June 2026 | Issue 6
The Edit
What is June for if not for freedom, sun and new adventures? This month we’re really diving into the idea of the great American outdoors and the classic aesthetic you’ll find at campgrounds + national parks around the USA. That’s right folks, we’re talking about good ol’ road trippin’ - exploring everything this big, beautiful piece of land has to offer.
My first visit to a national park ignited a passionate love affair. I’ll never forget the first time I laid my eyes on wide open wilderness while adventuring somewhere in Colorado. I came upon a field of wildflowers that seemed to go on + on… I could have looked at that view forever and after. I couldn’t believe that a place so peaceful and so beautiful actually existed. I remember being so grateful these spaces were protected and kept wild. The red rocks of the southwest, the lush forests of the pacific northwest, the magnificent mountains in the east, the list goes on.
A little sand in your shoes or dirt on your hands, never hurt no one. Follow your child-like sense of adventure and see what hidden paradises await you.
Design Inspiration
Ahhh, Sherwin Williams’ Rookwood Red - SW 2802 - much like the color of canyons and the bark of sequoia trees. A deep hue with both elegant and down to earth qualities. It pairs well with woods + stones of all shades for that perfect cozy, cabin vibe.
When decorating a space with a woodsy or outdoorsy theme, the elements that usually come to mind are exposed wood paneling, cozy textures, antiques and vintage furniture. This style is one of our favorites because it’s all about simplicity, functionality and nostalgia. Think like a kid decorating their bunk for summer camp + let your heart guide you.
Tunes in the Office
Mind
"I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived."
In Henry David Thoreau’s book, Walden, he details his experience living a very modest life for two years in a cabin near Waldon Pond in Massachusetts. Here, he lived in one room with very little amenities - a few chairs, a writing desk, a bed + a fireplace. Though he wrote this book in the mid 1800’s as a reflection on modern society and lifestyle, it remains relatable today. In this book, he explores the ideas of intentional living, minimalism, individuality and independence, among others. All lessons he learned through observing the natural world and seeing that as a pathway to spiritual + personal growth.
By disconnecting with urban life, Thoreau was able to reflect on whether the speed, comfort and convenience of modern life ultimately served him. His experience was one of continuous surprise and awe at the simplicity of basic survival - how little we really need in order to live well on this planet.
You do not need to retreat into the woods for months at a time to experience this kind of clarity and rejuvenation. Hop in your car with a tent, a sleeping bag + a cooler full of food and find a campsite to stay in for a night or two. This is the great gift the American national parks have given us; we can experience the profoundness of the simple life in nature without having to give up our modern lives all together.
Currently Reading
We’re so excited Carley Fortune’s next summer read is here! We loved last year’s “One Golden Summer.”
When Frankie is left at the altar by her fiance, her childhood best friend, George, hatches a plan to heal her broken heart. He persuades her to go on her honeymoon with him! With such similar personalities, they have always butted heads but this trip to the beautiful destination of Tofino, could be an opportunity to repair their friendship and/or let their long buried feelings for eachother bubble to the surface.
Good Eats
Easy to make over a campfire or after a long day in the sun, this veggie chili mac will have you feeling full + satisfied. With bell pepper, corn and zucchini, this dish is loaded with veggies ripe and ready in June.
“Thanks for coming along for the ride.
Time to get outside + make some memories!”
-Cass ♡