9 ways to mimic a Mediterranean lifestyle

When you dream of being swept away to a different time and place, elevating your space with ocean blues, Breton stripes and natural materials are synonymous with Mediterranean style.

Moreover, they’re the perfect choice when you want to relax and reconnect with yourself, enhance the relaxed, holiday mood with coastal accessories – and set in motion a summer refresh.

Here’s what’s putting us in a sunny frame of mind…

Not only does a linen bread bag keep your baguette or sourdough fresher for longer, but this fun fish design captures thoughts of a coastal setting.

Decorated with coral, a starfish, clam shell and oyster, these porcelain plates come with the promise of a plateau de fruits de mer.

These beautiful azure blue wine goblets are sure to be a big hit with summer tablescapes and big bowl of salad niçoise.

A pretty parasol in pastel blue stripes speaks volumes, especially with spot-on accents such as rattan garden furniture in rustic tones, stoneware vases and trailing greenery. Base not included.

Inviting some Mediterranean warmth with welcoming scatter cushions, crafted pieces, and sculptured shell vase for natural dried flowers or fresh bouquet… these are must-haves.

When you want to echo the relaxed sophistication and timeless aesthetic of Mediterranean decor, this peacock-backed armchair makes a wonderful statement.

If you’re hankering after a seafront view, create a haven of peace and calmness with this pitch-perfect poster.

Combining the inviting atmosphere of a candle with seaside style, this shell shade is a favourite find. Candle shade holder and candles sold separately.

For an oceanfront, boutique hotel vibe, Breton stripe bedding is a brilliant way to work some Mediterranean magic. With cotton striped bed linen, romantic ruffle-edge pillows mixed with a stripe pattern and palm tree cushion… think sweet dreams in your beach retreat.