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Our December/January issue starts hitting mailboxes and newsstands on November 21! Here's a peek at what you'll find inside...

EXCLUSIVE! From red carpets to Instagram to front row at New York Fashion Week, Peyton List is out-of-this-world stylish everywhere she goes. The star of Disney Channel's Bunk'd is going full-on interstellar as she shows off six amazing space age holiday looks. But that's not all: Peyton's also stepping into 2018 with a new boyfriend, new movies and new goals—and she's spilling secrets on it all.

It's a jungle out there
Thanks to cozy layers, unexpected accents and a tangle of textures, your wardrobe is about to get an animalistic update. A bit catty? You bet.

Red velvet cake
This luxe cupcake flavor is taking over our wardrobe this season—here's why you should let it invade yours, too. PLUS: *This* is how to toughen up your holiday party picks with just a few grungy touches.

It's a wide world
Skinnies? Zoella knows that those are *so* last year. Fashion fans the world over have adopted the season's ultimate out there trend: wide-legged pants. Love!

Keeping Up with Kenzie
Amazing dancer? Check. Fab singer? Duh. Crazy stylish clothing designer? Obv! Seriously, we're convinced there's nothing former Dance Moms star Mackenzie Ziegler can't do. And trust us, you'll be adding her Justice clothing collection to your winter wish list ASAP.

Best. Break. Ever.
Your 2018 lineup includes: Grace VanderWaal, PrettyMuch, Jessie Paege, New Hope Club and 14 other things to watch/read/listen to this break (and beyond)!

Power polish
The color on your tips can affect your inner energy. Meaning: A good mani is like a mood ring...for your mind. So, which color are you going to rock today?

Your *ultimate* in holiday beauty
What's more festive than ruby red slipper lips? Nothing! Get the look *plus* 13 other wonderfully winter looks to rock this season. 

Intergalactic glam
From a galaxy far, far away comes bold new takes on highlighters, facemasks and lippies. Yeah, you could say we're over the moon about it.

QUIZ! Will you have a boyfriend this year?
You've got your fair share of guy friends and you're currently crushing on a crop of cuties, but will 2018 be the year you *finally* find your bae?

Cheat codes
Education is important (but you already knew that). Cheating is a rampant issue at schools across the country, though. So what should you do when those less-than-honest students strike close to your classroom? GL weighs in.

6 things you should know *before* you ask him out
No doubt: The holidays can be stressful—especially when you add romance into the mix. Lucky for you, we've conquered every crush sitch you might encounter this break.

Be a coding queen!
One teen spent a week with supermodel Karlie Kloss learning how to code, and now she's a role model for the coding community. And guess what? Learning this web language is *way* easier than you think—real girl Sofia Ongele explains.

Be the change
It's an intense time in politics, but that's no excuse not to engage in them. Also not an excuse? Age. Five inspiring teens are using their voices to change the political climate—even if they can't use their votes...yet.

GIFT GUIDE ALERT
Pretty picks for all the girl bosses, foodies and bookworms in your life (and everyone else!). AND: Here's how to spread holiday cheer without spending a single cent.

How to become a mermaid
Bye, boring gym days! We've got the lowdown on what's on fire in the world of workouts (see above!) to help you spark your new fitness flame. Don't miss: The top 10 zen health hacks of 2018. 

PLUS!
Eight ways to nail your new year, how to handle every holiday party sitch ever and, as always, Dear Carol breaks down all your problems.

The free stuff you *know* you want...

Holiday wish list
There are few things more festive than the holiday season. The best part? Showing the people you love how much you love them—and showing yourself some love, too. That's why we're shelling out all the amaze prezzies you can win *right* HERE.

Cool winter reads
All we want for Christmas is a bunch of books and a cozy corner to curl up in. And we've got you covered with the first part (the cozy corner is up to you but we recommend piles of snuggly blankets and fleecy PJs!). We're giving away all the must-reads to 5 lucky girls. Go HERE to win.

Website mentions in December/January 2018:

*Don't see your link? Hang tight and check back in next week!

Page 6: Too many women are members of the #MeToo movement—including GL's own editor-in-chief, Karen Bokram. Read her story right HERE.

Page 27: Your prettiest party look (ever!), straight from the mind of Mackenzie Ziegler. Go HERE for the tutorial!

Page 58: Study break with these cinchy stretches—go HERE to get the tips.

Page 64: Foam rolling isn't just a fab fitness fad—it's actually an essential part in your workout routine. Find out why (and how to do it) HERE.

Page 66: The best barre routine ever? Yep, we've got it right HERE.

Page 75: Go HERE for all the Christmas playlist inspo you'll ever need.

A quick note from the editors...

Tell us what you *really* think about Girls' Life...and you could win big! 
We want to know all your thoughts on the mag—from what stories you obsess over to what stuff  you can't stand. CLICK HERE to take our reader survey and you'll automatically be entered to win a shopping spree! 

You asked...and we listened!
GL girls have spoken—and you want to see yourself (and more real girls, like you!) in the magazine. Well, we listened—and we've come up with tons of tiny ways that Y-O-U can appear on our next set of pages. Feel free to be creative, too—we want to see how you're living the life of a true GL girl, so share your pictures and thoughts on all things GL by tagging #girlslifemag and @girlslifemag on Instagram or Twitter. Not on social media? Just post your thoughts and photos right here in the comments!

Photo credit: Sean Scheidt, Pinterest, Instagram/Zoella, Instagram/KenzieZiegler, Grace VanderWaal: Paul Westlake, PrettyMuch: Simon Harris, New Hope Club: Derek Freske, Jessie Paege: John Hong, Sofia Ongele, Fun Mermaid Tail

by GL | 11/10/2017