of ivy slipped inside a glass vase, or an olive tree, creating an Eden-esque environment for your outdoor space is always a smart move.

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If a holiday to Menorca or Sicily isn’t quite in the cards this season, transform your home instead.

Why Don't You Make Your Outdoor Space Feel Like a Mediterranean Rooftop?

If a holiday to Menorca or Sicily isn’t quite in the cards this season, transform your home instead.

1. Balance Natural Tones and Textures With a Bold Print

2. Embrace the All-Out Tablescape

3. Incorporate Lively, Artisanal Ceramics

4. Create Contrast Through Sunset-Hued Colors

5. Go For a Crisp, Clean Tablecloth

6. Plants, Plants, and More Plants

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