16/03/2026
Hey there π
It feels like a good time to reintroduce myself for anyone new around here. Iβm Cartier β the founder and owner of Grace + Marie. Here are 10 fun facts about me (and the brand) you might not know:
1. I started this business in the kitchen of my share house back in 2017.
2. I never actually planned to start a business β it all organically grew from what was only ever meant to be a hobby.
3. Iβve lived in four countries: Australia, Kenya, England and Austria.
4. I went to boarding school in England for four years. Fun fact: Margaret Thatcherβs daughter went to the same schoolβ¦ not at the same time as me obviously π
5. Iβm a bit of a βfinger in all the piesβ type with a Bachelor of Journalism, a Diploma of Fitness, a Certificate IV in Nutrition and Dietetic Assistance, and a Certificate III in Frontline Management.
6. Alongside this business I also co-own a cafΓ© in Geelong with my sister - , come check it out sometime, youβll even find my candles stocked there - as well as instruct at .
7. Iβm a girl mum to a 4.5-year-old and a 2.5-year-old (who are wearing the most gorgeous handmade dresses in the photo by one of my oldest friends, πΌ).
8. Iβve always thought I have the coolest birthday as itβs halfway through the month, the year and the decade.
9. I have the Grace + Marie logo tattooed on my body. Commitment to the brand!
10. Recently I made a promise to myself to start βdating myselfβ β relearning who I am and making time to do things I enjoy. If youβve got any solo activities you love doing, Iβd love to hear them.
Thanks for being apart of this journey, whether youβve been around since the beginning or recently found me your support does not go unnoticed π€π€