Rachel Ashwell is a self-made businesswoman and creator of the Shabby Chic brand. There are now Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic Couture stores in Los Angeles, New York, Texas, and London. Rachel’s most recent books (published by Cico Books) are 'Rachel Ashwell Couture Prairie', 'Rachel Ashwell: Shabby Chic Interiors' and 'Rachel Ashwell: Shabby Chic Inspirations and Beautiful Spaces'. The author is based in Los Angeles, USA.