Hey Pretty Girl! Happy New Year and welcome back to the blog! January always comes with a lot of noise — new goals, new rules, new versions of ourselves we’re supposedly meant to become overnight. But this year, I’m approaching things differently.For me, 2026 isn’t about reinvention.It’s about refinement.I’m calling it a polished reset — a gentle, intentional recalibration of my style, my routines, and the way I move through everyday life. Not more doing. Not more buying. Just more[...]
The glow of my Christmas tree is up, the scent of pine fills the room, and my shopping list has officially begun. Every year, I curate gifts that feel thoughtful, timeless, and a little bit Pretty Prim & Proper — because the best presents always reflect the care behind them.This week, I’m excited to share the first five holiday gift guides designed to make your season polished, easy, and intentional. FROM THE ARCHIVES If you’re new around here (or just catching up), here a[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! It's been a while.As much as I love a structured blazer or crisp blouse, there are days when all I want is a cozy sweatshirt, but I still want to look put together. Whether I’m working from home, running errands, or organizing my pantry, I reach for soft layers that feel comfortable yet chic.Below are three sweatshirts I’ve been loving lately and how I style each one for everyday polish — from casual to elevated. Not to mention, they are all affor[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! One of the easiest ways to feel polished every day is by having a capsule wardrobe — a curated collection of versatile pieces that all work together. This fall, I’ve narrowed it down to 10 chic staples that make getting dressed simple, stylish, and stress-free.summer ease to fall chic seamless. FROM THE ARCHIVES If you’re new around here (or just catching up), here are some recent blog posts you’ll want to check out! #galler[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! Fall is my favorite style season because it’s all about layering, textures, and polish. This year, I’m leaning into a closet full of pieces that feel classic, chic, and a little fun & flirty—exactly how I define my style.Here are the staples I recommend for starting your fall wardrobe reset: from the archives If you’re new around here (or just catching up), here are some recent blog posts you’ll want to check out! #gal[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! As the seasons shift, I love taking a moment to reset my wardrobe with pieces that carry me gracefully from late summer into fall. The key is choosing versatile items that layer easily, pair well with what you already own, and feel polished no matter how you style them. Here are 7 pieces I’m reaching for this fall to reset my wardrobe: FROM THE ARCHIVES If you’re new around here (or just catching up), here are some recent blog posts[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog!I absolutely love athleisure attire. Although I love wearing athleisure wear, I don't get to wear it a ton. I only get to wear it for Pure Barre classes and on busy weekends. But here’s the secret—I never want to look like I just rolled out of the gym. My trick? Choosing the right fabrics, layers, and accessories so my barre outfit feels polished enough for brunch, errands, or even casual meetings.Here’s how I elevate my athleisure so it feels like[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! It's been about a month since my last post, but August was a busy month! I held my first style workshop last week (yay me!) and I spent the whole month of August prepping for it! Needless to say all the prep work paid off! The workshop was amazing and I'm so glad I took the time to promote it, educate my community a facilitate the first workshop of its kind in Madison, AL!September always feels like a fashion tug-of-war. The calendar says fall is coming[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog!August is here—and summer is still going strong. While some are starting to whisper about fall, I’m still fully embracing linen, slides, and sun-soaked days. But just because the weather hasn’t shifted doesn’t mean I can’t reset my mindset, my routines, and how I approach getting dressed.If July felt chaotic or like it flew by in a blur, this is your moment to pause and realign. Today I’m sharing my intentions for August, plus a few go-to pie[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! I just got home from an amazing few days in Anaheim, CA! It was my first time in Anaheim and it was such a great trip. I traveled there for a sorority conference (Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. just in case you were wondering). We got a chance to experience the wonderful weather, palm trees and a few hours at Disneyland. FROM THE ARCHIVES If you’re new around here (or just catching up), here are some recent blog posts you’ll want to c[...]