Get to know Michele Delory
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I’m Michele Delory, the owner of Modern & Minimalist and a Certified KonMari Consultant and Professional Organizer based in Toronto, Canada. My background is in marketing, primarily in the travel industry (a passion of mine that I try to incorporate into everything I do). However, my true passion shifted when I discovered the world of minimalism and realized my desire to help others live with less. While I follow the KonMari Method™, which isn’t strictly minimalism, I embrace a minimalist lifestyle that encourages mindfulness about the things I own and purchase.
I began my journey toward minimalism in 2016 and shared my experiences on Instagram through my account "Modern & Minimalist", which eventually became the name of my business. My love for interior design, home organization, and tidying grew from there, and I continue to inspire others with images and advice on Instagram. Since childhood, I’ve been naturally organized and tidy. I’ve also inherited an eye for design and creativity from my late father, a professional photographer. These passions now guide my work, where I help people transform their spaces and lives. |
Image by Elaine Fancy.
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My minimalist journey began when I watched "Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things" on Netflix, followed by reading "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering" and "Spark Joy" by Marie Kondo. The perspectives and methods shared in these works resonated deeply with me, and I realized that I already had a similar mindset, but Marie Kondo’s approach motivated me to fully embrace a minimalist lifestyle.
What drew me to Marie Kondo’s method was its focus on living with what "sparks joy" and serves a purpose, rather than living with nothing. This makes the method approachable for people who fear minimalism because they worry about letting go of too much. I love that the KonMari Method is influenced by Japanese art and culture, which I admire for its simplicity, functionality, and intentional design. I truly believe that living in a clutter-free home, filled only with things that bring joy and serve a purpose, can lead to a more peaceful, stress-free life. This is the foundation of the Modern & Minimalist philosophy I share with my clients, helping them create homes that foster tranquility and positivity. |
Marie Kondo. Photo courtesy of KonMari Media, Inc.
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In September 2017, I attended the KonMari Consultant Seminar in New York City, and by March 2018, I became an official Certified KonMari Consultant. I’m proud to be #101 in the world, and I’m excited to share my expertise by training others to declutter and tidy using the KonMari Method™.
As a Professional Organizer based in Toronto and a Certified KonMari Consultant, my mission is to help you live with the things you love and encourage mindfulness about what you bring into your life. I’m passionate about guiding people through the KonMari Method™ because I’ve seen firsthand the transformative magic that happens when you complete the process. I truly believe that time is valuable, and that living in a space you love can create a sense of peace and happiness. My goal is to help you create a home where you feel good, and where you can experience the joy of being in a space that truly reflects who you are. |
Michele & Marie Kondo at the KonMari Consultant Seminar in NYC on Oct. 2017. Image courtesy of KonMari Media.
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Group image of the KonMari seminar in NYC 2017. Image courtesy of KonMari Media.
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This was a photo of Marie Kondo and I at the first annual KonMari Consultant retreat last July 2018 at the Umstead Hotel & Spa in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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Some of the wonderful KonMari Consultants that attended the retreat who I had the pleasure to meet and connect with.
Some other interesting facts about me:
- I'm a mom to a very cool 14 yrs. old teen son who loves to travel (like me), plays rep and school basketball, and loves the Japanese culture just like me.
- My husband and I have been together since we were teenagers.
- I am a former Airbnb Superhost welcoming people from around the world to stay in my heritage home in Leslieville in Toronto, Canada as well being a former Shopify e-commerce merchant.
- I was born in Toronto, Canada and my heritage is half-Irish/British (Dad) and half-Filipino (Mom) which I am proud of.
