Every gathering feels like a fiesta with Fenton & Fenton’s Mexican-inspired collection

Ola Mexicola carries the spirit of Mexico City’s art-filled neighbourhoods and San Miguel de Allende’s technicolour streets into everyday moments.

Expressive textiles, vibrant tableware and playful furniture and lighting from the boutique Melbourne homewares brand’s new collection celebrate rhythm, artistry and sun-soaked joy. Arriving in time for the Australian summer, Ola Mexicola is designed to turn any gathering into a celebration.

Ola Mexicola takes inspiration from Mexican culture.

Mix-to-the-max Mexico-style

In true Fenton & Fenton “mix-to-the-max” fashion, nearly every piece from Ola Mexicola is a statement.

Ola Mexicola spans furniture, lighting, art, bedding and decoration.

The shaggy fuchsia Raffy lamps and pendants, along with wonky Squiggle lighting, offer a wink of character. Meanwhile, the unique design of the stout Show Off sideboard features front-facing storage that can showcase books and treasures on the outside of its doors.

Show Off Sideboard and Raffy floor lamp.

Food and cultural motifs reign supreme in the tableware. Trays, tablecloths and painted plate sets are adorned with maracas and Sacred Hearts or coloured in hues of mango, olive and cactus. The collection achieves its flamboyant climax in two glazed stoneware vases intricately adorned with limes and chillies.

Ola Mexicola objects at the launch in Melbourne.

The collection’s marginally quieter pieces include the charming Pepe dining chair and the modular Roommate Sofa, a contemporary take on 1970s design.

Fenton & Fenton’s international outlook

Founded by Lucy Fenton in 2008 – who remains creative director following the business’ acquisition by Berkowitz Furniture in 2023 – Fenton & Fenton produces homewares inspired by her experiences travelling the globe. Previous collections have borrowed influences from Italy to India.