Whether you live by the sea or in the heart of the city, bring a sunny touch to your living spaces with French Riviera style. From sun-drenched beaches to lively cafés and chic parties, immerse yourself in the art of southern living, from the Croisette in Cannes to the Calanques in Marseille. Discover our tips for recreating this summer’s ultra-trendy Mediterranean charm.
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An emblematic motif of Riviera style, stripes are multiplying and inviting themselves onto deckchairs and beach towels for a perfect tan, evoking that feeling of perpetual vacation. In addition to its retro-chic aesthetic, this pattern brings a sense of space and grandeur, ideal for small spaces.
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Reflecting a sparkling sea and a cloudless sky, blue in all its shades adorns textiles and accessories, bringing to your terraces the freshness dreamed of on summer days, and a serenity worthy of the most beautiful beaches in the south of France.
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The beauty of raw materials is sublimated through rattan objects. Gabriella Crespi imagines the Bohemian ’72 collection, which becomes the epitome of the bohemian lounge lifestyle of the 70s jet-set. These natural materials contrast with the bright colors of summer, creating a sophisticated bohemian ambience.
The South collection by Magis, imagined by designer Konstantin Grcic, perfectly embodies the spirit of Riviera style. Designed for outdoors, but also ideal for indoors, this line of furniture, with its sinuous curves and minimalist look, invites you to slow down, savor moments of conviviality and enjoy an art of living turned towards nature and the sun. Made from weather-resistant steel, each piece evokes a warm, welcoming setting: a south-facing terrace, a garden overlooking the Mediterranean, a sunny patio.
With its elegant woven matted seats and tables with natural teak or glazed lava stone tops, the South collection by Magis is a natural fit for an ambience inspired by La Dolce Vita.
Magis reinvents Riviera style with this collection featuring a perfectly balanced, airy silhouette. An invitation to savor precious moments under the southern sun.
In the sweltering heat of the blazing sun, by the Mediterranean Sea or by the pool, lounging becomes a moment of pure relaxation. Lulled by the lapping of the waves, time seems to stand still and worries evaporate.
There’s something for everyone, whether you’re stretching out your towel on the warm sand or lounging on a deckchair, in a postcard-perfect setting conducive to relaxation and contemplation.
Your must-have? A chic parasol that’s as beautiful as it is practical, so you can enjoy the coolness of a shady spot.
Seated under a shady arbour, surrounded by friends and family, colorful chairs, weathered wooden tables and cushions with marine motifs add to the relaxed,convivial atmosphere . On a vintage tablecloth reminiscent of the summer meals of yesteryear, the plates are adorned with tasty dishes: crisp salads and fresh sardines, evoking the flavors of summer.
Glasses clink, lively conversation echoes in the air, creating a warm, festive atmosphere.
The best part? Light up your outdoor meal with garlands or wireless lamps to create a warm atmosphere after dark.
To complete a Riviera-style decor, nothing beats a Business & Pleasure parasol. A true icon of retro elegance, each of the brand’s models evokes the glamour of the Italian shores of the 50s, between Dolce Vita, bohemian spirit and vintage design.
Designed to enhance terraces, gardens or private beaches, these top-of-the-range parasols with their wavy bangs and retro stripes offer a welcome spot of shade under the sweltering summer sun.
Their palette of luminous whites, pastel hues, touches of Mediterranean blue and sunny shades, a nod to the azure sky and sparkling sea, provides the finishing touch for a 100% Riviera chic outdoor ambience.
The term “French Riviera” refers to the famous Côte d’Azur, synonymous with elegance and easy living. If this Anglo-Saxon appellation has crossed borders, it’s because as early as the 19th century, this region of southern France seduced the aristocracy and artists from all over the world. Today, it inspires much more than just a vacation spot: it embodies a true art de vivre.
In interior design, this influence is expressed through the Riviera style, a chic, sunny trend that evokes a permanent vacation. The codes of Mediterranean decorating can be found here: natural materials, white and bluish hues, driftwood, stripes and light sheers. It’s a style that’s both refined and relaxed, bringing the light and charm of the South into interiors.
The Riviera style is an invitation to live summer year-round, blending easy living with timeless elegance. Inspired by the sunny atmosphere of the Mediterranean coast, this style captures the spirit of La Dolce Vita, with decor that’s both relaxed and refined.
A Riviera chic aesthetic, between vintage glamour and seaside ambience. The dominant hues? Deep blues, dazzling whites and touches of golden sand. The furniture, meanwhile, favors natural materials such as linen, light wood and rattan, the real star of this style.
Riviera style is also about balance: deckchair-style stripes for a retro touch, light textiles that float in the wind, and decor inspired by chic vacation homes. Inside and out, the idea is to create light, airy spaces where it’s good to relax.
More than just a decorating trend, it’s an art of living that evokes long summer evenings, meals shared in the shade of an arbour and the delicious sensation of always being a little on vacation. A perfect trend for infusing your home with a sunny spirit.
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