Branding & Web · Maryland · Virginia · DMV

hello darling,

Elevate your brand.
Look like the business you are.

Strategic branding, websites, and creative design for growing businesses ready to move beyond DIY visuals and attract higher-value clients.

Trusted by nonprofits, service businesses, healthcare professionals, and growing brands across the DMV.

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What we do

Three categories. One studio behind them.

Find the service that fits where your business is right now. Every engagement is custom — strategy first, then design that actually does its job.

01

Brand Identity

Logo design, brand refreshes, brand systems, and visual identity development that give your business a confident, cohesive presence.

  • Logo Design
  • Brand Refreshes
  • Brand Systems
  • Visual Identity Development
02

Website Design

Small business websites, landing pages, refreshes, and strategy — built to communicate credibility and convert the right visitors.

  • Landing Pages
  • Small Business Websites
  • Website Refreshes
  • Website Strategy
03

Marketing & Print Design

From annual reports and brochures to social graphics and event materials — polished collateral that makes you look like the professional you are.

  • Brochures
  • Business Cards
  • Annual Reports
  • Event Materials
  • Social Media Graphics
  • Marketing Collateral
Amber Smith, founder and creative director of The Chantal AestheticKendrick, custom illustrator and technical specialist at The Chantal Aesthetic

Meet the team

Hi, we're The Chantal Aesthetic — a strategic creative studio for growing businesses.

  • 12+ years of professional graphic design experience
  • Specializing in branding, editorial design, and websites
  • Helping businesses transition from DIY to professional
  • Award-winning publication and report design experience

Proudly serving businesses throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the greater DMV area — with the kind of attention only a small studio can give.

Why clients choose us

A studio built to support your growth.

12+ Years With Creative Partners

A decade-plus of professional design — two designers, one perspective, in your corner.

Small Business Focused

Built for founders, nonprofits, and growing service brands.

Custom Design Solutions

No templates. Every project shaped around your business.

Strategic Approach

Strategy first, design second — so it actually works.

Who we work best with

The right fit makes all the difference.

A great fit

You're our person if…

  • You've outgrown your DIY branding
  • You want to attract higher-quality clients
  • You need a professional website that reflects your expertise
  • You're ready to invest in your business growth
  • You value strategic design, not just decoration

Maybe not (yet)

We may not be the right fit if…

  • You're only looking for the cheapest option
  • You need something completed tomorrow
  • You don't see branding as a business investment
  • You're not ready to implement recommendations

Client testimonial

"The team at The Chantal Aesthetic is bad to the bone! They get things done right the first time and always with style. For years, Amber has helped us bring our events, publications, and marketing materials to life with professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail."

Sylvia Alexander-Wall

President · The Ladies of Elegance, Inc.

Trusted partner since 2018

Let's begin

Ready to look as professional as the business you're building?

Let's create a brand and website that help you attract the clients you've been working toward. We respond within two business days.

hello@chantalaesthetic.com