The style I have always loved for Colette is traditional and classic, so when it comes to back-to-school shoes, I naturally look for those same details. L’Amour Shoes has been part of her wardrobe since she was a baby. Their…
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October 6, 2025
Timeless Baby Girl Nursery Decor You’ll Love
Designing a baby girl nursery decor for my daughter Colette was so meaningful and special. Before she was born, we lived in a rented house, and it was important to me that her room felt personal, girly, and full of…
August 26, 2025
Teacher Survival Kit Essentials That Work All Year
Every year I plan teacher survival kit pouches for Colette’s teachers. Normally I do this at the beginning of the school year, but continue gifting little gifts throughout that can be packaged as a small kit. Teaching is such a…
KidKraft playhouse makeover: Tips For A Charming Backyard Update For Colette! What does a dream backyard look like when you’re short on space, time, and patience for plastic overload (but you know your little one needs a place to play…
Outdoor fall family photo outfits set the tone for the timeless memories you’ll capture during this beautiful season. I’m excited to share outfit ideas and overall tips to help your family look effortlessly elegant and feel comfortable in every frame. Each…
A few months ago, we decided it was time to convert Colette’s convertible crib into a daybed and this is the one we bought. She had stopped wearing her sleep sack and began climbing out of her crib. I had heard this…
Since Colette was born, one thing I’ve consistently been surprised by is how hard it can be to find elegant baby shoes. If you’ve followed Coco on Fifth for a while, you know my personal style is very traditional and…
Like many mamas-to-be, I was very anxious about when I was going to deliver and how the whole experience would play out. It’s interesting because I felt like, for the most part, I cruised through my pregnancy. I never researched…
December 2, 2021
How to Plan a Garden-Inspired Flower Baby Shower
A few weeks ago I was blessed to have been able to celebrate baby P. with an elegant floral themed baby shower attended by my close family and friends. I wanted the shower to be filled with flowers and used…
November 29, 2021
PinkBlush Maternity Review
When I first found out I was pregnant, finding stylish maternity clothes was not something I was looking forward to. At first glance, I always found the options to be so cheesy. I really wanted to find brands that took…
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Bonjour, I'm Chanel and love sharing glimpses of simple, elegant ways to live life. Personal style, home, and motherhood. I'm a garden dreamer, romantic, and mom to Colette.
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