The humble fig has thrived in Virginia soil since the 1600s. It’s a beloved fruit—which is actually a flower—that’s managed to weave its way into the Commonwealth’s collective psyche, with aficionados incorporating it into everyday life—from time-honored recipes passed down through generations (think Eastern Shore Fig Co.’s exceptional fig butter) to fig-forward design. Transform your home into a fig lover’s paradise with our curated collection of fig-inspired décor. From the kitchen to the living room and beyond, these carefully selected pieces celebrate the timeless beauty and rustic charm of this beloved fruit—each embodying the fig’s enduring appeal.
Purple Fig Still Life
oil on canvas, 14×18, $242, by ArtValerija. Etsy.com
Figs, boxed set of 8 cards with envelopes
$22. GiftAndGather.com
Peter Dunham Fig Leaf Wallpaper
To the Trade. PeterDunhamTextiles.com
Carved Carrera Marble Stone Fruit Figs
in purple or green, $50. AmuseSpot.com
Fig Dog Collar
in nylon webbing with grosgrain ribbon, from $19. RogueCollars.com
Stoneware Fig Shaped Vases, Set of 3
$24.99. AlvaHouseOfStyle.com
Sanderson Fig Harvest fabric
viscose and cotton; To the Trade.
SandersonDesignGroup.com
Small fig bowl from Abbott Collection
$15. Amazon.com
Les Figues Purple Jacquard Kitchen Towel
$30. GTLinens.com
This article originally appeared in the October 2025 issue.
