Mediterranean Moods

New scents for the home transform personal space into sun-lissed destination. Inspired by the glory of the Mediterranean shores, the freshest home fragrances are dappled with the fruit, flowers and joie de vivre that permeate the region.

Imported exclusively by the Montage Resort and Spa in Laguna Beach, California, Antica Farmacista, the cult pharmacy in Florence, Italy, stands out in the crowd. Six scents in the new Home Ambiance line of perfumes and room sprays bear evocative names like Alonissos (ocean), Santorini (a floral blend), Terra (warm and smoky), Leros (sporty), and Naxos (citrus and musk). Also from Italy, Comfort Sone's new AromaSoul Essential Oil Mediterranean blen stirs the senses with basil, bergamot, and lemon. The oil, one of four exotic scents, can be poured into room diffusers, baths, and unscented moisturizer, or dabbed on pulse points as perfume ($38, 800/257-7104). Developed by an acupuncturist and practitioner of Oriental medicine, Earthollogy soy candles reference the South of France with scents that lean to lavender, rose, and sweet orange; and their petroleum-free status makes the fragrance that much more alluring ($14, www.earthology.com). Increasing their signature fresh style on the home fragrance front, Aroma Naturals has a new collection of Aromatic Mists. Grounded in aromatherapy, the new blends ­names Insight, Meditation, and Tranquility, among others ­ practically transport you into the garden (and away from your stress) with a single spritx ($14, www.aromanaturals.com). It's summer everywhere. LAURIE DRAKE

WASHED ASHORE Mediterranean notes infuse Home Ambiance blends by Antica Farmacista (from $40 to $82). Available at The Art of Fragrance at Montage Resort and Aps, (949) 715-6191, www.montagelagunabeach.com.