“Chataigne's superpower is helping others feel seen."
- Rebekah Ingram, EP Daily Pop
Melissa Chataigne is a leading TV Host & Style Expert who inspires women to elevate their confidence from within and step out into the world and be seen. You've probably spotted her on television styling a transformational makeover, sharing red carpet commentary or style tips to millions of viewers on Live from E!, Access Hollywood, TODAY, Tastemade and many more.
Beyond style, Melissa has built her platform on authentic conversations about grief, mental wellness and embracing life’s biggest transitions with resilience making her a sought after speaker as she leads retreats all over the world.
Melissa has styled numerous celebrities and she has been featured in several publications including, People, Essence, WSJ and InStyle as well as a contributor to the L.A Times. With regular appearances reaching millions of viewers and over 250K engaged social media followers, she's built significant influence in the style space. This has led to impactful campaigns with Nordstrom, DSW, Estée Lauder, and Loews Hotels that drive real results.
Inspired by her late mother, she launched her ceramics lifestyle brand, OUI Carole. Melissa is a vocal advocate for empowering the next generation of women leaders through her work with Saving Innocence.
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How the story began
From beginning my career in corporate healthcare to working in busy newsrooms and producing and voicing fashion content for MSN, AOL, and more in the 2000’s, I’ve been telling style stories for a long time. I even interviewed a young Kim Kardashian when she was still just “the sidekick.” Over the years, I’ve dressed my fair share of celebrities — Niecy Nash, Cat Cora, Lindsay Lohan, Cheryl Burke, and many more — bringing confidence to red carpets and everyday moments alike.
But when my sister lost her battle with depression and died by suicide, it shatter me- but also work me up. Losing her — and then my mother from cancer made me reexamine my purpose. It became clear that my work wasn’t just about being an image maker; it was about helping women feel confident in how they show up, embrace every season of their body, and lead a joyful, intentional life with purpose.
I carry that mission into everything I do — from appearing as a regular style expert and guest TV host on Access Hollywood, E! Daily Pop, The Today Show to leading transformative style retreats or leading workshops on grief, loss and navigating reinvention. My journey in personal development led me to be unapologetic about helping others build resilience.
Inspired by my late mother, I launched a small-batch ceramic line, OUI Carole crafted to bring beauty into the simplest rituals of daily life.
For me, a life-well styled isn’t just about clothes — it’s about self-respect and showing up for the life you deserve. Today, I host, create, and serve women who are ready to do the same.
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I started dancing classical ballet at the age of 2 and toured professionally around the US. A ruptured Achilles tendon ended my dancing days, but the discipline & resilience made the woman I am today.
A stylist, host, ceramic artist, yogi-
She's a renaissance woman!
I was a Ballerina
I was tired of watching unqualified stylist living my dream so I got on the show as a model, learned the players and pitched myself. I was booked as a regular for 2 years and guest hosted Access Daily without an agent. Takeaway- make it happen!
I booked access hollywood without an agent
From losing my sister to suicide, caring for my mom through her end of life and navigating a painful divorce, I've experience a lot of grief and loss and turned that pain into power to help others do the same.
I turned pain into purpose
About Melissa
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what Can I Offer You?
Styling, Retreat, Collaboration
or Hosting?
Browse my recent work to see how I help clients elevate their wardrobes, define their personal style, and step into every space with confidence. From everyday looks to standout moments, your transformation starts here.
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Melissa Chataigne
My current fixations include:
Strawberry matcha
writing my first novel
I have 1 fab dog
Fave Band? The Stones
Dinner Parties, Toes in sand, Cafe life inParis
Live boldly, so when you arrive at death, you carry memories—not regrets.
Secret talent? Crochet
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