The Ultimate “Tomato Girl” Aesthetic at Wolffer Estates
One of the most talked about interior design and fashion trends this year was the “Tomato Girl” aesthetic. It’s not really a microtrend, #tomatogirl has over 25 million views on TikTok and #tomatogirlfall has over 14 million views. It is clear that this trend is not about to disappear. There’s a good reason for that: it’s refined yet whimsical, with a touch of grand millennial mixed with a touch of quiet luxury.
Joey Wolffer
No one understands this better than the tastemaker Joey Wolffer. “For me, the tomato girl aesthetic is about more than embodying a certain trend in look, clothing or makeup, it’s all about embracing the simplicity and nostalgia of a style of healthy and rural life. It’s a way to connect with nature, embrace simplicity, and share an appreciation for the beauty of the outdoors, which is what we practice at Wölffer Estate all year.”
Here’s how to give your home a tomato girl aesthetic, whatever the season.
Consider new colors
Neil Marcus, internal interiors expert, head of operational offering and co-founder of HomeThreads (an e-commerce site that sells home furnishings) says it’s best to think cozy, rustic, and cottage-like when creating a tomato girl look. These elements include “vintage furniture and rugs, floral patterns, earthy tones, and a focus on durable, handmade items.”
When converting a room from Tomato Girl Summer to Tomato Girl Fall, Marcus recommends swapping bright, vibrant summer colors for richer, warmer fall tones. “Incorporate shades like deep reds, burnt oranges, mustard yellows, and earthy browns.”
A fresh coat of paint is a bold way to get the job done, but it’s much easier to do it with accents and decor. “You can replace light summer fabrics with heavier, more comfortable textiles. Replace lightweight cotton throws with chunky knit blankets and update your cushion covers with fall-themed designs like plaid or fall foliage,” says Marcus.
How to Tomato a Girl’s Bedroom
A bedroom can have a very tomato feel with the right furniture and accessories. “For your bedroom, choose a vintage-style iron bed frame or wooden four-poster bed to serve as the centerpiece of your bedroom,” says Marcus. THE Chapman King Canopy Bed is a great example of this.
Chapman King Canopy Bed
Then decorate with antique or aged furniture, such as a weathered chest of drawers, a vintage vanity or a shabby chic cabinet, like the Rustic Handmade Durette Wood and Cane Nightstand Cabinets.
Finally, Marcus advises completing the aesthetic with a printed accessory. “Use gingham or floral patterned bedding, curtains and cushions for a classic tomato girl look. Consider a floral or gingham wallpaper accent wall or choose wall decor featuring botanical and floral themes.
Create a tomato girl living room
A tomato girl’s living room is just as comfortable as it is stylish. Think farmhouse but with more sophistication. There is absolutely no presence of a sign indicating Gather.
Add plants for a touch of nature as well as flowers and other natural elements, including pumpkins, gourds and pine cones. “Arrange them on tables, shelves, or as centerpieces to infuse your space with fall vibes,” says Marcus. “Replace fresh summer flowers with fall flowers like sunflowers, mums or dried flower arrangements. Incorporate them into vases and wreaths for a seasonal touch.
An outdoor table at Calissa’s
One place that perfectly embodies this trend is Calissa, which is one of the trendiest restaurants on the east end of Long Island. “We like to imagine it as Mykonos in the Hamptons,” says Kylie Monagan, partner at Civetta Hospitality and co-owner of Calissa. “The restaurant was designed with a Mediterranean aesthetic in mind: white plaster walls (created by a Greek master painter), floating banquettes with custom Italian linen cushions, numerous airy curtains and warm candles, and Carrera marble tiles cut to the ground. the bar. Our indoor lighting features rattan and straw pendant lights, which give the light a super cozy, dappled glow.
Inside Calissa
To give a similar look to your own dining space, Monagan advises me to focus on neutral tones with lots of textures like rattan, straw, plaster, wood and stone. “In terms of seasonal decor, keep it natural: bowls of pomegranates or artichokes in the cooler months, Greek-inspired water reed urns in spring, tomatoes and fresh herbs in summer. Simple touches can include terracotta potted herbs in the kitchen, incorporating old wooden pieces painted white and even replacing a trash can with a woven bucket.
A Tomato Girl Tablescape
While you can’t redesign an entire house or room to give it a tomato girl vibe, doing it as table decor is incredibly easy, especially during the holiday season. “I would suggest using handmade ceramics with whimsical designs and highlighting the season’s harvests so they are the star of the show,” says Wolffer. “Then I would layer the look with taper candles, linen tablecloths and napkins, chic tableware and add lots of flowers to add dimension and complete the look.”
Incorporate the natural colors of the season and harvest apples, pomegranates, pumpkins, corn and butternut squash on the table. “Embrace the new season by cooking or baking with these seasonal ingredients and savoring the unique flavors that fall offers,” shares the tastemaker.