Welcome to Candid and Classy!
Hi, I’m Marie M., the voice behind Candid and Classy — a space where beauty, style, and self-care come together with authenticity and grace. I am currently studying to be a therapist, and my passion for helping people embrace their true selves fuels everything I do. I’m here to inspire confidence and empower you to build a stronger relationship with your inner self.
I’m also a fiber art enthusiast, an animal lover with two adorable dogs and a small heard of rabbits, and I’m working toward my esthetician license here in Michigan. I believe that fashion and self-expression can be both chic and eco-friendly, and I’m excited to share tips on creating a beauty routine that honors both your well-being and the world around you. Balancing my creative side with the science of beauty and philosophy wellness keeps me grounded and excited to share my journey with you.
Join me as we explore style, wellness, and sustainability—with a candid approach and a touch of class.
My First Time Using a Sewing Machine
There I was, barely tall enough to reach the sewing machine pedal, sitting at an old table with my mother’s 1960s sewing machine whirring in front of me. The exposed drive belt mesmerized me as it spun, and I couldn’t resist trying to touch it—just once. But my mom’s warning stopped me in my tracks: ‘Do not touch that, or you’ll lose a finger!’ I spent the rest of my first sewing lesson wide-eyed, wrapped in goggles and winter gloves, convinced the needle might break and fly out at me. By the end of that day, though, I’d learned something about sewing—and about facing fears one stitch at a time.