My grandmother used to tell me the older you get the faster time speeds by. I couldn’t agree more! The lazy days of summer are here. The buzz of crickets, the scent of dill in the air and the gentle sway of grasses usher in childhood memories of my grandparents’ farm. Like a full circle, life now finds me decades older and loafing about our own two-acre plot, relishing those childhood summers.

This month finds us celebrating independence with friends and family. Perhaps a summer picnic is in order?! Darin has styled the perfect summer soirée in the sun. Our photographer Tracy captured the perfect moment using lovely products now available in the shoppe.

The new month also brings new treasures from Europe. The French shipment has arrived just in time for stylish entertaining. Read on for new French container lines now available. We didn’t import your grandma’s French containers—these modern vessels in Terre Noir are sure to wake up a sleepy exterior.

As always, we invite you to walk our design campus and peruse our shoppes for that inspirational bump needed during these dog days of summer. Enjoy!