Alyssa’s seasonal collection of places, design details, and little things inspiring this season.

Summer always seems to slow life down in the best way. Mornings are a little easier, kids can sleep in, dinners stretch a little later, summer storms and we find ourselves returning to the same places time and time again.

This isn’t meant to be a guide or a list of the “best” anything. It’s simply a collection of what’s been inspiring this season. Some are places we’ve loved for years, others are new discoveries, and a few are just small details we’ve found ourselves noticing along the way.

Places We’ve Been Returning To

A few favorites that have become part of our summer rhythm.

• Black Bear Bread Co.
• Chiringo
• The Bay
• North Beach Social
• Becasa
• Salty Bottle
• Antiques on Holiday
• Tahona Tacos (just opened in Rosemary Beach under Pescados)

Around the Coast

Things that remind us why we love living here.

• walks on the beach
• local stores with shells
• late night drives
• day trips to new places
• summer storms + big clouds at sunset
• family trips + cousins
• tropical storms + big swells
• friends coming to town
• plastering local stickers

Design Notes

Materials, textures, and little details we’ve been collecting this season.

Lately, I’ve been drawn to pieces that feel collected over time rather than perfectly styled. Crystal glassware catching the evening light. Antique silver trays that have hosted countless dinners. Linen softened by years of use. Woven rattan, oyster shells gathered after morning walks, and handcrafted details that quietly tell a story.

On Film

A few frames from this summer.

Until next season.

xx

Alyssa