You’ll Be Obsessed with This Quirky “It” Decor Trend That’s Inspired by a Drink
If there’s one thing I love, it’s a quirky accessory. In the past few years, I’ve gotten to indulge in this category even more than usual, as trends begin to bring all sorts of weird and wonderful decor to the forefront. One category that’s seeing plenty of action? Food-themed furniture and accessories, from tomatoes and strawberries to bread lights. This spring, it seems like the martini olive is poised to be the breakout star — at least if TikTok is any indicator.
The humble martini olive might not seem like much, but cocktail culture is pervasive. The iconic drink garnish has been popping up as a decorative motif in specialty shops and Instagram storefronts alike recently. One brick-and-mortar store that’s leaned wholeheartedly into this trend is Big Night, a New York-based retailer that stocks all sorts of goods for hosting (or being a guest!) for a “big night” in. On the brand’s website, you’ll find an “Olive Obsessed” section featuring tons of olive-themed decor, but this is far from the only place stocking these kinds of wares.
Why all the fuss over a tiny green fruit? “Olives are unstoppable,” says Katherine Lewin, Big Night’s founder. “Food says so much about who we are. People identify with martinis as a drink of choice, so of course there’s something about olives they identify with, [too].”
If you need more proof that martini olives are, indeed, a design motif, take a look at these themed items I’ve found across a wide variety of categories. From gifts and textiles to glasses and mirrors, these martini olive goods are sure to make the happy hour-obsessed smile.
