Have you been in your home enough in the last 18 months to start to think about changing your decor or taking on a home improvement project? Today, I’m excited to introduce Haylie from HaylieRead Design, a local interior design firm. She is a local interior designer helping families like yours and mine fall in […]

Over the past few years, I’ve gotten to know Ciarra very well over the past few years and she is the licensed cosmetologist behind CFO Beauty! She is my personal hair stylist (I am picky!). She also works at Celestine Salon and Spa in Darien as a hair stylist and makeup artist in addition to […]

Hair. Make up. Decorating. A big surprise! Aneri’s sister wanted to surprise her with couple’s portraits before her bridal shower at Bolingbrook Golf Club that she was planning. She hired a hair and makeup artist and myself to give Aneri the pampering she deserves. Aanal thought through every detail that brought a simple elegance to […]

Saturday, April 24th, 2021 A quiet church library turned getting ready suite for the bride and bridesmaids. A select few in the room as guests arrived yet it was so quite you could hear a pin drop, between the tears and the laughter as Marea read the letter Arthur had written for her. His heart […]

If you are like me, it feels like this year has been full of heavy, soul-searching things so I’m here to bring a little cheer because it’s my birthday and I want to share the celebration! GIVEAWAY CLOSED! Congratulations to the winners! Grand Prize: Mini Portrait Session* from Danielle Hardesty Photography 3 digital images included […]

Giving Tuesday is an opportunity each year to support those in need locally, nationally and globally. ‘Tis the season for giving! This year, more than ever, more people are in need. I’m providing some amazing organizations that I would highly recommend and already support through DHP or personally. Simply choose one that combines your values […]

As I mentioned in my last post, small business Saturday is a great day to support local each year and help families grow their businesses! Here are just a few of my favorite local businesses that I think you should check out! Tiny Wife, LLC: A local couple that are true artisans in the woodworking […]

As a small business owner, this day means so much to me and every single small business you support. When you make a purchase from a local small business (or any small business), you bring a smile to the owner’s face, pay for a child’s art/music/sport class or in many cases help put food on […]

It’s that time of year and while things may look a different than in the past, generosity is still alive and well! There are 5 different categories to choose from (and some fall in multiple categories): Danielle’s Favorites: these are some of my favorite items that I’m sure someone on your list would love! Leah’s […]

As a former teacher and childcare professional, I know a thing or two about kids and these 5 tips will help your photo session (and preparation) go a little smoother! Explain what will happen in advance (preferably not in the car on the way to your session). Once you have confirmed your session is a […]