April / May 2012

*~*Check out what’s HOT in this issue*~*
Stars Willow Shields, Amandla Stenberg, Isabelle Fuhrman and Jacqueline Emerson tell all about being totally fearless…and what really went down on the flick’s North Carolina set.
Will the odds be in your favor? Be one of the first to collect them all!
Hungry for more? Hotties Alexander Ludwig, Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth spill their biggest love lessons. Swoon!
Snag a peek at the adventure, in theaters March 23, below…

WIN a stash of eco-chic treats
Go green all April with these Mother Nature-approved finds. Plus, one earth-loving lady snags $450+ of eco-friendly beauty products from Bloom.com. CLICK HERE to download April’s Eco-Chic Giveaway calendar.

Score FREE summer gear
12 (secret) signs he’s into you

Spring’s in full swing, which means we’re feeling extra flirty
This season’s ladylike silhouettes and garden florals are giving off a retro picnic vibe. We’re sharing how you—and your closet—can play along.
Sneak a behind-the-scenes peep at our April/May photo shoot below…
Study up on GL’s down-there guide to all your girly parts
Yep, we’re answering your most embarrassing below-the-belt Qs. Phew!

And the British-Irish boy band not only chats with us about their debut album Up All Night but (what else?!) girls. (Psst, you won’t believe the lie one girl told Harry Styles.)
Catch 1D’s music video for their single “What Makes You Beautiful” below…
It’s our big spring dance special!
We’ve got frocks that flaunt your fab features, ah-mazing manis and cute clutches to grab. Plus, 26 other beauty tricks to look flat-out gorgeous on your big night.

Hitting the road for spring break?
Lucky duck! But read our genius packing tips first.
Web links promoted in the issue
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Page 84: Win a Gaiam eco-friendly yoga mat
Page 90: Sew a Mother’s Day treat
Page 90: Get our delicious Cinco de Mayo party recipes here
Check back April 1st for all this and more!
The best prom after party ever
Take this quiz to discover your ask-him-out style
Pro stylists talk dreamy dresses, chic hair and pretty makeup
10 steps to an awesome summer
30 days to a spring break body
Dreaming of hosting your own show? Create a DIY style video for the chance to be featured on girlslife.com as a fashion or beauty vlogger!
A delish Mother’s Day breakfast in bed idea
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