Get to know more about lavender, a fragrant plant from the Mediterranean. Its colour and scent are associated with relaxation, youthfulness, creativity, imagination, and optimism. In this article, explore lavender-inspired photo quotes, interior design tips, colour palettes, scented design ideas, and travel suggestions. Antonio Rent Hvar will gladly assist you in discovering lavender fields and adjoining rural landscapes on the island of Hvar. Lavender and Hvar have been intertwined for a long time. We invite you to relax and enjoy the fragrant stories and colourful photos we prepared for you. :)
Fragrant Lavender Quotes and Sayings
Lavender is associated with relaxation, youthfulness, creativity, imagination, and optimism in both colour and scent. In this blog post, take a look at Fragrant Lavender Quotes and Sayings.
Fragrances to Enhance Relaxation and Reduce Stress at Work
Regarding workspace scents, essential oils of lemon and orange are known to boost mood and focus, positively influencing productivity. Oils of mint, eucalyptus, and basil have similar effects, while lemon balm, bergamot, and lavender are highly effective at relaxing and reducing stress. Find out more in the article How to Choose Colors and Scents for the Workspace – Designer’s Tips.
How to Style in the Mediterranean Way
Kitchenware and tableware designs reflect the vibrant richness of Mediterranean herbs, fruits, and vegetables—the ingredients that promote a healthy lifestyle, for which this region is famous. When it comes to colours and scents that evoke relaxation, youthfulness, creativity, imagination, and optimism, lavender immediately comes to mind. This fragrant plant tops the list for topics such as selecting plants for a Mediterranean-themed garden and choosing the best calming scents and colours for your home and office. View more design ideas in the article How to Style in the Mediterranean Way – Designer’s Tips.
A Colourful Journey to Dalmatia
The refreshing blue hue of the Adriatic Sea and the flowers of rosemary; the lovely blue-purple shades of irises; vivid purple tones of bougainvillea, violet, lavender, and eggplant; traditional white stone architecture; calming green shades of pine, olive, mint, basil, and sage; the optimism of yellow from sunlight and juicy lemons; warm earthy tones, known as “terracotta”; red tomatoes and wine… All of these colours, and many more, make up the Dalmatian natural colour palette and paint this stunning Croatian region. Check it out in the article A Colorful Journey to Dalmatia.
Hvar: Explore Island Highlights on an Electric Tuk-Tuk Tour
Lavender Creates a Relaxing Interior Design and Decor
According to colour therapy experts, the champions of relaxation are certainly blue colour (brings inner peace), lavender and lilac (relaxing and optimistic), and green (calms the mind, body, and spirit, and when joined by sunny yellow and creative lilac, this colour scheme balances the entire organism). Discover more in the article Holiday Apartments Stipisic in Hvar – Colours and Scents of Relaxation.
Enjoy lavender, a fragrant Mediterranean plant representing relaxation, youthfulness, creativity, imagination, and optimism. In Hvar, our home island, discover stunning natural landscapes, olive groves, vineyards, lavender fields, pine woods, and beaches. The fresh colour palette of this beautiful Dalmatian island inspires designers and writers alike. In July, the Festival of Lavender in Velo Grablje village on the island of Hvar features various local products made from or inspired by lavender. These include traditional essential oils, wellness and beauty products, artistic fashion accessories, and home decorations… Greetings from the team of Antonio Rent Hvar!

The View from Konoba Zbondini in Velo Grablje
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Tour the Landscapes, Towns, Villages, Hills, and Beaches of the Beautiful Hvar Island
Explore the landscapes, towns, villages, hills, and beaches of this picturesque Croatian island. Antonio Rent will gladly assist you in sightseeing the beauty of Hvar Island. Discover our offer of cars, scooters, e-bikes – and private tours tailored to your needs. Contact us, and let’s talk.
Author: Danica Maričić, Design & Travel Communications
Photos by Antonio Rent and Danica Maričić