CAMBRIA STYLE THERE IS SOMETHING DECIDEDLY WONDERFUL ABOUT FINDING YOUR PLACE IN THE WORLD. That spot on this big blue marble that feels so delightfully right. Even though we may have many of those a-ha moments as we move through different phases of life, the real ones, the big ones—those that resonate from deep within—are the ones that we need to pay attention to. No matter the time of day, time of year, or time of life, those moments mark the beginning of the next stage of our own individual journey. Our cover profile, Maria Menounos, is the epitome of a woman who greets those moments with utter abandon and boundless energy. Taking chances and following her heart has paid off time and time again, both personally and professionally. What began as a phone call from Maria and her partner Keven after they flipped through an issue of Cambria Style at the onset of a kitchen re-build has blossomed into a real friendship. To say we were welcomed into her home would be an understatement. Instead, she and her entire family—including her parents, his parents, and a bevy of pets—embraced us as we all oohed and aahed over her stunning new Cambria kitchen. It was an experience we won’t soon forget. And next, it’s on to Act II—the master suite!—so stay tuned. Just as gutsy, and having recently published an incredible memoir, is Alana Stewart. She is a beautiful example of inner strength and calm as she continues to grow and evolve with each new venture. Our visit with Alana to discuss her kitchen remodel coincided with a visit from friend Mariel Hemingway, among others. And in another first for Cambria Style, all of this took place during the shooting of Alana’s new reality TV show for E!. In celebration of summer, we’ve also filled our issue with whatever you might need to make the most of the season. You’ll find everything from picnic sandwiches to color tips to gorgeous table settings, and, of course, product picks galore. With that, I wish you the best for all that summer and fall have to offer. Cheers to that place and that moment that feels delightfully right.
My family loves warm baskets of bread for dipping on the table, and these bright and fun little linens will be a perfect basket liner.
LouAnn Berglund Haaf Editor-in-Chief
THINGS I LOVE
Post modern yummy-ness! Love this planter/vase/holder for whatever strikes my fancy. modernica.com.
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President/CEO Publisher Marty Davis Director of Cambria Style Editor-in-Chief LouAnn Berglund Haaf Executive Vice President of Sales, Marketing, and Business Partner Services Peter Martin Senior Vice President of Marketing Nancy Jerdee Vice President of Marketing Shelly Nelson
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