creative design studio
let's change that!
Are you hiding behind a brand that feels like it was pieced together at midnight with a glue stick and a Canva trial?
Built for Brilliant,
Big-Hearted Businesses
work with us
We're here to help you build a brand you're proud of and can't wait to show off!
The truth? You don't need another trendy font or a cookie-cutter logo. You need a timeless brand and a strategy that helps you meet your clients—plus someone to guide you through the chaos of building a business with warmth, clarity, and a little tough love!
We started Smith & Ivory Design Studio because we kept meeting brilliant, big-hearted entrepreneurs hiding behind brands that didn't quite serve them. Brands that were scattered and not quite at the level they wanted to be operating at.
We're Your Brand's Biggest Cheerleader and Coach, too
we're not just designers
—Michelle Gifford, IG Expert
Carisa doesn’t just design—she captures the essence of a brand. She’s truly gifted at what she does.
Carisa has been an essential part of my team for the past couple of years. Her ability to bring my brand to life—both visually and through messaging—has been nothing short of magic. She has an incredible gift for listening and translating ideas into a brand that feels deeply authentic and clear. Not only has she done this for me, but she’s worked with my clients as well, helping them clarify what they’re really trying to say and then turning that into visuals and messaging that perfectly represent who they are and how they want to show up online.
—Camille Pardo, Copywriter
The designs have me drooling!! Carisa captured my personality and biz energy so perfectly.
I can't thank Carisa enough—she is like a color wizard. everything is so beautiful I could cry! I'm finally looking like a legit brand and not thrown together. This makes me soooo happy!
—Erika Beck, LCSW
She took my vision and brought it to life with creativity, talent, and attention to detail.
Working with Carisa was an absolute pleasure. I LOVE how she developed my website and branding. Her communication was clear and prompt, making the process easy and enjoyable. I would most definitely work with her again in the future.
—Michelle Gifford, Instagram Expert
—Olivia Crystal, Nail Technician & Entrepreneur
When Carisa sent me the original concepts for my logos, I got butterflies!!
She understood what I was looking for perfectly, using a vision board I created on Pinterest. She is so talented and it blew me away to see what she was capable of! I asked for a few minor adjustments and she was able to not only make the changes, but make it cohesive with the rest of the design! I’m so obsessed with my new logo!!
—Linda H, Chunky Knit Co
They took 2 sentences I gave them and turned it into the most beautiful, stunning brand. Better than I even imagined!
I didn't have a brand in the beginning—it was just a terrible logo and random colors. The whole process was so easy and straightforward and my biggest regret was that I didn't spend money on this at the start of my journey. I cannot wait to get going!
—Dr. Sharla Clark, Founder of Clark Family Med and Clark Medical Cosmetics
Working with Smith and Ivory Design Studio has been an absolute game-changer for my brand.
The logo, website, and overall aesthetic are not only beautiful but also incredibly user-friendly and aligned with my audience. Her ability to translate abstract ideas into refined, upscale design is nothing short of amazing.
Beyond the creative work, she’s also been a dream to collaborate with—professional, intuitive, and completely in tune with what I needed. I’m so grateful to have found a designer who not only gets it, but elevates it. I can’t recommend Smith and Ivory enough!
You've got this. We've got you.
It's time to create a brand that works as hard as you do so you can show up with confidence and clarity!
