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Plaid skirts, chunky loafers, burgundy lips, and the perfect oversized sweatshirt: The best of late-’90s autumn style feels surprisingly right again. There was something wonderfully unfussy about fall fashion in the late ’90s. We wore plaid skirts with opaque tights, pulled on crewneck sweaters, carried leather messenger bags, and somehow managed to leave the house […]

Pearls, Parisian charm, and timeless style for your next gathering There are few names in fashion as instantly recognizable as Coco Chanel. Her signature palette of black and white, love of pearls, and timeless approach to dressing continue to influence closets more than a century later. But you don’t need designer handbags—or even a tweed […]

When we featured Denise Huxtable in our “Retro Inspo” column in the summer issue of Pretty, we highlighted some of the elements that made her style so unforgettable: oversized silhouettes, bold color combinations, statement accessories, and a willingness to wear whatever felt right rather than whatever happened to be trending. We also rounded up a […]

From delicate name necklaces to meaningful engraved bracelets, personalized jewelry has become one of the most thoughtful ways to celebrate a person, a memory, or a milestone. Whether you’re shopping for a graduation gift, a birthday surprise, a bridesmaid thank-you, or simply something special for yourself, these pieces add a personal touch that transforms jewelry […]

Affiliate disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, Pretty may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Our summer issue features not one, but two stories on Farrah Fawcett. Farrah seemed the perfect choice for summer because she was the ultimate golden girl of the 1970s. Her […]

“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.

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 […]

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 […]

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.