Ready to enter your that girl era? Here are 12 that girl tips to glow up your lifestyle so you can finally embody how to be that girl in 2026.
I still remember scrolling Pinterest late at night, pinning endless photos of green smoothies, Pilates studios, matching workout sets, and chic morning routines. I wanted to be that girl so badly. You know—the girl who has her life together, radiates confidence, and somehow makes everything look effortless.
But here’s what I learned: that girl energy isn’t about perfection. It’s about building small, consistent habits that align with your dream self. It’s about choosing to glow up from the inside out.
And bestie, the good news? You don’t have to wait another year to start. These 12 that girl tips will help you finally step into your that girl era right now.
✨ Before we dive in—don’t forget to grab my free Pinterest to Dream Life Guide. It’s your first step to glow up your lifestyle and actually stick to your dream goals this year.
1. Start Your Morning With Intention
That girl doesn’t hit snooze 12 times. She creates a morning ritual that feels dreamy and aligned. Journal, meditate, stretch, or simply sip your coffee in peace.
2. Romanticize Hydration
Forget boring water. Think infused with lemon, cucumber, or berries. Drinking water becomes an act of self-love and keeps your skin glowing.
3. Move Your Body Daily
Pilates, yoga, a hot-girl walk—whatever makes you feel powerful. Movement isn’t punishment, it’s a privilege.
4. Nourish, Don’t Punish
That girl eats with balance. Think vibrant salads, cozy oats, glow-up mocktails. Food is fuel, not fear.
5. Declutter Your Space = Declutter Your Mind
Your environment reflects your energy. Clean up your space, light a candle, and watch how much lighter you feel.
6. Curate Your Digital World
Unfollow accounts that drain you. Fill your feed with content that inspires you to embody how to be that girl.
7. Journaling = Glow Up Therapy
Even 5 minutes a day to brain dump, dream, or reflect can completely shift your mindset.
8. Invest in Tiny Luxuries
Fresh flowers, a silk pillowcase, or a pretty glass for your water. Small luxuries keep your glow up fun.
9. Dress for Your Dream Life
Don’t wait for an occasion. Put on the outfit, do your skincare, and wear the perfume. Become her now.
10. Protect Your Energy
Set boundaries. Say no. That girl knows her worth and doesn’t waste energy on what drains her.
11. Create a Productive Girl Routine
Productivity doesn’t mean hustle culture—it means working smarter. Plan your days, track habits, and honor your goals.
12. Believe Before You Become
The ultimate that girl tip? She’s already inside you. The more you embody her mindset now, the faster your dream life unfolds.
How To Be That Girl in 2026
Being that girl isn’t about copying an aesthetic—it’s about building a lifestyle that feels good and true to you. Pick one or two of these tips to start today, and stay consistent.
And if you’re ready for next-level accountability, grab my Glow Up Accountability Bestie Planner—your 12-week guide to routines, mindset, and discipline that will keep you locked into your that girl era.
Because bestie, your glow up is waiting.
Xo,
Chelsea Elise
