Today we’d like to introduce you to Mar Imon.
Hi Mar Imon, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I’ve lived many lives in one. I was born and raised between Elyria and Lakewood, Ohio, and like many young girls, I stepped out into the world after high school searching for something—though I didn’t yet know what. I started dancing not long after leaving home, and by the age of 21, I had earned my nursing license. On the surface, it looked like I was figuring life out. But behind the scenes, I was battling cycles of toxic relationships, an unstable sense of identity, and a constant chase after things that never truly filled me—cars, clothes, men, status. I thought those things defined success and worth. Truthfully, I was just existing… numb, distracted, and disconnected from who I really was. I became a product of my environment.
But in 2020, something in me shifted. I felt an undeniable pull to isolate—not to run from life, but to finally meet God in the quiet. I had spent so much time surrounded by noise and people that I never truly had space to think or feel. So I listened to that prompting and started my spiritual journey. At first, it was small: setting aside time to talk to God, worship, and read. I was still dancing, still tied to the world in some ways, but I was also becoming more disciplined, more intentional. I started watching church online, reading Christian books, going in person, and slowly—beautifully—pulling away from the things that no longer served me.
And that’s when it happened—when God made the calling on my life clear.
He called me to minister. To teach. To pour back into other women who, like me, were chasing validation in empty places. From that calling, More Than Pretty was born—a faith-based community and sisterhood where I now mentor and walk with women on the journey of discovering their true identity in Christ. It’s about inner healing, purpose, and redefining beauty from the inside out. Not what the world calls you, but what God has already named you.
Since then, I’ve written my first book, The Virtuous Woman Handbook: A 21-Day Guide to Becoming Her, a devotional created to help women reclaim their power and identity through scripture and soul work. And this is only the beginning. God is still transforming me. I’m still evolving. Still becoming. But now, I’m walking in purpose, with clarity, and with community.
So if you’re reading this and feel like you’re too far gone or too lost—know that you’re not. I’m living proof that God will meet you right where you are. You just have to say yes.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Absolutely not! The journey has been anything but smooth—but it’s been necessary. Life with Jesus is nothing like life with the world. The world teaches you to chase status, possessions, image. But Jesus? He cares about your heart. He doesn’t measure you by what you have—He measures you by who you are in Him. And in order for me to truly discover that, God had to strip away everything that was superficial, everything I was clinging to for identity, value, or comfort.
When I started saying “yes” to Him, it felt like my world was falling apart. The more I surrendered, the more things around me seemed to crumble. That’s hard for anyone—but especially for someone like me, who was used to having things, being in control, and looking like they had it all together. I didn’t realize at the time that God wasn’t punishing me—He was positioning me. He had to break the false foundation I built my life on so He could rebuild me in truth. I was used to performing and pretending… He wanted me to be real—with Him, with myself, with others.
And to be clear, I’m not saying everything in my life is perfect now. I still don’t have all the things I desire. There are days I wonder, wrestle, and wait. Some days are better than others. But through it all, I know He is faithful to finish the good work He started in me. I trust that even when I don’t see it, everything is working together for my good and His glory.
So no—it hasn’t been easy. But it’s been transformational. And I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Because in losing everything, I found the only thing that truly mattered—Him.
As you know, we’re big fans of SkynDeep/More Than Pretty. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
More Than Pretty isn’t just a brand—it’s a movement. A faith-based community and mentorship space designed to help women heal, grow, and walk boldly in their identity as daughters of God. It was birthed from my own journey of transformation and discovery—realizing that beauty is not just what you wear or how you look, but who you are becoming through Christ. Our mission is simple but powerful: to teach women that they are more than the labels the world places on them. More than pretty. More than performance. More than their past.
We specialize in soul work—healing from the inside out. Through sisterhood, devotionals, Bible studies, mentorship, prayer, and purpose-driven events, we create a safe space for women to rediscover who they are, renew their minds, and restore their faith. From daily prayers to deep spiritual conversations, we help women not just look whole—but actually become whole.
One of the offerings I’m most proud of is my devotional, The Virtuous Woman Handbook: A 21-Day Guide to Becoming Her. It’s more than a book—it’s a journey. Designed to help women embrace the call to godly womanhood, it walks readers through 21 days of spiritual reflection, identity work, and action steps rooted in Proverbs 31. It’s fun, powerful, and practical—and it’s changing lives.
What sets More Than Pretty apart is our authenticity and transparency. We’re not here to sell a picture-perfect gospel. We’re here for the women who are in the process—for the ones still healing, still growing, still becoming. We create real sisterhood, rooted in Christ, where women don’t have to pretend or perform. They can come as they are—and leave transformed.
We offer more than community—we offer covering. Through our weekly Bible studies, one-on-one mentorship, prayer requests, spiritual challenges, devotionals, and our signature “Pretty Girl of the Week” features, we highlight women not for how they look but for how they live for God.
Ultimately, I want readers to know that More Than Pretty is a space where women are reminded that their value isn’t tied to trends, titles, or timelines. It’s anchored in truth. And we’re just getting started. God is building something beautiful, and I’m honored to be a vessel in it.
What were you like growing up?
Growing up, I was very quiet and reserved—but not because I didn’t have anything to say. The truth is, I was pretending. I learned how to wear a mask early on, how to be what people needed or expected while bottling up who I really was. I didn’t have a safe place to release my emotions, so I tucked them away and played the role. On the outside, I was composed. On the inside, I was loud—full of unspoken thoughts, deep feelings, and big dreams.
Creativity became my safe space. I’ve loved fashion, hair, and makeup for as long as I can remember. I was the little girl playing with Bratz dolls, dress-up games, and styling outfits for fun. Kimora Lee Simmons was my childhood role model. I admired her ability to be a powerhouse in business while still embracing motherhood and femininity. Her show Life in the Fab Lane fascinated me. Even then, something about that bold, balanced womanhood resonated deeply with me—and God has used those same desires and traits in my calling today.
Now, I’m the woman helping others dress their spirit in righteousness and purpose. But I still keep that creative side alive—I do a little makeup and styling on the side too. Because yes, we’re More Than Pretty, but we’re still pretty! I believe in being both—fully set apart and stylish, rooted in God and walking in confidence. From designing every graphic in The Virtuous Woman Handbook to curating visuals for my brand, I love combining beauty with intention. It’s who I’ve always been.
So while I was quiet growing up, I was never small. I was a girl filled with vision, even when I didn’t have the voice to express it. And now, I get to help other women uncover their voices, walk in their God-given identity, and become all He created them to be.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://morethanpretty.online
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