An Antiques Sojourn — Summer Edition
There’s a certain magic in summer. A season where days stretch long, light falls soft, and everything — from the way we dress to the way we decorate — becomes a little looser, a little more undone, a little more true.
At L’ORME, we believe summer is best lived slowly — with skin still damp from the sea, a bowl of peaches ripening in the shade, and surroundings that feel textured, storied, and tactile. In this spirit, our Summer Edit gathers antiques not only as objects of beauty, but as pieces that evoke a life well lived. They’re not just things — they’re the setting for sunlit rituals.
Whether you’re perched on a coastal balcony, hiding from the heat beneath an olive-draped pergola, or hosting aperitivo in a linen-wrapped city apartment, these are pieces that feel effortlessly at home amongst raffia, terracotta, citrus, and salt-kissed skin.
The Mood
Our Summer Edit isn’t about chasing trends. It’s about tapping into a mood — slow afternoons, warm tiles underfoot, conversations that stretch late into the night. A sense of timelessness.
This is grandmother chic, but stripped back. Think: modern linens with vintage porcelain. A bowl of lemons next to a baroque candlestick. Stripes. Rattan. The occasional shell or pearl.
Vista Alegre Ashtray
Crafted by renowned Portuguese porcelain house Vista Alegre, this ashtray balances tradition with relaxed elegance. Deep cobalt motifs, framed in vintage gold, nod to old-world grandeur — yet it feels entirely at home on a breezy balcony in Lisbon or the sun-dappled table of a Mediterranean guesthouse.
Whether used for ash, incense, or jewellery at day’s end, it invites a slower rhythm — where utility meets beauty, and every object holds a story.
Vista Alegra Nautical Tray
A natural pair to the VA Ashtray, the Nautical Tray carries the same timeless Vista Alegre motif — crisp porcelain, deep navy patterning, and a sense of quiet luxury rooted in Portuguese craftsmanship. Presented in a frame to highlight its sculptural presence, this piece is equally at home holding jewellery, candles, or summer fruit after a swim.
Side by side, they speak to a lifestyle that’s considered but never overthought. A table by the window. A breeze through linen curtains. A rhythm that’s slow and sun-drenched.
Delft Blue Nautical Vase
Hand-painted in classic Delft blue, this tall Dutch vase brings an old-world calm to modern spaces. The sailing vessel motif — serene, romantic, and quietly nostalgic — nods to seafaring summers and salt air afternoons. Its height makes it ideal for long-stemmed blooms or simply standing alone, as an object of beauty and stillness.
Styled with the Vista Alegre pieces, it completes a story of coastal living — where heritage meets ease, and every item carries the weight of place.