LIFE

From the iconic meet-cutes to the love triangles that ultimately divided TikTok (you're either team Conrad or team Jeremiah), Jenny Han has been changing lives and breaking hearts since 2006. And even though we can't be part of the Jenny Han Universe (we tried, apparently it's hard to teleport), we found creative outlets to connect us with our fave TSITP and TATBILB girls.

So get ready to channel your fave character and dive headfirst into the magical realm of creativity!

Lara Jean: Writing love letters

@theletteringstring

Take a page from Lara Jean's book and pour your heart and soul onto paper. Express your deepest feelings for a crush or write thoughtful letters to your besties. Get inspired by Lara Jean's whimsical style and add colorful doodles, pressed flowers and personalized stickers to your letter. (Consider turning it into a self-care activity and write love letters to yourself.)

Belly: Scrapbooking

@maditwyman

another one because i love this page so far 🥹

♬ perks x scott street - toriand

After all the incredible memories she made at Cousins Beach, Belly could use a scrapbook to revisit them—and you could, too. Dive into the world of gorgeous cardstock, polaroids and endless creativity as you curate your scrapbook. With your artistic flair, you could turn your mementos and designs into stunning keepsakes that are totally Pinterest-worthy.

Kitty: Photography

@amyycheah

Embrace your inner Kitty Song Covey and become a shutterbug. Grab your camera (we recommend getting a digital camera) and let the beauty of every day inspire you. After you master the art of this composition, your snapshots will become a window into your unique perspective.

Taylor: Experiment with Makeup

@hannahhennigar Mermaid core make up🐚🫧🧜‍♀️ • foundation skin illuminator from@lauramercier • concealer from @kosas • bronzer, on-the-glow bronze from @pixibeauty • blush from @flavedoandalbedo shade Rose • loose setting powder, shade Rose Laura Mercier • highlighter/eyeshadow from @@kvdbeauty • glitter from@@lemonhead.la • mascara telescope lift from @lo@lorealparislip liner shade iconic nude from @ch@charlottetilbury lip blush from @yo@youthforiame#mermaide#mermaidcorei#sirene#mermaidcorefashione#mermaidcoreaesthetice#mermaidcoremakeupa#makeuptutorialu#summeru#summervibes ♬ som original - leticia

Are you a beauty enthusiast who admires Taylor's flawless style? It's time to unleash your creativity with makeup and become your very own beauty guru. From bold eyeshadows to killer lip liners, experiment with fun trends that let your face become a canvas for self-expression. (Try these rhinestone makeup looks.) 

Shayla: Collage-making

@kimsterrrs

It's no secret that Shayla is the resident fashionista in Cousins. (Her outfit game was constantly unmatched.) Inspired by Shayla's vibrant personality and style, unleash your creativity through collage-making. Collect materials such as magazine cutouts, fabric scraps and photos to create a visual masterpiece. Or go digital with it and turn your fave Pinterest photos into an aesthetic collage using apps like Canva or Shuffles. (Hello, new laptop wallpaper!)

Nicole: DJing

@kimchia__ If you have any tips send them my way #learningtodj #pioneerdj #femaledj #rekordbox ♬ original sound - Kimia

As the host of the party, Nicole is good at reading a crowd, making her the perfect candidate to be a DJ. If your fave was Nicole, you should def pick up the art of DJing. From mixing tracks to creating seamless transitions, DJing is a fun way to ignite the dance floor. You can get started by downloading Serato DJ Lite and watching YouTube tutorials, or you can find an affordable DJ turntable on Amazon and register for an online course.

Who's your favorite character in the Jenny Han Universe? Let us know on Twitter @girlslifemag!

Slider and top image: @jennyhan

by Kukua Honny | 8/8/2023