Today we’d like to introduce you to Brandy Waller.
Brandy, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
So it all started back in Houston, Texas. Yes, I’m a country girl, born and raised! Ever since I could remember, I have been a creative person. I cut, painted, and designed clothing pieces as a side hustle all through middle and high school. I taught myself how to braid and cut hair with shears starting on myself which led to me doing it for my peers. As far as the modeling and acting, I didn’t realize participating in the events and shows during high school was giving me that experience and I have always had that “hustle” mentality! I still have a VHS tape of a homemade Mtv Cribs my sister and I made on our camcorder! One thing my momma did teach me is that “if you want it, you gotta work for it. No shortcuts or thinkin’ it’s gone fall in your lap.”
It wasn’t until I saw the movie B.A.P.S., a 1997 film starring Halle Berry and Natalie Desselle, that I was able to hone in on what I wanted to create exactly. Within the movie, Natalie and Halle were waitresses at a Georgia restaurant who then decide to fly to Los Angeles for a music-video audition in order to raise money for their dream project — a business that combines soul-food dining with a hair salon. I’ve always had the passion since that moment to open up my very own spa, salon, and boutique.
Fast forward 2007 to 2014, I worked as an exotic dancer at night. Because I was able to work nights, my days were open and free to create! This is where the push of everything began. During this time, I elevated my hustle but my sense of self and networking. Working in the clubs, I met so many artists! I met aspiring rappers, singers, painters, hairstylists, and all! These same people were the ones who connected with me to model and act in my first music videos! The clubs’ income definitely with funding my goals as well!
So allow me to reintroduce myself! My name is Brandy Waller also known as Brandy Thee Prettii Face Bae, a mompreneur born and raised in Houston, Texas and now reside in the beautiful Alhambra, CA. I have two children, Alayah and Doh Doh, our shihtzu. who are the two reasons why I grind and hustle as hard as I do… I’m a single mom conquering the world! Lol
I’m finishing up my associate’s degree in business and then on to getting started with my cosmetology certification!
I model, act, and also own several businesses:
An online boutique
Revamp and wig customization services
Experience with creative directing and head of wardrobe, hair, and makeup on productions and sets.
Assistant script writer/editor
And…whew, chile…I could go on and on about other collaborations in between. I love to lead and make things happen for my babies and I to enjoy life!
I am determined to change the lives of those who are connected to me by showing them that it is okay to follow your dreams and to live in your truth. Just be YOU unapologetically! This woman that you see now is the rebirth of Brandy Waller. If you thought you knew me before, you don’t! You’ll have to relearn me all over again!
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Oh by far, it has not been the smoothest, however, I have enjoyed this process and have been learning more about myself along this journey more than ever. I would say the main struggles I have is perfectionism and being my own worst critic. I catch myself being so caught up in the details being on point before I dive into the point I almost self-sabotage. I have been learning every day, like Nipsey Hussle once quoted “Instead of trying to build a brick wall, lay a brick every day. Eventually, you’ll look up and you’ll have a brick wall.” I am reaching myself to continue to do a bit each and every day toward my goals and stay consistent. Before I know it, everything will fall in place! Trust God and the Universe!
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I am known to stand out for being just ME; real and authentic no matter what I delve into. I go for what I want with passion and drive. I mean, I am the number one role model in my daughter’s life!
Whatever I put my mind to whether it’s styling shoot, revamping a wig for a client, to walking the runway, or working with my boutique, I push for that ultimate end result; my vision to be able live in a world of creating and being able to take those I connected with along with me! To, again, change the lives of those I cross paths with along my journey by showing them that I am a living example that it is okay to go against the grain and follow your dreams and live in your truth to the utmost! I am literally manifesting and creating my own reality; living on my own terms!
If you don’t like any part of what you’re doing or circumstances happening in your life, you have to decide within yourself to make a change. That’s what I do and everything else falls into place. God and the Universe always has your back!
Alright, so to wrap up, is there anything else you’d like to share with us?
As I look at where I started to where I am standing today, others would say it was luck because I have survived and persevered through a tough life, but deep in my heart I know it was all just planning and preparation according to my God and my soul contract. Through all that pain and figuring things out on my own, it gave me a better understanding of self and how to move through this world accordingly. How to play chess…not checkers! I can honestly say it turrned me into a savage before Megan The Stallion made it a thing lol! I have been through battles within and outside of myself that many have not, but I am still here. I’m not kidding! “….and it’s not ego-driven, it’s not me boasting and bragging!”**
(**quote from Nipsey)
Contact Info:
- Website: itssimplybb.com
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/PrettiiFaceBae
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/BrandyTheePrettiiFaceBae
- Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/brandyywaller
- Twitter: www.twitter.com/PrettiiFaceBae
Image Credits
Photographers: Jang Images www.instagram.com/jang_images Tshots Productions www.instagram.com/tyshots1 Mua – Brandy Waller www.instagram.com/PrettiiFaceBae Hair – The Luxxe HairXchange www.instagram.com/TheLuxxeHairXchange Suit on Actor – Olympic Men’s Collection www.instagram.com/omcformal Bag – Bass Bae www.bassbaexo.com
