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Achieving an enchanted, storybook feel doesn’t require turning your living room into a castle—or replacing everything you own. A whisper of fairytale can live comfortably alongside modern furniture, if it’s layered thoughtfully.

There are places that feel like a pause—quiet streets, river reflections, and buildings that have stood for centuries. Places like Heidelberg, Germany. In this edition of Pretty Places, we follow Drew Scharfenberg’s experience in Heidelberg, a historic university town in southwest Germany where language, culture, and daily life intertwine in quiet, meaningful ways. Heidelberg has […]

The charm of French country decor isn’t perfection—it’s warmth, history, and the feeling that a home has evolved naturally over time. In the Spring issue of Pretty, we visited a welcoming house in California’s Wine Country where antique furnishings, well-loved objects, and collected artwork create rooms that feel layered rather than styled. Nothing looks overly […]

When we interviewed MasterChef winner and pastry chef Whitney Miller for the Spring 2026 issue of Pretty, she shared one of her favorite springtime recipes with us: traditional English-style scones with a Southern twist. Whitney adds buttermilk, which gives these tender scones a delicate tang and a soft interior—perfect with jam and fresh cream.

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When life feels loud, singer and songwriter Katy Nichole reaches for products that feel soothing, familiar, and genuinely comforting. In the Spring 2026 issue of Pretty Magazine, she shared a few of the beauty and self-care favorites she returns to again and again. This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through them, Pretty may […]

“There is nothing simple about being a beautiful blonde,” a communications professor told us while discussing Michelle Pfeiffer’s beauty for the Spring issue of Pretty. The observation captures something essential about the actress, whose appeal has always gone far beyond appearance alone.

In a world of influencer kickbacks and sponsored posts, it can be hard to know which beauty products truly deliver. In our “Ten Trustworthy Women” column in Pretty, we ask real women—from teachers to marketing professionals—to share the beauty products they swear by in their everyday routines. The results? A thoughtful mix of dermatologist favorites, […]

For our Spring 2026 issue of Pretty, we revisited the timeless charm of Elizabeth Montgomery as Samantha Stephens in our “Retro Inspo” column. More than sixty years after Bewitched premiered, Samantha’s style—polished but approachable—still feels fresh. To learn more about Elizabeth Montgomery’s life, style, and the legacy of Bewitched, we spoke with the world’s foremost […]

If you’re looking for spring wardrobe essentials that make getting dressed easier, wardrobe stylist Solita C. Roberts, founder of Style to Impact, recommends starting with five versatile pieces. Her approach focuses on comfort, versatility, and thoughtful design—clothing that quietly elevates everyday outfits. Here are five essential pieces Roberts recommends for effortless spring style. These spring […]