Privacy Policy

GENERAL

Lace and Belle (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “I”), operated by MLShaughnessy Designs d/b/a Lace and Belle Designs, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit https://www.laceandbelle.com, make a purchase, or otherwise interact with our services.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

WHO WE ARE

Lace and Belle is a custom wedding stationery and design studio based in New Jersey and serving clients along the east coast and beyond. Our site features an online portfolio and journal/blog content where users can view wedding inspiration, read articles on various stationery/etiquette/wedding related topics, as well as contact forms and product/service listings.

WHO CAN USE THIS SITE

To access or use this site, you must be at least 18 years old and able to enter into a legally binding agreement. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from anyone under 18 years of age.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as the following:

• Complete and submit a contact form
• Make a purchase directly or through our Etsy shop
• Sign up/opt-in to our email list or newsletter
• Enter a giveaway, survey, or promotion
• Communicate/interact with us via third-party social media sites or via email

Types of information collected may include:

• Full name
• Email address
• Mailing address
• Phone number
• Payment details (via third-party payment processors)
• Any other personal details provided via contact forms and/or email

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the personal information provided to:

• Fulfill your orders and deliver services
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer service
• Communicate with you about new products, promotions, blog posts, etc.
• Improve our website, offerings, and overall client experience
• Conduct promotions, giveaways, or surveys
• Enforce our terms and conditions
• Comply with legal obligations

INFORMATION SHARING

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with:

• Service providers and contractors who assist with website operation, marketing, or order fulfillment (e.g., Flodesk, Google Analytics, Etsy, design assistants)
• Social and public platforms, when you engage in public areas like blog comments
• Legal or regulatory authorities, if required by law

All third-party vendors are required to maintain the confidentiality of your information.

COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, monitor site performance, and understand usage trends. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time, although doing so may affect functionality.

EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS

You can opt out of receiving marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the footer of our emails. However, you will still receive transactional emails related to purchases, order confirmations, or important service updates.

DATA RETENTION & INTERNATIONAL USERS

Your information is stored as long as necessary for business or legal purposes. Lace and Belle is based in the United States. By using our services, you consent to the processing of your data in the U.S., which may have different privacy laws than your country of residence.

SECURITY

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information, but no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and take appropriate precautions when sharing information online.

REFUSAL OF SERVICE(S)

We reserve the right to refuse service to any individual or entity at our sole discretion. Orders are not considered accepted until both a client agreement is signed and payment is received.

CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS, & RETURNS

Due to the custom and creative nature of our work, all sales are final. In the event of a cancelled event, Lace and Belle is not responsible for rebooking or issuing refunds for completed design work. Refunds or partial forgiveness of the balance owed are at our sole discretion.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All design work, text, logos, and media on this site are the intellectual property of Lace and Belle, unless otherwise noted (e.g., credited photography). You may not reproduce, republish, or distribute any material without prior written consent.

THIRD PARTY LINKS

Our website may include links to external sites such as Pinterest, Etsy, or Instagram. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of those third-party websites. Please review their policies independently.

POLICY UPDATES

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes to our practices or for other legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. The most recent version will always be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us: hello@laceandbelle.com

This document was last revised on June 11, 2025.