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! 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[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! I hear this question a lot "how do you always look so put together?" Although it is a question which I'm sure the person asking wants an answer for, I always take it as a compliment. Because I have been intentional about how I look and how I present myself to the world for year, I never really considered the fact that this may not come easy to others. In fact, I do it without thinking about a formula or how I do it--it has become a natural thing to me t[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! After a long hiatus, I’m lacing up (well, gripping up!) and making my return to Pure Barre. This low-impact, high-burn workout has always held a special place in my wellness journey. From the pulsing movements to the empowering community, there’s something about barre that makes me feel both graceful and strong.As I ease back into the studio, I knew I wanted to refresh my wardrobe...because putting on something I love adds just the right energy. It[...]
Pretty, Prim, and Proper picks for an effortlessly chic summer wardrobe.Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! There’s something about summer style that calls for ease—but ease should never mean sacrificing polish. As someone who loves timeless pieces with a touch of feminine charm, I’ve learned that the secret to dressing well (without overthinking it) lies in having a few go-to staples that just work. These are the pieces I find myself reaching for week after week—the ones that mak[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! When it comes to feeling put together, we often think about the outfit—what’s visible to the world. But as I’ve grown in both age and style, I’ve come to appreciate something even more foundational: what you wear underneath matters. Lingerie isn’t just about special occasions or dressing for someone else. It’s about you—how supported, smoothed, and confident you feel before you ever step out the door. And while bras and panties get mos[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! There’s a quiet kind of confidence that comes from having a few go-to outfits tucked away in your style arsenal...you know those looks you can reach for when you want to feel put together without fussing in front of your closet for an hour.Today I’m sharing the five outfit formulas I rely on when I want to look effortlessly polished. They’re simple, timeless, and easy to recreate with what you likely already have, or can shop below if you’re loo[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog!There’s something about growing into yourself that shifts your perspective on the little things—like lingerie. For years, I assumed shapewear was only for women trying to hide something. I didn’t think I needed it. My silhouette was smooth, my midsection didn’t need much support, and I figured shapewear wasn’t made for women like me.But with time—and a bit of wisdom—I’ve come to realize that shapewear isn’t about hiding, it’s about en[...]
Hey pretty girl! Welcome back to the blog! Let’s be honest—there’s an unspoken pressure in today’s Instagram-fed world to constantly show up in something new. But here at Pretty Prim and Proper, I’m all about curating a wardrobe that works for you, not against you—and that includes proudly rewearing the pieces you love.Because true style isn’t about how many outfits you own.It’s about how creatively and confidently you wear what you already have.Here’s how to master the art of[...]