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Check out the new October/November issue of Girls’ Life starring Lumi Pollack

A smiling teenage girl in a brown sweater and blue skirt poses on the cover of the October/November issue of Girls’ Life magazine, surrounded by headlines about fashion, friendships, and fall trends.

Our October/November 2026 issue starring Lumi Pollack is in mailboxes and on newsstands September 22!

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EXCLUSIVE! Camp Rock 3 star Lumi Pollack is pretty much up for anything—like training with baby jaguars in Mexico (as one does).

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OUR FALL ISSUE

A young woman with long wavy hair sits on a wooden floor in front of a large soundboard, holding a red electric guitar. Featured in the October/November issue of Girls’ Life, Lumi Pollack wears a sheer top, dark dress, and fur-trimmed boots, looking thoughtfully at the camera.

Your autumn lookbook awaits 👜
Fall fashion forecast: cute with a chance of layering.

A person with long hair takes a mirror selfie, wearing a brown and blue striped button-up top and dark pants. The setting appears to be a cozy room with a sofa, cushions, a wooden dresser, and a mirror—reminiscent of the relaxed vibe often seen in the pages of Girls’ Life magazine.

The definitive guide to getting good (no, great) hair 💇‍♀️
We’re teaching you every blow-dry trick in the book.

Two people stand in front of shelves filled with pumpkins; one holds a large pumpkin in front of their faces as they lean in, creating the illusion of having pumpkin heads. Surrounded by hay and autumn decor, the whimsical scene feels straight out of a Girls’ Life October/November issue.

Signs your crush is crushing back 💌
Do they like you? Or do they *like* like you?

Woman with long dark hair wearing a white robe takes a selfie in a well-lit room with wooden paneling, an ornate mirror, and decorative items in the background—a scene reminiscent of the cozy features found in Girls’ Life magazine’s October/November issue.

Demystify your beauty routine 🫧
Scary beauty sitches, solved.

Two women pose and smile in front of a large mirror in a bright, modern room with big windows and city views—an effortlessly chic setting that could grace the pages of Girls’ Life’s October/November issue. One wears a black top; the other wears pink.

Friendship looks good on you ✌️
So *this* is how you can be the best bestie.

A cozy bed with floral and butterfly pillows, a green blanket, and books evokes the inviting charm found in the pages of Girls’ Life magazine. Above the bed is a gothic mirror decorated with plants and hanging dried flowers on the wall—a warm, nature-inspired sanctuary reminiscent of décor ideas featured in the October/November issue.

Your spooky room redo 🪄
We made your bedroom bewitching (no spells needed).

A woman in glasses and a cream sweater sits on a sidewalk with autumn leaves, blowing a kiss upward—a perfect scene for an October/November issue of Girls’ Life. Beside her are a brown bag and a drink carrier with cups, evoking the carefree spirit of Lumi Pollack.

QUIZ! Are you *actually* ready to date? 💓
Find out if a ‘ship is (fr) right for you.

An open vision board journal for 2026 with photos, handwritten notes, and butterfly stickers sits on a wooden desk alongside pens, washi tapes, and floral paper—reminiscent of a creative spread in Girls’ Life or inspired by Lumi Pollack’s vibrant style.

Your future self wants a word 🪞
Manifesting is easier than you think.

A woman in cozy pajamas sits on a bed holding a mug, taking a mirror selfie. The room is decorated with autumn-themed items, including a pumpkin pillow and warm lighting, capturing the perfect Girls’ Life October/November issue vibe.

Brb, getting our snooze on 💤
Our night routine is taking notes from Sleeping Beauty.

Three women stand side by side in fashionable outfits—a short cream dress, a black blazer dress with tights, and a long lace cream gown—posing against a minimalist gray and white background for the October/November issue of Girls’ Life featuring Lumi Pollack.

Everything you need to read, watch and listen to this fall 🎬
The ~charming~ Coven Academy cast spills their biggest BTS secrets. 🔮 PLUS: Heart-melting holiday inspo from our fave fictional fams. 📚 AND: A fall read that matches your fave jellycat.

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IN THIS ISSUE, YOU’LL ALSO FIND…

Sensitive sweeties, assemble 🧖‍♀️
Your skin says thank you.

Left on read? 👻
Our ultimate ghosting survival guide.

Booked, busy and…kinda stressed? 📆
This is your sign to take a breather.

The school secrets no one taught you ✏️
(‘Til now, of course.)

QUIZ! Are your wellness instincts on point? 🥑
Find out if you’re slaying the self-care game.

The girls are coming over 🍿
And we’ve planned the perf sleepover agenda.

PLUS!
+ Dear Carol on bad boyfriends, bestie jealousy and mom drama
+ Smart girl money secrets
+ The beginner’s guide to fall’s hottest lip trend
+ One girl’s story about how hiking changed her life
+ Eat your way to a better period
+ Your scorpio szn survival guide
+ Tiny ways to fully embrace fall
+ A hauntingly hilarious Mad Lib
+ All the embarrassing moments in Ode to Awk
+ Tons of inspo, fun and freebies
…and so much more!

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FREE STUFF ALERT

Don’t see a link? Check back soon!

A person sits on a curb among autumn leaves, reading a book, reminiscent of a calm afternoon featured in the October/November issue of Girls’ Life. They wear a brown top, blue jeans, and black boots. A brown bag rests beside them on the pavement.

WIN! Amazing Autumn Reads 📙
Permission to cancel your plans and curl up with a book? Granted. Enter to win a new cozy page-turner HERE.

A cozy autumn scene with four books, a floral-patterned blanket, a leaf-shaped bookmark reading BUY ME BOOKS, an orange pumpkin candle, and a small white pumpkin—perfect for curling up with the October/November issue of Girls’ Life or discovering your next favorite story by Lumi Pollack.

WIN! Happy Book-tober 🎃
This season’s vibe? No tricks and all treats (if by “treats” you mean free books). Enter to win starting Oct. 1 HERE.

A tablet with a keyboard shows a mood board. It’s on a bear-printed blanket, surrounded by glasses, makeup, a pouch, and brown textured pillows—including one heart-shaped and one gingham pattern—creating a cozy, warm-toned setting straight out of Girls’ Life inspiration.

WIN! November Fun + Freebies 🍁
As if you really needed an excuse to don flannel and rewatch Gilmore Girls. Enter to win our fall faves starting Nov. 1 HERE.

Three smiling young women lie on a patterned blanket outdoors in a circle, heads touching. White doodles of hearts, swirls, and stars are drawn around them, creating a fun, cheerful atmosphere that feels worthy of 2026 award winners celebrating their special moment together.

WIN! Our 2026 Period Awards ✨
Your cycle is about to get So. Much. Chiller. Introducing our lineup of menstrual MVPs. Enter to win them HERE.

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WEBSITE MENTIONS IN OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026

Don’t see a link? Check back soon!

Two women in cozy sweaters and scarves sit on a park bench among autumn leaves, smiling and toasting coffee cups. Both wear blue jeans and tan boots, enjoying a relaxed, fall day outdoors—just the kind of scene you’d expect to see in the October/November issue of Girls’ Life featuring Lumi Pollack.

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+ Allow us to spice up your OOTD HERE. 🍂
+ Plan the perf autumn picnic HERE. 🧺
+ Pop culture costume ideas for every squad HERE. 👯‍♀️
+ QUIZ! Give us your Starbies order and we’ll plan your next BFF date HERE. ☕

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+ Decor DIYs for your Friendsgiving party HERE. 🥧

PAGE 65+ Analog hobby inspo HERE. 🎨

PAGE 69+ Your new fave lentil salad recipe HERE. 🥗

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+ The dreamiest bed canopy DIY HERE. 💫

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+ Embroider your own pillowcase HERE. ☁️
+ Mocktail recipes inspired by our fave pop princesses HERE. 🎤

PAGE 77+ The yummiest s’mores dip recipe HERE. 🍫

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CREDITS

October/November cover (Lumi Pollack): Photographed by Mike Azria. Styled by Whitney Brielle. Hair by Zachary Morad. Makeup by Karly Ketelle.

Fashion (guitar): Photographed by Mike Azria. Styled by Whitney Brielle. Hair by George Fragkioudakis. Makeup by Christopher Miles.

Hair: instagram.com/itshollylc, Crush: instagram.com/khloee_reese, Beauty routine: instagram.com/kyliejenner, Friendship: instagram.com/katiefang, Spooky room: instagram.com/botanybindings, Quiz: instagram.com/taniabyday, Manifesting: instagram.com/littlemissmacaron_, Snooze: instagram.com/lifethru.angie, Amazing Autumn Reads: instagram.com/bookloveraly, Book-tober: instagram.com/kamrynleereads, November Fun + Freebies: instagram.com/kejiejt, Website mentions: instagram.com/wiktorialipiecc

Kathleen O'Neill September 18, 2026
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