You Want
I'm Here For
Together We Will
clarity in the way your business takes up space, supportive design that feels true-to-you, and joy-filled processes that make this whole entrepreneurship thing way more fun
emboldening you to dream bigger, extracting unique visual experiences infused with your perspective, and trusty support that makes your growth feel seamless
unravel what makes you who you are and weave your story into brand and web design that makes your ideal audience swoon
The one woman show that is Café Au Lait
ENCHANTÉ, I'M STELLA
It was never my dream to be a big shot business owner. I’m a creative first. I love arranging fresh flowers and scouring for prints for a perfectly curated gallery wall. If I wasn’t a designer, I’d likely own a small, but bright coffee shop or concept store, filled with local artists and a never ending flow of café au lait.
I want to savor a slow, soul-filled life. Brimming with genuine connection and thoughtful conversation and daydreaming about what’s to come.
So I choose entrepreneurship (the soft version). Where sales calls are actually just coffee chats, processes prioritize creativity and projects mean more than the cash they bring in.
Your business, your vision, your brand & web design, your biggest dreams – they’re safe here. And I cannot wait to help you claim the success you’ve been working so hard for.
We’re in this together.
Here’s what matters most around here:
Unbrideled Creativity
Comfy Collaboration
Abundance & Growth
Be who you are, own your quirks, weave originality and personality into everything you do. I’ll match that energy, too. No restraint, fear, or filtering needed.
Wanna meet up for afternoon coffee? That’s what our meetings should feel like. Two friends, catching up, supporting each other always.
Every decision, every design, every conversation feeds into your bigger vision & how I can help you bring that into existence. There is SO much out there waiting for you.
Café Au Lait sits away from the hustle and bustle of entrepreneurship. To focus on intimate understanding and creative connection. A place where your return on investment is more than just money – it’s your vision brought to life, a platform to share your story, a bond with your people.
WHAT MAKES CAFÉ AU LAIT DIFFERENT
LOVE NOTES
“She will absolutely feel more of a friend throughout this process!”
“Working with Stella was a really lovely experience. She was very aligned with my brand, and passionate about healthy skincare. It always helps to work with someone who shares your enthusiasm for what you are doing. I do believe it impacts the creative process. She was great with any changes I would want to make, very flexible and easy to work with!”
- Amanda Adams, Bätn-e Beauty
“I could not have chosen someone better. Stella has brought all about my visions to life!”
“I have been a design student for almost 4 years and have been counting down the days until I got to begin my branding journey. Given that this was so incredibly important to me, I thought I'd get some professional assistance to help me put it together. From logo development to general layout, she has been wonderful. Stella has gone above and beyond to make my website a true reflection of myself and my work. I couldn't be more grateful!”
- Nicole Arruda, Nicole Alexandra Design
LOVE NOTES
MY INSPIRATION
You pull out a rattan bistro chair at the cutest little cafe as the sun illuminates the colorful seaside town in the south of France. A server approaches you as you tilt your head back to bask in the gentle heat and a familiar, “un café au lait, s'il vous plait,” rolls off of your lips. Soft conversation fills the air around you as people connect over sipped coffee – a culture of laidback warmth, a space to merge stories, and moments of connection that inspire our lives.
MY MISSION
It’s that culture that captivated me fully during my time abroad. It became a muse I chased wholeheartedly as I created a brand and website design studio on my own terms. I was tired of seeing trends prioritized over sharing unique perspectives. I was over feeling disengaged because “professionalism” came first. I was perplexed by rushed processes that felt like a design assembly line. And I didn’t understand why being strategic and impactful couldn’t also be soft and soul-filled.
MY PROMISE
When you work with Café Au Lait, it's like being invited to sit in the summer sun and chat about your wildest dreams with a friend. Ideas will easily flow and inspiration will spark as two true creatives work together to tell the most important story your brand has to tell – it's own.
THE STORY
The Roots of Café Au Lait
Now that you know all about me, I can’t wait to get to know you.
Share your vision with me and we’ll work together to create a visual identity & digital home that encapsulates it entirely. Feeling like I’m the brand and website designer for you?
