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Let’s be honest: if your dog exists, they deserve at least one completely unnecessary but extremely cute purchase. From cozy upgrades to things that exist purely to make you smile, these items are both practical and ridiculously adorable. You’ve been warned. These Amazon dog finds are guaranteed to make your sweet baby even harder to […]

At some point in the early 1980s, disco didn’t simply fall out of favor — it was publicly rejected. Radio stations staged on-air stunts declaring DISCO IS DEAD. Record collections were trashed. Entire playlists pivoted overnight. And along with the music, disco fashion was dismissed as loud, tacky, and hopelessly dated. By the time the […]

Of all the moments of courage in Gone with the Wind, perhaps the most stunning is the one in which Scarlett O’Hara walks into Ashley Wilkes’s birthday party knowing she will be judged — harshly, publicly, and without mercy.

If you’ve spent any time on beauty TikTok or Instagram lately, you’ve probably seen it: a reclining chair, a halo of running water, slow, deliberate scalp massage, and a person who looks like they’ve briefly left their body. This is the Japanese head spa — a treatment that’s been quietly popular in Japan for years […]

If 2025 was about soft-girl aesthetics and cozy nostalgia, 2026 is shaping up to be… a little weirder. In the best possible way. Trend forecasters are already pointing toward what’s being dubbed the “Extracelestial” aesthetic — a vibe that blends futuristic silhouettes, metallic textures, geometric shapes, and a touch of the uncanny. It’s not full-on […]

In Pretty’s ongoing “The Icon” series, we spotlight women whose beauty, artistry, and presence have shaped our culture — especially how we think about glamour and style. By that measure, Ella Fitzgerald belongs firmly in their ranks.

Let’s be honest: by December, most of us were just trying to survive. The last thing on our mind was fun school lunchbox ideas. Somewhere between holiday concerts, gift wrapping, teacher gifts, and the end-of-semester scramble, “thoughtful lunchbox moments” probably gave way to a Lunchable — or a cold slice of last night’s pizza, tucked […]

As much as we love being in the kitchen, we also love a charming place to dine. If you’ve spent time in the Birmingham area, as we did recently, you’ve probably heard of the Bright Star Restaurant in Bessemer. Opened in 1907 in Bessemer, it’s widely recognized as Alabama’s oldest restaurant—and unlike many long-running institutions, […]

These are the official rules for Pretty Magazine’s “Ten Trustworthy Women” Beauty Giveaway. By entering, participants agree to the terms outlined below. 🎁 Prize One (1) winner will receive the following beauty items curated from our “Ten Trustworthy Women” Winter favorites: Approximate total value: $68. ✅ Eligibility This giveaway is open to current and new […]

The Plan: Just One Little Primer I love a good surprise, but sometimes I know exactly what I want. I went to the Laura Geller website with one simple goal: finally buy the Spackle Primer I’ve heard so many great things about. The reviews say it smooths everything out, helps makeup stay put, and leaves […]