Girls' Life Magazine

It’s your complete guide to a sweet, smart, sparkling 2022! In our Dec/Jan issue, the always inspiring Jayden Bartels dishes on everything from fearlessness to fashion. Plus: All the inspo you need to *sleigh* your style (sorry, had to), the sneaky secret to clear skin, real girls share how they are making a difference in their communities, 80+ fabulous gift ideas for everyone you heart (including your crush) and a v. solid argument against New Year’s resolutions (trust). Order now and we'll keep you shining throughout the season…and into an amazing new year.

XOXO Karen

Girls' Life Magazine

girlslife.com • WHAT’S TRENDING THIS FEBRUARY AND MARCH

Crush-Worthy Fun + Freebies • Bring on the love letters, rom-com rewatches and all our pretty prizes.

TRIPLE charm is taking over • Between their catchy crush anthems, viral dance combos and hilarious social media skits, sisters Amalia, Gabriella and Raena are a true, shall we say, triple threat.

CHOOSE A CANDY HEART, GET A SWEET READ • Bc there’s no love truer than a girl and a good book.

WE DARE YA: TRY A NEW SPRING FASHION TREND… EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK • Your closet needs a spring awakening (we said it!). Test out the freshest new shapes and textures—aka sequins, fringe and feathers—then watch your style bloom.

COLORING OUTSIDE THE LINES • Keeping it neutral? No longer the vibe. Your spring ’drobe features an artist’s palette full of shades and prints that simply can’t be muted—and why would you want to? There’s energy in the clash.

Long Live Lip Liner • Lip balm, gloss, lipstick, we love them all. But a lip without liner is like a PB&J sandwich without bread. Too tough to tackle, you say? Keep calm and line on…

BRINGING Boho Back • MOVE OVER BRAT—IT’S TIME FOR SOFT GIRL SPRING. SAY HEY TO RETRO SHAG CUTS, EFFORTLESS BEAUTY AND A FREE SPIRIT FEEL.

LET’S GET glossy • “Did you do something new to your hair?” –Everyone, the day after you try this.

Are you secretly sabotaging your skin barrier? • Complexion acting angry (aka redness, sensitivity and irritation)? It could be a sign that your face’s front line is out of whack.

RELATIONSHIP TROPES • IS IT TIME TO TURN THE PAGE ON THE LESSONS FROM OUR FAVE LOVE STORIES?

IS YOUR GUY FRIEND CRUSHING ON YOU? • HE’S THE JJ TO YOUR SARAH, THE LEE TO YOUR ELLE, THE HARRY TO YOUR HERMIONE. BUT IS HE SECRETLY HOPING FOR SOMETHING MORE?

HOW TO REPLY TO LITERALLY ANY CRUSH TEXT • All you need is their number—and these perfect responses.

Dear Carol

MAY WE PRESENT THE NON-NEGOTIABLE RULES OF FRIENDSHIP • THESE ARE THE SIGNS YOUR SISTERHOOD IS BUILT TO LAST.

READ THIS IF YOU’RE TIRED OF PUTTING OFF, WELL, EVERYTHING • We found your productivity (psst: it was here all along).

So you messed up… • Everybody makes mistakes. What’s next? Moving past the regret, repairing your rep and healing yourself.

ACTUALLY, YOU *DON’T* HAVE TO BE HAPPY ALL THE TIME • This just in: Things aren’t always bright and sunny—and that’s OK.

WHAT’S YOUR SELF-CARE STYLE? • YOUR CHEAT SHEET FOR TREATING NUMBER ONE LIKE, WELL, NUMBER ONE.

Have we become mental health obsessed? • As the line between selfreflection and overanalyzing is becoming increasingly blurry, girls are scrolling themselves into spirals.

YOUR FITNESS GOALS JUST GOT REAL • FORGET THE SORE MUSCLES: THESE ARE THE WORKOUT WINS THAT REALLY COUNT.

CALLING ALL THE sick girlies • Feel like <insert your least fave thing here>? Kick your ick with our hour-by-hour guide.

The GALS are all here • Because your crew is absolutely worthy of national holiday, Pressley Hosbach and her show us how to Galentine’s right

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