Alfresco summer table with hurricane lantern and stoneware

Our Summer A-Z

Discover 26 ways to get the most out of the season. From how to style your home to what to pack and how to celebrate, the outlook is bright and sunny… 

A is for... Alfresco accessories


Spacious straw totes are a must at this time of year, especially for all those farmers’ market goodies.


B is for... BBQs & bonfires


The scent of Summer? Wood smoke and sea salt. There’s nothing quite like it. 

C is for… Coastal cues


A palette of blue and white – plus Breton stripes and weathered finishes.


D is for… Drinks at dusk


Toasting the golden hour and savoring sunsets with family and friends.

E is for… Effortless entertaining


Grazing boards and generous platters made for passing around and sharing.


F is for… Foraging flowers


From handpicked blooms to gathering greenery and dried foliage. Just add vases.

G is for… Garden parties


Celebrating life’s simple pleasures with outdoor get-togethers that continue late into the night.


H is for… Heatwaves & hydration


Sunny days call for refreshments on repeat. Lavender lemonade and elderflower cordial are top of our list.

I is for… Ice cream


Cool down with a sweet treat – be it classic vanilla scoops or juicy popsicles.


J is for… Just-picked joy


Sample the flavors of the season with a healthy harvest of fresh fruit and vibrant veggies.

K is for… Keepsakes & souvenirs


Make memories and mementos with summer diaries, scrapbooks and vacation snaps.


L is for… Leisurely lunches


Lazy and laissez-faire, easy-to-prepare recipes allow for less time in the kitchen and more outdoors.

M is for… Mornings made memorable


Embrace the art of slow living and luxuriate over that first coffee of the day. Make brunch a regular thing, too!


N is for… Natural nuances


Weave warmth and texture into your home with rustic rattan across tableware and storage.

O is for… Out-spiration


Be constantly inspired by your surroundings and put just as much effort into terraces and gardens.


P is for… Picnics & patios


Take meals on-the-go and find the perfect spot with our oversized basket and picnic blanket.

Mother and child cuddling
Woman enjoying coffee on sunlit sofa

Q is for… Quality time


A season of gatherings and get-togethers, it’s the people you share it with that make it extra special.


R is for… Rest & relaxation


Create wake up and wind down rituals that will leave you feeling reinvigorated and ready to go.

S is for… Slow sunset suppers


Make the most of longer days with never-ending evenings, carried on by candlelight.


T is for… Tans & towels


From trips to the beach to holiday hammams, envelop yourself in five-star comfort.

U is for… Unwinding well


Stay on top of self-care with skincare saviors and pampering products.


V is for… Vacation mode


Wherever you’re headed, near or far, our jet-set accessories will get you there in style.

W is for… Warm-weather textiles


Look to lighter layers for breathability and comfort as the mercury rises.


X is for… (e)Xtra daylight


Summer closets are always calling for a sun hat or two. Ours are handwoven, so they’re one of a kind.

Y is for… Yard games


From backyard BBQs to birthdays, prepare lawns for croquet or boules for endless fun.


Z is for... Zesty zucchini


We’ve got your menu covered with our seasonal recipes. Why not start with our Summer Salad?


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