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

The szn of sugar, spice and everything nice

Fall Reads Giveaway • A fresh chance to win every day on girlslife.com? It might seem like a trick, but we promise it’s a total treat.

Fall Fun + Freebies • Throw on your fave flannel and fall head over boots for our adorbs autumn inspo.

READ THESE BOOKS BY CANDLELIGHT (FOR THE VIBES) • What’s that smell? Oh, just a cozy candle that perfectly matches your next read.

Your official fall playlist is loading… • Can we steal the aux for a sec? Bc brisk autumn walks, hoco GRWMs and evenings curled up by the fire call for the perfect queue.

MAKE YOUR Jacket THE MAIN CHARACTER • The key? Give your jean jacket a leading role, instead of something you simply throw on over your shoulders. When you plan an outfit around your outerwear, it makes the whole look feel more considered. And trust that whether you go with a traditional cut, a tailored blazer or a plush puffer…it’s a no-fail assignment.

WATCH YOUR Jeans BECOME WEEKEND WARRIORS • See ya, sweatpants. Later, leggings. For Sunday hangs, relaxed denim can easily sub in for all that athleisure—and look good doing it. Study up: Try a baggy or barrel-legged pair with cozy, oversized layers, or don a straight cut with a tweed jacket and sporty sneakers to nail that lived-in, casual vibe.

GIVE YOUR Skirt MVP STATUS • Denim skirts don’t always get the glory, but it’s time for that to change. Like their pants counterparts, they shine as smart outfit-makers, thanks to their ability to transform even the most basic of basics into a *lewk*. Let this be your cue to move that crisp mini or swingy maxi to the front of your rotation, k?

FASHION REVOLUTION • The core aesthetics of seasons past can’t come to the phone right now. Why? Because they’re dead. Long live finding a fashion vibe that feels like you in *this moment*—even if that’s not the mood tomorrow. Who says you have to fit in one box forever? It’s a new day, babes. Let’s. Get. Dressed.

Big bouncy hair, coming right up • Hair that falls flat? Not on this head.

THE GOOD GIRL’S GUIDE TO Goth Beauty • IT’S OFFICIALLY THE SEASON OF SPOOKY, SO GOING A LITTLE DARK AND MOODY IS TOTALLY BACK ON THE MENU.

What’s the deal with beauty drinks? • CAN YOU ACTUALLY SIP YOUR WAY TO CLEAR SKIN? WE’RE BREAKING IT DOWN.

THE CURE(S) FOR YOUR MOST CHAOTIC CRUSH

WE FOUND THE BEST WAY TO ASK OUT YOUR CRUSH… • SECRETLY MANIFESTING THAT DREAM DATE? TIME TO TAKE A DEEP BREATH AND MAKE THE FIRST MOVE.

GIVE UP THE GHOSTING (FOR GOOD) • Avoidant girlies everywhere: It’s time to ditch the vanishing act and try this instead…

Dear Carol

PSA: WE’RE REWRITING the rules of friendship

Help, I have the toughest teacher ever

Is *this* actually the end of social media?

7 CREATIVE THINGS TO DO BESIDES SCROLLING • A digital detox hits different when you have one of these ideas to fall back on.

Riding the Wave • Dara Reneé is making a splash—and we’re the fortunate souls who get to follow.

★★★ You vs.★★★ The 2024 Election • ONE THING’S FOR SURE: THIS FALL’S PRESI-DENTIAL RACE WILL BE...