DIY, DIY Home Decor, Fall Season, Home Decor, NEW, Seasonal Décor, Uncategorized

The Best Fall DIY Decor Idea

Fall time is the best time and so fun to decorate for. I have a whole blog post coming soon to share all of my front porch decor, but first…

September 16, 2024

NEW, Spring/Summer Season

Accessories You Need for Your Pool

I know that summer is coming to an end, but here in the south the warm weather thankfully lasts a little bit longer! We’ve had our pool now for 3…

August 14, 2024

Home Styling Tips, NEW

How to Curate a Beautiful & Cozy Mahjong Table

Game night is one of my favorite ways to hang out. So when I saw mahjong come across my TikTok scroll – I was locked in! I’m totally the type…

September 4, 2026

Cleaning, Home Organization, Home Organization Tips, Mom Life, NEW

Simple Life Changing Laundry System

Laundry is the worst. It’s time consuming and never ending. We have a family of 5. Two of our kids are teenagers and our youngest is constantly changing into different…

May 10, 2023

Cleaning, Mom Life, NEW

Mom’s Friday Cleaning Hack

You know what’s the best? Waking up on Saturday morning to a clean house! This new weekly cleaning routine I’ve recently started has seriously been life changing for us. Honestly,…

March 3, 2023

Functional Beauty

Inspiring you to make your spaces organized, intentional, and elevated – because your home should look just as beautiful as it functions.

Hello! I’m Alicia Larie, the creator behind Functional Beauty. I am a wife, mom, and homemaker who is passionate about creating beautifully intentional spaces that work for your everyday life. Here you will find a mix of content centered around organization, home decor, and beauty – to help you create a functional home you truly love!