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Our amazing October/November autumn issue starts hitting newsstands and mailboxes on September 12! Here's a peek at what you'll find inside...

EXCLUSIVE!
Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes of Dance Moms? Show star Kendall Vertes gets real about all the drama, meddling mamas and, of course, Abby Lee Miller. Plus: Kendall shares her exciting plans for what's next (hint: diving head first into acting and singing!) and spills on totally cute BFF moments with Maddie Ziegler.  

Show us your GL! Want to see *your* face in the next issue? Take a pretty picture of your issue (or snap a selfie with the Kendall cover!) and tag it with #GLKendall and #GLgirl. Your snap might appear in the December/January edition!

Back in black
There's something so magical about an LBD. Join the dark side in crafty cutouts, one-shoulder stunners and boho gowns that look awesome everywhere.

The sky's the limit
These days, lo-pros are a no-go. Instead, reach new heights in punchy platforms—these sneakers, boots, heels and mules will totally elevate your shoe game. Trust.

#rolemodelstatus
Social media starlet (and Kylie Jenner's bestie) Jordyn Woods gets honest about how she conquered her body hang-ups. Now, she's giving you her tips so you can find the same killer sense of confidence.

Velvet underground
Get a little touchy with this season's totally tactile trend: velvet. From dreamy jackets to bold boots and chic chokers to skinny scarves, this luxe look works for every occasion (uh, can you say Homecoming?!). 

Perfectly Peyton
Disney darling Peyton List knows what it takes to get a good photo: hours of hair and makeup, plenty of Photoshop and several outfit changes. Not exactly a confidence booster, huh? Despite that, P lets us in on why you should stay positive—and just forget the whole idea of #flawless.

Capture the castle
Command your court with fall's fiercest fashions in one enchanting setting full of lace, dark blooms, brocade and, of course, velvet. With these looks, the throne will be yours in no time—and long may you reign.

Beauty goes bionic
This season, we've got our sights set on space-age beauty. High-shine manis and mega-highlight will give you a stellar look that's, um, out of this world.

Buh-bye, boring strands
Longing for long locks? Want to rock a glitter part? If you've got the guts, we've got the deets on these (and more!) amazing hair dares.

#thatmomentwhen your BGF is actually your BF
You two have been besties forever. You share snacks at the movies (which he pays for), he's constantly showering you in compliments and he has no problem getting gushy. Find out if you two are just good friends...or something a little more than that. 

Quiz: Are you more trick than treat?
Being bold is totally cool, but there's a chance your share-everything attitude is coming off more spooky than sweet. (TMI, much?)

First date flubs—fixed!
We've got date ideas, ice breakers, emjoi wisdom and so. much. more. Yep, you can consider this your playbook to all things dating. 

Take a chil pill, babe
Are you still thinking about the convo you had with your crush last week, or the fight you had with your bestie yesterday? Learn how to say sayonara to the stress.

"Leave my phone at home?!"
Truth is, there's power in confronting your worst nightmares. This Halloween, tackle these 13 scary sitches that—spoiler alert!—might not be as scary as you think.

Speak up
Get all the feels. Rachel Layer survived a violent attack and attempted rape. Now, she's sharing her story—and encouraging all girls to seek their strength.

Pay a little mind
When the going gets tough, the tough get meditating. Teenage yoga instructor Skylar Dearen shares how mindfulness changed her entire outlook.

WWBD?
AKA: What would Beyonce do? For starters, she'd probably say "thank you." Do as the Queen does with these funny reminders and easy ways to stay humble this season.

PLUS: BFF blunders solved, how to hack your fave Snapchat filter and the nail and lip pairings you need this season. It's all in the latest GL. Snag your copy now!

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GIVEAWAYS AND FREE STUFF!

All the chic essentials are up for grabs in our Fab Fall Finds! The best beauty products, rad plaid, gorg glitter—you name it, you can win it. CLICK HERE to check out the goods and enter to win on October 1.

Plus, don't miss out on our Teen Read Week—er, should we say, MONTH! We couldn't pick just seven stories, so we've got a new novel to win *every* day of October. CLICK HERE to check out the reads and enter to win on October 1.

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A quick note from the editors...

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 #GLgirl and @girlslifemag on Instagram or Twitter. Not on social media? Just post your thoughts and photos right here in the comments!

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Photos credit: Bella Thorne, Platform sneakers, Kendall Jenner, Giphy, Jordyn Woods, Rachel Layer, Skylar Dearen, Peyton List.

by GL | 9/7/2016