Sardine Summer Is Here—and These Prime Day Decor Deals Are the Ultimate Catch

Read this before you drop $500 on decor

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If you’ve been on TikTok—or wandered into an Anthropologie lately—you’ve probably noticed: sardines are having a very chic comeback. No longer just a pantry staple, they’ve become the star of a design trend that’s equal parts Mediterranean kitsch and ironic coastal charm. Think: fish-shaped glassware from Massimo Lunardonsardine trays from Fornasetti and painted tin sardine cans from Pescado & Friends. Apparently, it’s the summer of spending $800+ on a snack plate your nonna would've used to store sewing needles.

Thankfully, Amazon Prime Day is happening now through July 11—and there are plenty of sardine-inspired decor finds on sale, plus TikTok-viral bestsellers and fishy fashion deals you didn’t know you needed. From sardine dipping bowls for just under $20 to retro Portugal sardine wall art at nearly 25 percent off, here are the eight best sardine-inspired home finds to snag before the sale ends. (Note: the deals are only available to Amazon Prime members, but you can sign up for a free trial membership here to snag 'em.)

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This retro-style canvas print—designed by Omar Escalante—channels mid-century travel posters with bold colors and a cheeky nod to Portuguese canning culture. It's printed on high-quality stretched canvas with fade-resistant inks and arrives ready to hang (no tools, no stress). I especially love the idea of layering it casually on an open shelf or leaning it against a tile backsplash—definitely oozes that “I summer in Lisbon” energy that the trend is going for.

With watercolor fish sketches and a cheeky inscription, this stoneware duo toes the line between retro Riviera and ironic hostess gift. While it’s technically designed for serving—think sushi, soy sauce, sea salt crisps—it’s the whimsical design that’s earned it a 4.7-star rating from nearly 600 reviewers. Many use it decoratively: one styled it on her vanity to hold rings and makeup brushes, another gifted it to her “mermaid and fairy” daughter-in-law to display on a dressing table. “Even better in person,” one raved. Just note: at 11.75 inches wide, it’s best reserved for snacks—not a full-on crudité spread.

Designed by Italian architect Paola Navone for Serax, this pressed-glass carafe mimics the shape of a herring and comes in four sea-glass hues—clear, cobalt, green and light blue—that feel straight out of a coastal bistro in Marseille. (One reviewer even spotted it at a seafood restaurant in France before tracking it down on Amazon.) It’s dishwasher-safe and made of thick, weighty glass that multiple buyers describe as “durable” and “great quality.” Use it as a water jug, wine decanter, or the chicest fish-shaped vase your dining table’s ever seen.

This embroidered pouch nails the sardine-core brief with cheeky retro graphics, metallic pull-tab detailing and just enough practicality to pass as a travel essential. Reviewers rave about its durability (“The ‘chrome’ hasn’t worn off!”), roomy size for everyday items and the compliments it racks up—“Every time I take it out of my bag, someone says something,” one shopper wrote. Available in seven punchy colors (including classic tomato-sauce red), it’s equal parts conversation starter, coquette-core crossover and clever gift for your most seafood-obsessed friend.

This four-pack of unframed 8x10 prints makes the sardine trend feel polished, not gimmicky. Each one features a different illustration: sardines lined in a can, colorful packaging arranged like collectibles, a glass jar of fish in olive oil and a minimalist school of silver swimmers. Together, they create a cohesive mini-gallery—but they’re just as charming styled individually (think: one above a bar cart, one leaned on a bathroom shelf, one in the kitchen by your olive oil stash). Bonus: It’s printed on heavyweight art paper and ready to frame, clip or tape. 

With vintage-inspired tins, sketchy blue fish and a color palette that screams Italian summer, this waffle-weave dish towel delivers both form and function. The 16-by-24-inch size makes it actually useful for drying hands or wiping down your countertop mid-cooking frenzy—and when you’re not using it, it doubles as a cheeky accent when draped over your oven handle or tucked into a gift basket. It’s machine-washable, water-absorbent and just the right amount of kitsch to let people know you have good taste and a sense of humor.

With their screenprinted blue fish motif and crisp linen-blend fabric, these 18-by-18-inch covers feel like something you'd spot at a beachside market in Montauk or tucked into the banquette of a seafood shack on Cape Cod. They're soft to the touch and machine-washable—so they’re practical enough for actual use, whether you're layering them on a porch swing or adding a splash of charm to a summer rental. As one reviewer puts it, “They’re very comfy and washable,” while another raves, “The quality is fantastic and they look great!” Just note: you’re buying the covers, not inserts—so BYO fluff.

These 2-ounce ceramic dipping bowls come in a charming fish shape with an ocean-blue glaze that reviewers say is “really well done,” complete with details on the fins and eyes. One shopper used them for cocktail sauce with shrimp, while another praised their “perfect size to hold a condiment” for sushi, fries or dumplings. They’re microwave- and dishwasher-safe, easy to clean, and just quirky enough to make even a weeknight meal feel a little more thoughtful.


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