Skinny margs in a freshly-saged sunroom? Don’t mind if we do. Los Angeles-based hat maker Janessa Leone’s life at home embodies California spirit and style as much as her designs do.

Minimalist-inspired and perfectly modern, Janessa’s designs could make a hat person out of anyone. Her work is LA craftsmanship at its finest, earning a well-deserved cult following among fashion fanatics and the trend-averse alike.

Janessa’s hats are a staple for us this summer — as is her philosophy on food and approachable daily workouts. Get inspired by her laid-back vibe with these travel tips from last summer, then meet her at home with one of our favorite interview series….