I love living out of a suitcase ~ traveling the globe in a continuous exploration of other cultures, collecting art and textiles that speak to me through their organic beauty and artistry. I grew up an Army brat and wherever we lived, my mother filled our home with the art, crafts and home furnishings that captured the essence of local culture. I developed a lifelong appreciation for the feeling you get when you’re in a room that reflects your life’s experiences through the treasures you’ve gathered along the way. With The Loaded Trunk, I share that passion with others, taking them on an adventure they can enjoy without a passport – and helping them define their own personal style. I look for uncommonly cool items that can create a warm and uniquely beautiful atmosphere.I live in an eclectic mix of old and new, vintage and contemporary. I shop globally not in a quest for antiques, but rather in pursuit of skilled artistry and craftsmanship, believing it’s important to keep alive the centuries-old techniques and traditions I see during my travels. At the same time, I search for new interpretations of old traditions, often finding burgeoning “hot spots” of artists and designers with whom to collaborate with.