A couple of weeks ago I shared this post I wrote from a few years back and I think for many of you Chic readers, it was the first time you might have realized that I struggled with my weight for most of my life. Over the past 5 years (my 3rd pregnancy not withstanding)… Read more »
I, er, “inherited” these cake stands… which is my way of saying, I sort of swiped them from my Aunt Linda. The thing is, Aunt Linda has the kind of vintage collections that would make the guys on Antique’s Road Show cry they’re so awesome. Old paintings and antique dolls, every piece of Fiestaware ever… Read more »
If you know me, you know I love to rock a bun. It all started as a little ballerina and I just can’t quit the look. I love the versatility of the bun for work, nights out and let’s be honest, the chic “before bed” look. These 12 top knot styles got me thinking outside of… Read more »
I spent a lot of my childhood at Grandma and Grandpa Neeley’s house. In fact, most of my favorite food memories are inside that two room red and white house on a dusty street on the edge of our small town. The smell of coconut cream pies cooling in the bedroom (it was the coolest… Read more »
I just got a text from my big sister. Texts from my sisters usually make me smile. Sometimes it’s a funny video, or a photo to make me laugh, or a random Emoji we like to send because we think it’s hilarious to send a horse jockey, a mushroom, or a puffer fish because… seriously,… Read more »
This chair in my living room used to belong to Dave’s grandpa. We received the gift and always planned on having it reupholstered since it was several years old. But on the way to our house, this cool old chair literally fell off the truck and giving it a makeover became an even bigger priority. … Read more »
The first time I saw someone do this I had a small heart attack… I mean, it’s just SO genius how did we not think of this ages ago? I tend to set up self-serve bars at my parties and I always had a cute little bucket or glass for the ice but after… Read more »
I love the HollyBeth Organics story. As told by HollyBeth, 50 countries, 50 years and one serious epiphany later, she was inspired to create her own certified organic skin care line. As a natural beauty buff, I was immediately intrigued by the organic line, so I was thrilled when HollyBeth shared her secret recipe for a… Read more »
I love a craft that A: occupies my children B: uses up leftover supplies and C: occupies my children… did I mention that this occupies children? It does, and it only takes a few materials to create it so gather up your buttons, pom poms, stickers, or really anything that you can attach to… Read more »
This is another case of me falling in love with a can… then trying to figure out a clever way to incorporate it into a party! These cute little cacti can be used as a party favor or as a seating card and if you use the punny little tags I made for you everyone… Read more »
Back in 2004 when I was looking to name my events company, I stumbled across the word 'Chic' in an old dictionary. The definition was: “a fashionable lifestyle, ideology, or pursuit”. I fell in love with the word and the idea that chic is the pursuit of something better, prettier, or cooler than you are today. Chic isn’t a state of being or even a destination, chic is the journey you take on the way to something greater. ~Rachel
Question: From RJ in Los Angeles Hi Rachel! We had a gathering last night where quite a few kids (mostly toddlers) showed up with their parents. My husband and I are childless, but love kids and aren’t afraid of messes/things breaking, etc. But, one of the mothers made a comment about “another friend of hers… Read more »
