Every time I travel to a new place, I come back with a truck-load of inspiration. After a two-week visit to Uganda in 2007, I wanted to LIVE in flowing skirts and vibrant patterns; Dubai had me searching for breezy head wraps; and the influence of my recent trip to Alaska, Canada and Seattle was no different. The lush Pacific Northwest has been a lure for me ever since I can remember. Growing up with a cozy cabin in the family, rustic touches and chilly days were part of quality time, a vacation from the norm and a chance to breathe easy. And even though we’re in the midst of a toasty California summer, there’s always room to prepare your Pinterest boards for fall :)