Tomato Girl Summer isn’t just a social media trend—it’s a sun-kissed lifestyle rooted in flavor, romance, and a slower, more intentional way of living. At Gardenuity, we’re all in on bringing this aesthetic to life through gardening. Because what better way to embrace this Mediterranean-inspired movement than by growing your own tomatoes, fresh herbs, and garden-to-table joy?
What Is Tomato Girl Summer?
Born on TikTok and now embraced across Instagram, dinner parties, and garden patios, Tomato Girl Summer is a celebration of the simple pleasures of the season: outdoor lunches, patio gardens, breezy dresses, glowing skin, and food fresh from your garden.
Picture this: ripe cherry tomatoes, a handful of freshly clipped basil, a chilled Aperol spritz, and you sitting outside in the golden hour sun. It’s coastal Italy meets your patio garden, and it’s all about cultivating joy.
It looks like:
- Wearing linen and smelling like sunscreen
- Snacking on tomatoes like fruit
- Growing your own basil for caprese
- Taking your time—no rush, just ripening
It’s cottagecore meets chic Riviera. And the best part? It’s growable—right from your patio or balcony.
Who’s Embracing Tomato Girl Summer? We are!
From fashion icons to culinary creators, Tomato Girl Summer has caught the attention of trendsetters everywhere:
- Hailey Bieber has been spotted in breezy red pinstripe shirts and shorts, embodying the effortless Mediterranean vibe.
- Billie Eilish made headlines in a tomato-printed corset by Miaou, bringing garden glam to the red carpet.
- Selena Gomez shared behind-the-scenes photos wearing a romantic puff-sleeve dress that channeled classic Tomato Girl chic.
- Emily Ratajkowski rocked a canned tomato print dress—proving the trend is as fresh as it is fashionable.
- Anthropologie – Dresses, handbags and skirts all perfect for summer gatherings
Food Creators & Chefs Who Bring It to Life
- Meredith Hayden (@wishbonekitchen) is known for her seasonal recipes and breezy Hamptons dinner parties—her whole feed feels like Tomato Girl Summer IRL.
- Monte’s Fine Foods x Staud collaborated on tomato-themed fashion meets food, proving the garden-to-glam aesthetic is here to stay.
Why Gardeners Are Embracing the Trend
At its core, Tomato Girl Summer is a return to nature—something gardeners understand intuitively. It’s about beauty with purpose, flavor with freshness, and the meditative rhythm of planting, pruning, and harvesting.
Gardening is the original Tomato Girl move. And whether you have a backyard, a balcony, or a sunny kitchen window, growing your own tomatoes and herbs connects you to this lifestyle in the most authentic way.
How to Grow Your Own Tomato Girl Garden
You don’t need a villa in Positano to live this dream. With Gardenuity, you can plant your own Tomato Girl Garden—wherever you live.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- A fully rooted tomato plant (cherry varieties are perfect!)
- Mediterranean herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme
- A grow bag, custom soil blend, and plant nutrients
- Sunshine, water, and a little romantic flair
It’s patio gardening meets lifestyle design—and it starts with planting.
Garden-to-Table Recipes to Try
Tomato Girl Summer is more than a look—it’s a lifestyle that’s meant to be savored. Start with these fresh-from-the-garden favorites:
- Caprese Skewers – Cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, fresh basil, and olive oil
- Bruschetta – Toasted baguette topped with chopped tomatoes, garlic, and herbs
- Tomato Spritz – Tomato water, sparkling wine, and a citrus twist
- Herbed Olive Oil – Infuse olive oil with your freshly harvested oregano and thyme
These are easy, beautiful, and delicious ways to eat what you grow—and share the season with friends.
Live the Season One Tomato at a Time
Tomato Girl Summer is about more than aesthetics—it’s about living with intention. Slowing down. Savoring moments. Finding beauty in the everyday. Growing a garden gives you all of that and more.
So pour something sparkly, plant something delicious, and live your summer—one tomato at a time