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ONSET

Who could resist a pic with this cutie? Not us! Here is some of the Seventeen squad posing with Shawn after a photo- (and music-) ﬁlled day.

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SHAWN MENDES

70 BAE NEXT DOOR The singer-songwriter on the pressures of fame, his dream date, and the one emoji he’d never use!

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• Musical Mentor Shawn brought one of his most prized possessions with him—an electric guitar he received from his idol, John Mayer.

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During the shoot, we listened to lots of John’s tunes straight from Shawn’s personal playlist. • Secret Past Shawn also brought his childhood friend Geoff to the set, which means we got all the scoop on the singer’s preteen past. We’re talking full-on skater-boy with a punk rock faux-hawk and braces. Whaaa?!? (Geoff didn’t show us photos. Pics or it didn’t happen, right?) ON SHAWN: (cover) tee, ATM Anthony Thomas Melillo; jeans, AllSaints; ring (worn throughout), Shawn’s own; (main photo, left) jeans, Daniel Patrick; (inset photo, above) tee, J Brand; jeans, AllSaints. Fashion Stylist: James Worthington DeMolet. Grooming: Kristan Serafino. Manicure: Michina Koide. Photographer: Matt Jones.

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• Major Goofball Despite his celeb status, Shawn acted like a totally normal 17-year-old dude on set. Between takes, he showed us funny videos on Twitter and had us in, well, stitches when he narrated a silly clip of two crocodiles eating each other.

HIFROMMICHELLE

so that last part isn’t true at all. But if you really want to get rid *Okay, of that greasy-skin feeling, go to page 44! TEEN DREAM COME TRUE! When I ~finally~ met New Kids on the Block, as an adult, it was like global warming: I had absolutely zero chill. (And yes, that’s a NKOTB coloring book at right.)

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MICHELLE TAN EDITOR-IN-CHIEF michelle@seventeen.com Twitter: @MichAnnTan Instagram: @MichAnnTan

COLORING BOOK: ALLIE KIRCHER. ALL OTHERS: COURTESY OF SUBJECTS (2).

am a firm believer in fangirling, aka the art of fuh-reaking out over a person, place, or thing that brings you unparalleled joy. I think it’s a great stress relief; it’s super-fun; and it clears up your skin instantly!* When I was younger, I was obsessed with New Kids on the Block. (History lesson: They were the 1D of my generation.) I picked up any magazine they appeared in. I watched every music video they ever made. And since this MUGGLE happened BC—Before Computers—I listened to their cassettes JOY My husband says this until the ribbon wore thin and snapped. But I was always pic proves that visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando, embarrassed to share my level of fandom because I didn’t want my classmates Florida, was the happiest day of my life—outranking even to think I didn’t have a life—or, worse, that I was the lamest of the lame. our wedding. I cannot confirm nor deny that statement. As an adult, I now unabashedly indulge in my random obsessions, which have ranged from binge-watching every season of Alias countless times to playing all my fave Ray Charles songs on loop. And I encourage folks to do the same because what I’ve learned is that unleashing your inner fangirl is another way of saying you are not ashamed of who you are. Our cover guy, Shawn Mendes (page 70), knows what I’m talking about. He is many things—cute, crazy talented, and quite possibly one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. But he’s also a huge Harry Potter fan and not shy about admitting he used to carry a wand around in his shoe. No judgment here: My love of Harry Potter is also Hagrid-sized. So much so that I conspired with my fellow Potterhead, Deputy Beauty Editor Marta Topran, to find a way for Seventeen to visit The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood before it even opened! (Turn to page 78 to see the magic we created.) Whether you’re loving a pop star, passionate about a political candidate, or really excited to learn some new programming skills—embrace what makes you geek out and let the world know about it. What usually happens? You’ll find people who breathe a sigh of relief and excitedly admit that they’re fans of the same thing too, then—boom!—a new squad is born. Here’s to your most epic fangirl-filled summer ever!

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Sabrina Carpenter The Girl Meets World star and “Smoke and Fire” singer, 16, dishes about her new tunes, geeking out around Miley, and making a difference.

Your new single has such a different sound from your first album, which you released just last year. What’s that about?

I think another year does a lot in a teenage girl’s life. I’ve really matured a lot. Now I’m trying to navigate my own relationship problems. I’ve channeled those experiences into writing my new songs.

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When I was really young, my dad would get haircuts at this place that was far away from our house, and I would drive along with him. During those car rides, he played classic Beatles songs like “Rocky Raccoon.” That’s when I really fell in love with the sound of older music, and my obsession has only grown over the past couple of years.

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I first created a YouTube channel when I was 9 so I could enter a singing contest run by Miley Cyrus —Hannah Montana was an inspiration. I met Miley through that, and I couldn’t even speak. I got a photo with her, but I was wearing a fedora, so I’ll never show that to anyone! Although, it’s probably on Google somehow. . . .

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A little girl named McKenzie will always stand out to me. She was going through some really tough times healthwise, and my song “We’ll Be the Stars” helped her through everything. It reminded me how much I can affect others just by doing what I’m doing. –JEN ABIDOR

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Ed Sheeran is obviously great at collabs, so I’d have to say him. And we’d get along because he’s British! This is random, but I’m secretly really into British culture—the accent, the history, everything. I’m dying to go to England, but I’ve only flown into the airport.

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Love those rare guys who are super-hot and totally sweet? This star of Independence Day: Resurgence (out June 24) will be just your type.

There’s one scene I filmed with Liam Hemsworth that stands out. It involved swimming through a huge pool of water filled with seaweed. It was exhausting. We had to lean on each other so many times just to get through it. And while our characters were bonding in the movie, Liam and I were bonding in real life. When we weren’t filming, we’d go out and explore the nightlife together in Albuquerque [New Mexico, where the film was shot].

You had to do a lot of your own stunts. Have you always been adventurous? Not at all. Growing up, I was terrified of heights. When we went to theme parks, I wanted to try the rides, but I was really afraid. Finally one day, my sister pulled me onto the Tower of Terror at Disneyland. I was so scared, but then I got a chance to realize how fun it is. Now I’m good with anything— I’ve even been skydiving.

What would people be surprised to find out about you? I’m a leap-year baby— I was born on February 29, so I finally had a birthday this year. I technically just turned 6! Since I rarely had birthdays growing up, my family would always make a big deal of it, which is something I’ve continued to do as an adult. I had four parties this year.

Are you crushing on any stars right now? Being an actor, I feel kind of weird having crushes on people in the industry because you end up meeting them. So I don’t have one at the moment, but I’ve definitely had a crush on Beyoncé in the past. I think everyone has had a crush on her at some point.

Tell us: How long would you last in an alien invasion?

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JUNE 24 Nick Jonas and Demi Lovato go on tour—aka all the Camp Rock feels!

JUNE 27 Need inspiration for National Sunglasses Day? Flip to page 28 now.

JULY 22 Send Selena Gomez some of that same old birthday love today.

JULY 30 It’s International Day of Friendship so go get emoji-nal with your BFF.

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These siblings from Austin, Texas, balance being HSICs (Head Sisters in Charge) of a mega-successful fashion company and being BFFs. by ANDREA STANLEY 17: You launched your company, Jadelynn Brooke, in 2014. Where did the idea come from? Brooke, 22: Lexi Lynn and I were

always talking about how annoying it was that Jade, who was still in high school back then, would steal our sorority shirts—every time we came home, they were gone! [Brooke and Lexi Lynn both graduated from the University of Texas, Austin; Jade is currently a freshman at Texas Tech University.] Jade, 19: Sorry, not sorry! I just

couldn’t help myself—they were the most comfortable shirts ever.

17: How did you make it happen? Jade: We started brainstorming. We have

our best idea sessions over breakfast at our favorite diner. Pancakes equal inspiration. Brooke: We came up with 12 designs.

Our parents own an apparel company and suggested we reach out to the places their stuff was in to let them know we were doing our own thing. Today we’re in over 800 boutiques and online. So many pinch-me moments! SISTER ACT From left: Lexi Lynn, Brooke, and Jade, in their own designs.

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Lexi Lynn: Now we also sell shorts, sleepware, coffee mugs, and key chains. And in June, we start selling backpacks.

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Lexi Lynn, 26: It got us thinking about how cool it would be to design graphic shirts with positive messages that inspire girls to be confident. We had always talked about how we could make money together—we were terrible at selling cookie dough for high school fund-raisers!—and the tees were something we felt passionate about.

We don’t really disagree about the big stuff. . . . Mostly we’re just so grateful we get to do this together. 17: Is it hard to work with your sisters? Brooke: Well, deciding

on a name had a few awkward moments. Jade: Being the baby

in the family, I felt it was only fair to have my name first for once! We also agreed that no one was “the boss.” We came up with titles like Chief Happy Director. [Editor’s note: That would be Lexi.] Lexi Lynn: We don’t really disagree about the big stuff, but put us in a photo shoot and we argue, like, a lot— from who gets to stand where to who actually gets to be in each shot. Brooke: To save the

drama, our parents are the tiebreaker! Lexi Lynn: Mostly we’re

just so grateful we get to do this together. Once we got a letter from a girl who said she’s trying to be a better sister because she admires our relationship.

It made us realize we’re doing more than selling apparel. So last year, we designed two tees where 100 percent of the profits went to The Young and the Brave—a foundation that helps families who have kids fighting cancer. We believe you should give back before you take. 17: You work on the line full-time? Jade: Yeah, we’re

basically group-texting about work 50 times a day. Since I’m in college, I spend about 20 hours each week on social media stuff. We love Snapchat (@jadelynnbrooke). It allows our customers to see the “real” us. Our hair isn’t perfect; our dance routines are not polished. It’s scary! 17: Where do you get your inspo from? Lexi Lynn: It can hit me

anywhere—a movie, a wedding. Jade gets inspired walking around campus, and Brooke gets a lot of ideas from her squad. Jade: When it’s time to put a design out in the world, it’s hard not to feel insecure. We literally scream out loud when we hit share on Instagram (@jadelynnbrooke) and hold our breath until the first comments come in. 17: Any girl-boss advice to share? Lexi Lynn: Remember

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SHIRT Anna Sui, net-a-porter.com. SWIMSUIT Anna Sui, Downtown NYC store. EARRINGS Jessica’s own. BRACELET Tamlin, ilovetamlin.com. RING Tilda Biehn, tildabiehn.com.

MODEL MOMENT Name: Jessica Strother Hometown: Northridge, CA Instagram: @jessicaannstrother Fave summer treat: “Cofee ice cream! It’s two things I love in one.”

DESIGNER MOMENT Label: Anna Sui Instagram: @officialannasui The scoop: The American designer, known for retroinspired looks, channeled the ’50s for her spring/ summer collection.

Roses Are

RAD . . . Bikinis are too! Add both together and there’s no stopping you.

Photograph by Tom Schirmacher Styled by James Worthington DeMolet HAIR: GAVIN HARWIN FOR ORIBE AT THE WALL GROUP. MAKEUP: CHRISTIAN M C CULLOCH FOR DOLCE & GABBANA BEAUT Y AT TIM HOWARD MANAGEMENT. MODEL: JESSICA STROTHER AT IMG.

FASHION BLOUSE ASOS, $51, asos.com

CHLOÉ

WRAP BRACELET Danielle Nicole, $38, macys.com

DRESS Express, $60, express.com

HAT Aerie, $22, aerie.com

Sun-kissed denim is keeping the ’70s vibe alive. Mix it with boho pieces, like a bell-sleeved top or platform sandals, and you’ll be golden.

ULLA JOHNSON

SANDALS Indigo Rd., $40, dsw.com

PANTS Miss Me, $100, missme.com

$100 & Under

HANDBAG Call It Spring, $40, callitspring.com

Look fire without burning up your budget.

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GRAPHIC

SUNO EARRINGS Guess, $18, guess.com

CROP TOP Endless Summer, $69, shopendlesssummer.com

STILL LIFES: BEN GOLDSTEIN/STUDIO D. STILL LIFES ST YLIST: SABRINA GRANDE. BACKSTAGE PHOTOS, CLOCK WISE FROM TOP LEF T: JASON LLOYD-EVANS (3); COURTESY OF ULL A JOHNSON.

PURSE Topshop, $55, topshop.com

SKIRT Boohoo.com, $30, boohoo.com

SANDALS ASOS, $41, asos.com

DRESS Pixie Market, $69, pixiemarket.com

It may be summer, but you’ll be thinking about geometry. One formula you need: bold prints + block heels + structured extras = 100!

SUNGLASSES Coco Loves Rome, $22, cocolovesrome.com

FASHION EARRINGS H&M, $13, hm.com

TOMMY HILFIGER

HAT Joe Fresh, $14, joefresh.com

TANK Beach Riot, $50, revolve.com

SWIMSUIT Tommy Hilfiger, $96, tommy.com

TOMMY HILFIGER

It’s all about that island life. And with vibrant colors, cool crocheting, and accessories made with straw or beads, your style will be jammin’.

CLUTCH Boohoo.com, $20, boohoo.com

SANDALS ShoeDazzle, $40, shoedazzle.com

SHORTS Vans, $40, vans.com

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HOODIE Vintage Havana, $70, vintagehavana.com

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FASHION

SUNGLASSES Crap Eyewear, $58, crapeyewear.com

SHORTS Aéropostale, $30, aeropostale.com

TOTE Vera Bradley, $68, verabradley.com

Patriotic patterns aren’t just for the Fourth of July. With metallic details, fresh shapes, and edgy touches, you can make any outfit red, white, and very you.

GIAMBA

STARS& STRIPES

SWEATER Billabong, $45, billabong.com ESPADRILLES GoJane, $15, gojane.com

@SEVENTEEN Cute #OOTDs for fresh fashion inspo all week!

SWIMSUIT Abercrombie & Fitch, $38 for top, and $34 for bottoms, abercrombie.com

BACKSTAGE PHOTOS: SONNY VANDEVELDE (2).

GIAMBA

TEE Forever 21, $11, forever21.com

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Throw Shade Like a Celeb Demi Lovato

Rita Ora

Next-Level Cat-Eye

Round & Retro

Mirrored & Sporty

Embellished Frames

The dramatic shape gets even bolder. (See Zendaya!) It’s like winged eyeliner without all the smudges.

Vanessa proves vintage circular sunnies are worth bringing back! They’ll add hippie chic to any outfit.

Reflective lenses really pop inside cool, casual rims. A plastic pair like Rita’s or an aviator shape is wheres it’s at.

Rhinestones (hey, Demi!) or other 3-D bling gives you serious style points no matter what you’re wearing.

A.J. MORGAN EYEWEAR $24, ajmorganeyewear.com

ZOOSHOO $11, zooshoo.com

EXPRESS $30, express.com

SWATCH THE EYES $75, solsticesunglasses.com

CLAIRE’S $13, claires.com

H&M $15, hm.com

RIVER ISLAND $28, us.riverisland.com

ICING $17, icing.com

WILDFOX SUN $179, wildfox.com

GASOLINE GLAMOUR $58, gasolineglamour.com

QUAY $50, lulus.com

LE SPECS $69, lespecs.com

CRAP EYEWEAR $56, crapeyewear.com

ARIZONA $20, jcpenney.com

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COCO LOVES ROME $18, cocolovesrome.com

MARC JACOBS $150, Solstice Sunglasses

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STILL LIFES: (ARIZONA SUNGL ASSES) STUART T YSON/STUDIO D; (ALL OTHERS) BEN GOLDSTEIN/STUDIO D. STILL LIFES ST YLIST: SABRINA GRANDE. BACKGROUND: GET T Y IMAGES. ZENDAYA, ORA, AND LOVATO: GET T Y IMAGES. HUDGENS: CHRISTOPHER PETERSON/SPL ASH NEWS.

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Find the statement sunnies that will add some star power to your look.

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FASHION

$50&Under Beach-Bag Buys

Straw Hat Betsey Johnson, $38, zappos.com

Everything you need for a day on the sand— with money left over for fro-yo. Photograph by Ben Goldstein

Wristlet

Havaianas, $20, us.havaianas.com

Swimsuit

Aéropostale, $16 each piece, aeropostale.com

Mini Speaker Triple C Designs, $30, gotriplec.com

Drink Float Rue21, $4, rue21.com

Embroidered Shorts H&M Loves Coachella, $30, hm.com

Sandals Express, $25, express.com

Sunscreen for Body & Face Sun Bum SPF 50 Original Spray Sunscreen, $16, ulta.com Clinique SPF 45 Targeted Protection Stick, $21, clinique.com

Aviators Foster Grant, $13, fostergrant.com

Misting Fan

Pom-Pom Tote Sole Society, $50, solesociety.com

Rugby Ball Sunnylife, $25, sunnylife.com

STILL LIFES ST YLIST: ANNA TOUPITSYNA.

O2COOL, $11, Bed Bath and Beyond stores

Key Carryall

Retro Vibes “Sunglasses switch up my mood. I’ve been digging round frames like John Lennon’s.”

“I bring everything with me everywhere I go, so the backpack trend is great.” BACKPACK Skinnydip London, $60, skinnydiplondon.com

Fashion POV

“Style represents what kind of person you are. I tend to go for clothes that are boyish—but I make sure I’m still showing off my curves.”

Jordyn Woods Insta star. Kylie squad member. Model. Sporty style slayer.

SPEAKER Beats by Dr. Dre, $230, apple.com

Finishing Touch “A cool patterned jacket is one of the easiest ways to make an outfit feel complete.”

About Jordyn Age: 18 Hometown: Los Angeles, CA Instagram: @jordynwoods Tech essentials: “I can’t live without my iPhone and my bluetooth Beats by Dr. Dre speaker. Right now, I’m playing a lot of Kid Cudi.” Social experiment: “I’m trying

WINDBREAKER Nike, $100, nike.com

where I post three pics in a

but I love the way it looks!”

Shirt Game “I’m really into concert tees and also any vintage ones I can find while thrifting.”

Beauty Routine “My everyday look consists of nude nail polish, black eyeliner and mascara, NAIL POLISH Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in Au Nature-al, $8, drugstores SNEAKERS Jordan Brand, $220, jordan.com (similar styles)

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Go-to #OOTD

TEE

“For the summer, I’m not a huge fan of shorts, so a baggy pair of boyfriend jeans is more my speed. Then I just add a bodysuit and some sneakers. Jordans are fun because of my name!” JEANS Topshop, $75, topshop.com

STILL LIFES: BEN GOLDSTEIN/STUDIO D. STILL LIFES ST YLIST: SABRINA GRANDE. WOODS, FROM TOP: NAOMI NISHI; COURTESY OF WOODS (2).

FASHION

How Do I WEAR THAT? You shared your fears and questions about pulling off the season’s trickiest pieces. This is how to do it, with a little inspo from your fave A-listers. “I know I’m not turning any heads when I roll out of bed and go straight to class. So how is this any different?”

Cropped Jeans

–MARYCLAIR, 19 You aren’t dreaming: Classic pj’s-inspired clothes are a thing! Try a matching set like Selena (dressed up with red lips and heels). Or experiment by rocking the top with

“I don’t know how to rock these without looking like I bought jeans that were too small.” –TORI, 18

Mixed Prints

Metallics

Rowan blanchard

“I’m worried anything shiny just looks like alien clothing.”

PINTEREST.COM/SEVENTEEN Score tons of summer style inspo.

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You’re not alone! But as you can see with Rowan’s floral dress and tiger shoes, as long as you find common colors, wearing lots of prints doesn’t have to be wild.

Metallics are easy as long as you pair them with something simple— like Solange does here. Going for a shimmery skirt and a solid top in the same color makes an #OOTD that’s out of this world in the best way possible.

Selena gomez

–GIANNA, 16

Solange knowles

–LAUREN, 17

“When I combine patterns, I look like I got dressed in the dark.”

Pajamas

Alexa chung

For fierce-looking floods, choose a cut that hits you one to two inches above the ankles. To prove you aren’t stylechallenged, do like Alexa and opt for polished and tailored pieces, like a blazer, a button-down, and flats to complete

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Best Neutral

White is the new go-witheverything color. ESSIE Coconut Grove, $9, essie.com

Best Pastel

It’s like a crystalclear summer sky in a bottle. OPI Nail Lacquer in Sailing & Nailing, $10, ulta.com

Best Bright Yellows can be tough. This one is candycolored perfection. SALLY HANSEN Miracle Gel in Gigabryte, $10, sallyhansen.com

Best Classic

The cat-eye of colors, this orange-red is timeless. CHANEL Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Espadrilles, $28, chanel.com

Best Girly

Finally, a hot pink that ﬂatters every skin tone. NAILS INC Coconut Brites Gel Effect in Chelsea Grove, $15, sephora.com

OBSESSED!

Your New

PEDI POSSE Never suffer polish regret again! With shades this cute, choosing a sandalworthy hue is a total day at the beach. BY MARTA TOPRAN Photograph by Jon Paterson Prop Styling by Allie Kircher

BEAUTY

“Who wouldn’t love diamonds on their nails? These are so fun and ﬂashy!” says Brooklyn, New York–raised Ashima.

Manis That

ROCK Reach your nail-art peak with these gem- and stoneinspired designs modeled by record-shattering teen rock climber Ashima Shiraishi. BY KATE FOSTER

Get to Know Ashima

Do you practice often? I climb four hours a day, five times a week. I do both sport climbing, which is with ropes, and bouldering, which is without. You’re also a big nail-art fan. What sparked your interest? When I was little, my aunt painted my nails all different

Your Tool Kit Gel-Like Top Coat NAILS INC Gel Effect Top Coat with Kensington Caviar, $15, nailsinc.com

Dotting Tool ESSENCE COSMETICS Nail Art Duo Stylist, $2.50, Target stores

Diamond / Use a piece of

CINA Nail Art Jewelry Decals Ice Sparkles Rhinestones, $13, sallybeauty.com

I feel a little more put together. on yourself?

4 / Repeat with

rocks, but it’s worth it. If climbing becomes an Olympic sport, I definitely want to compete. I want to keep pushing my limits and become the best climber in the world—and not just on the female side.

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top coat, tap it onto a rhinestone (the top coat makes it stick), then press the jewel to the silver part of your nail.

Limited

different shapes and sizes until the entire silver half is covered. Carefully remove the tape.

5 / Sweep on the top coat to secure the gems. Repeat on each nail. Photographs by Joshua Pestka

FASHION EDITOR: ADAM MANSUROGLU. HAIR: ERICA WHEL AN USING KEVIN MURPHY. MAKEUP: JOSÉ RIVERA, MAKEUP ARTIST FOR BENEFIT GIMME BROW. MANICURE: MISS POP USING CHANEL LE VERNIS. REAL GIRL: ASHIMA SHIRAISHI. ON ASHIMA: ALL CLOTHING, THE NORTH FACE. STILL LIFES: J MUCKLE/STUDIO D. PROP ST YLIST: ALLIE KIRCHER.

In March, you became the first female (and at 15, the youngest person ever!) to achieve the world’s hardest climb. How did you get into the sport? When I was 6, I was playing in Central Park in NYC and saw people climbing Rat Rock. I thought it looked so cool! It’s like dancing on a rock—and finally getting to the top is the most satisfying feeling in the world.

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Nail the Look 1 / Paint nails with

two coats of light gray polish. Let it dry. ZOYA Nail Polish in Dove, $10, zoya.com

2 / Pour a few drops of sparkly silver polish onto a paper plate, the corner of a makeup sponge. Lightly dab the JULEP $14, julep.com

Agate

Nail the Look

1 / Apply two coats of a sandy shade. Let it dry. FORMULA X the New Neutrals in Brain Power, $10.50, sephora.com

2 / With the dotting tool, zigzag a peach polish all over nails. Dry thoroughly. MAC COSMETICS Vibe Tribe MAC Studio Nail Lacquer in Blazing Hot, $13, maccosmetics .com

3 / Repeat step 2 with a brown polish. Let it dry. CHANEL Le Vernis in Cavalière,

/ Repeat again with . Add shine Stripe Rite in Best

“I’m obsessed with this look’s cascading streaks of color.”

3 / Dip the dotting tool into a dark gray polish, then create “veins” by painting curvy lines randomly across nails. Finish with top coat. SALLY HANSEN Miracle

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BEAUTY

Nail the Look

1 / Apply two coats of white polish. Let it dry.

MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Enamored Hi-Shine Nail Polish in White Snow, $18, sephora.com

“These were the most beautiful nails I’ve ever had—I’d wear this design every day if I could.”

2 / With the dotting tool or your fingers, press several glassshard nail-art stickers onto each nail (or cut your own out of cellophane gift wrap). UNISTELLA X GLOW RECIPE Glass Nail Film, $8, glowrecipe.com

3 / Seal the shards with a swipe of top coat.

“This pattern is one of my old eg favorites. Th

so flecks look the pretty with bright blue.”

Lapis Nail the Look

1 / Paint on two coats of creamy cobalt. Let it dry. SONIA KASHUK Knock Out Beauty Nail Colour in Roll With the Punches, $5, Target stores

2 / Dip your dotter into sky-blue polish and streak it back and forth across nails. Let it dry. OPI Nail Lacquer in I Am What I Amethyst, $10, ulta.com

3 / Time for sparkles! Choose a glittery blue polish. Swipe its brush across the bottle’s edge to get rid of excess, then make patches of glitter by dabbing it on nails. ESSIE Nail Polish in Loot the Booty, $9, essie.com

4 / Dip the dotting tool into a gold-flecked polish and tap it where you want more bling. Add a top coat. SMITH & CULT Nailed Lacquer in Shattered Souls, $18, Neiman Marcus

SLEEK & SHINE

Win the fight against frizz for * *Using Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine System of Shampoo, Conditioner and Anti-Frizz Serum, compared to a non-conditioning shampoo.

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FACETIME

STOP SHINY SKIN for good! Feel like you look greasy the second you leave the house? This mega-mattifying routine was made for you. BY KATE FOSTER

•Prep With Primer Swipe this stick on your T-zone to blur out pores and prevent slick skin. THE ESTÉE EDIT BY ESTÉE LAUDER Pore Vanishing Stick, $28, Sephora stores

•Lay the Base

Skin Care •Wash Gently Some intense cleansers are so drying, your skin produces extra oil to compensate. A mild formula clears pores without stripping skin. CLINIQUE Extra Gentle Cleansing Foam, $20, clinique.com

•Do an A.M. Scrub Matte makeup (see Step 2) can cling to flakes. A baking soda exfoliator gets skin super-smooth. BIORÉ Baking Soda Cleansing Scrub, $10, drugstores

•Deep Clean

DIORSKIN Forever Foundation, $50, dior.com

•Nix Shine No mattifying routine is complete without translucent powder, which sops everything up without cakiness. MAYBELLINE NEW YORK Face Studio Master Fix Setting Powder, $10, drugstores

•Lock It In A setting spray with white charcoal (which slays oil) keeps makeup in place and adds a final line of defense. BOSCIA White Charcoal Mattifying MakeUp Setting Spray, $38, Sephora stores

Use a clay mask once a week to draw gunk out of your pores— the one above purifies without leaving your skin parched.

Best Blotting Papers

FRESH Umbrian Clay Purifying Mask, $62, Sephora stores

SEPHORA COLLECTION Shine Only From Within Blotting Paper Compact, $8, Sephora stores

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This cute compact comes with a sticky cushion to pick up its blotters. Translation: No one will see those embarrassing sheets while you touch up!

MAIN PHOTO: BETH STUDENBERG/ THELICENSINGPROJECT.COM. STILL LIFES: J MUCKLE/STUDIO D.

Step 1

Liquid foundation doesn’t have to make the sitch worse. This one has two built-in powders to absorb greasiness.

BEAUTY SMART E!

easy ways to

WEAR COLOR Vibrant makeup is so in—but we know it can be scary to try. Our Beauty Smartie, Lisette, is here to help you go bold. AS TOLD TO KATE FOSTER

Aqua

COVERGIRL Perfect Point Plus Eye Pencil in Black Onyx, $5.50, drugstores COVERGIRL Supersizer Fibers Mascara, $6, drugstores

MY FINISHING TOUCH

then sweep a black pencil across my top

Sheer coral lips are so cool with a blue eye look. This stain’s hydrating oils give the perfect peachy pout. MAC COSMETICS Versicolour in Tattoo My Heart, $24, maccosmetics.com

a little. I finish with on my top lashes, liner doesn’t get covered up.

Double Cat-Eye

I give my wing an electric edge by layering a fun color right above it. My fave right now? Bright yellow—it’s so sunny for summer. I apply black liquid liner and let it dry completely. Then I use a vivid pencil to create the same shape against it.

MY FINISHING TOUCH Neon eyes stand out even more with glowy skin. Dot and blend a creamy bronzer under cheekbones and then add a highlighter above cheeks and brows. COVERGIRL Trublend Contour Palette, $12, drugstores

Two-Toned Lips

Cushion Matte Lip Cream in Wonderful Rosy, $8, Sephora stores BUXOM Wildly Whipped Soft Matte

COVERGIRL Intensify Me! Eyeliner, $9, drugstores LANCÔME Drama Liqui-Pencil Longwear Kohl Eyeliner in Soleíl, $23, Sephora stores

YOUTUBE.COM/SEVENTEEN Easy ways to wear colorful makeup.

Lit Lashes

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Photographs by Joshua Pestka

FASHION EDITOR: AEYUNG KIM. HAIR: WESLEY O’MEARA USING AG HAIR AT HONEY ARTISTS. MAKEUP: TRACY ALFAJORA USING CHANEL ROUGE COCO. MANICURE: MISS POP USING ZOYA NATURAL NAIL POLISH. ON LISET TE: (TOP PHOTO) DRESS, MARA HOFFMAN; EARRINGS, FOREVER 21; (BOT TOM PHOTO) JACKET, BELLE + SK Y; EARRINGS, GORJANA. STILL LIFES: J MUCKLE/STUDIO D.

COVERGIRL Ink It! Eyeliner in Aquamarine Ink, $8, drugstores

Teal makes every eye color pop. I smudge a soft colored pencil

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BEAUTY 1

CAMP

cool

Slay summer vacay (whether you’re at sleepaway or the beach!) with these shower essentials, fresh makeup tricks, and BFF bonding ideas.

BY KATE FOSTER

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MustHaves

Extender •Style Bunkmate give you a killer braid? Keep it intact for days by slipping on this cap when you shower. (1) LOUVELLE Amelie Shower Turban in Pink Geometric, $40, louvellewear.com

Shampoo •Serious After a day of swimming, you’ll totally need this potent cleanser, which rinses away chlorine, dirt, and even the stickiest sand. (2) TIGI BED HEAD Totally Beachin’ Shampoo, $16, ULTA stores

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Suds •Sweet Smoky campfire odors are no match for this peachscented shower gel. Plus, its aloe and vitamin E will keep your bod super-soft. (3) BATH & BODY WORKS Pretty as a Peach Shea & Vitamin E Shower Gel, $12.50, Bath & Body Works stores

Cleanser •Deep Apply your favorite face wash with this pulsating gadget to rid pores of sweat and grime. (4) FOREO Luna Play, $39, foreo.com

Softener •Strand The sun is no excuse for having strawlike hair. Condition with this to counteract dryness. (5) GARNIER FRUCTIS Grow Strong Fortifying Conditioner, $4, drugstores

Razor •2-in-1 As if you have enough room for shaving cream in a tiny shower stall. Use this razor instead—the blades are surrounded by cream, so you can prep and nix stubble in one glide! (6) SCHICK INTUITION Pure Nourishment, $13.50, drugstores

Photographs by Jon Paterson

PROP ST YLIST: ALLIE KIRCHER

Shower Caddy

How to Look

LowKey Cute

Your Pout • Perfect Stash this pink balm in your

Air-Dry Your Do • Why fight over your

on SPF • Spritz Hate slathering on sunscreen?

pocket for pretty lips all day. The scrub side keeps you kissable for your crush.

cabin’s single socket? This banana-scented salt spray creates surfer hair.

Meet this sprayable version, which has a yummy guavaand-mango scent.

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above my left eyebrow, so it’s not as full as the right one.” –Jillian, 18

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Catching a Break With Bella PEAK CAREER MOMENT: “Winning the 2016 World Junior Championship and landing a sponsorship with Billabong.”

FIRST TIME ON A BOARD: “I was 8. My dad, who is also a surfer, made me do it! But I didn’t start taking it seriously until I was 11.”

GO-TO SNACK: “Yogurt and bananas.”

MUSIC SHE CAN’T STOP STREAMING: “Florence + the Machine—and a little Taylor Swift doesn’t hurt either.”

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WORKS YOUR: Butt, thighs, hamstrings. WHAT TO DO: A Lie face down with arms and legs fully A extended. Gently lift your arms and legs so they’re about 6 inches off the ground. Weight should be on B your stomach. B Scissor your arms and legs for 15 seconds, then lower them back down. Rest for 15 seconds. Repeat. Do 10 reps.

Sand-Crawler Lunges WORKS YOUR: Butt, thighs, abs. WHAT TO DO: A Start by standing with hands behind your head, elbows pointed out. Take a step forward with your left foot, and drop into a lunge; your knee should be over your ankle. B Twisting from your waist, turn your body toward your front knee so your right elbow is parallel with your left knee. Return to start. Repeat on opposite side. Do 30 reps.

WORKS YOUR: Core, legs, butt, thighs. WHAT TO DO: A Start in a squat, with arms in front of your chest, feet shoulder-width apart, knees over toes, and weight resting on your heels. It should feel as if you’re dropping to sit in a chair. B With power, jump straight up; as your feet come off the ground, swing arms down toward your side. As you land, immediately lower back into a squat with arms in front of your chest. Do 5 reps; rest for 15 seconds. Repeat for 3 sets.

Paddler Planks

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Wave-Jumper Squats

WORKS YOUR: Abs, arms, back. WHAT TO DO: A Start in plank position, with wrists directly below shoulders, making sure not to arch or drop your hips. (Imagine balancing a glass of water on your lower back.) B Slowly extend your right arm straight out. Hold for 15 seconds; return to plank. Repeat on left side. Do 3 reps.

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PLAN A BIG GROUP DATE WITH FRIENDS! “Last summer, I took a job as a telemarketer—I was stuck in a room with no windows, all day, every day. On my breaks, I’d scroll through photos of my friends at the beach. It sucked! I decided to plan a squad concert outing at the end of the summer and started setting aside some of my earnings for my ticket. That way, any time I got sad at work, I could think about how my paychecks were going toward seeing my favorite band with my favorite people.” –Elinor, 19, Bronx, NY JUNE + JULY 2016 / SEVENTEEN.COM

(YOURLOVES)

I’ve already come out three times, first as a gay male, and then as gender nonbinary, which made me more comfortable exploring my feminine side with makeup and fashion. But I still didn’t feel 100 percent me. That’s when I realized why the labels weren’t fitting: I’m a girl who likes guys. I’ve sufered with social anxiety most of my life, and I always felt like people were talking about me or staring at me, but as soon as I identified and presented as female, it almost completely went away. Now I’m a normal teen girl. I got nominated to the homecoming court last year, and being in a dress and heels, walking down the field with my dad and all the other girls is a moment I hold so dear. I used to sit in the back of the classroom, but there I was, totally comfortable in my own skin in front of a stadium of people all cheering me on. I feel so confident now, and this is how I want to spend the rest of my life.

I always thought girls were beautiful, but I used to push those feelings away because I didn’t think they were okay to have. A couple of years ago, I was asking myself—and Google—What does it mean to be a girl who likes a girl and a boy? Am I normal? That’s when I came across tons of information about being bisexual. Through my search, I found out that a lot of other girls my age were out there talking about being as confused as I was, and I realized I wasn’t alone. In sixth grade, when I developed such a crush on a girl friend, I could no longer ignore the fact that I’m capable of having romantic feelings for girls as much as I can for guys. I started telling my close friends, and eventually my mom, that I’m bi, and it feels powerful to know that I just like who I like. This isn’t some kind of phase. I feel more energy and excitement every day now that I own who I am.

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I grew up as a girl, spent time as a trans man, and now I consider myself without a gender. Instead of being called he or she, I use they/them pronouns. As a kid, I didn’t really recognize gender stereotypes and roles as being accurate for me or anyone else; I thought they were BS. I was called a tomboy as a little girl, and then when I started to identify as a trans man, I heard, “You’re too feminine to be a boy,” because I like pink, stufed animals, and skirts. Four years ago, when I saw someone on Tumblr deﬁne queer as a person who has more than one identity under the LGBTQAI acronym, a person who is just open to anyone and anything, I realized, That’s me! Some people think queer is just confused—and yeah, I am. I’m confused by these “rules” society has for us. I’m choosing this identity because I do love everyone—especially myself— and this is how I feel most comfortable.

There’s a lot of talk about labels lately. But embracing your true self is the key to defining your happiness. by HEATHER VIGGIANI

When I was younger, I didn’t really vibe with my guy friends. I found myself agreeing with anything they’d say just to fit in. They’d say, “That girl is so pretty!” and I’d say, “Yeah!” even though I hadn’t noticed. Meanwhile, I’d never dare tell them about how cute I thought the boys on Degrassi were. So when I realized the reason I never wanted to kiss my seventh grade girlfriend was because I am gay, I not only came out of the closet, but I also came out of my shell. I no longer have to act like the person I thought other people wanted me to be, and that’s made me more confident in all areas of my life. But that doesn’t mean I’m going to let a label fully define who I am. I’m on the junior varsity soccer team, and I hear all the time, “You’re too sporty to be gay!” There are so many stereotypes about being gay, but I’m not going to put myself into a box.

I admire how some people look, but I’ve never had sexual urges—not even for guys I’ve dated. Lacking the attraction that everyone around me seemed to have made me feel like an outcast. I talked to my doctor, thinking maybe I had a hormonal imbalance, but I didn’t. When I opened up to my best friend about how insignificant having sex felt to me, and that I had never felt really attracted to anyone, she said, “Hey, that’s asexuality.” I researched it, listened to podcasts about it, and actually asked my 700 Twitter followers if anyone felt the same way I did—and some did! I wish I would’ve known about asexuality sooner. I wouldn’t have felt so weird, and I would’ve known this is fine, this is normal, and I would have been more confident. But it’s better late than never. This hasn’t stopped me from being in relationships, either. I’m in one now, but it’s about love more than sex.

In middle school, I had a few fake boyfriends—you know, the kind you have for two weeks and then break up with. Whenever I was with them, things felt just a bit of. Then I started to really develop a crush on a girl. When I was with her, everything felt 10 million times better. So natural; so real and fantastic. This is what I want, I realized. In seventh grade, I came out to my friends and my parents, and all of them are super-accepting. I used to feel so diferent from the girls in my class, and I wasn’t sure why, but as soon as I realized that I’m a lesbian, that feeling completely disappeared. I feel like a whole person now. Labels are important because they give somebody the sense of “Yes, this is who I am,” but at the same time, I hope these labels won’t be as important someday. As much as I do like talking about my sexuality, and as much as it’s a part of me, it’s just not that big of a deal. JUNE IS PRIDE MONTH! If you have any questions or want to talk to someone, go to itgetsbetter.org.

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He’s got your back—and he knows how to embarrass you! Four girls spill their “I can’t even” stories. by HEATHER VIGGIANI

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What may be more insane is that somehow—despite the fact that his first album, Handwritten, debuted at No. 1; his Vine videos have been looped more than 475 million times; and his Mendes Army is 9.4 million strong on Insta—Shawn and his public attempt at a home remedy are totally flying under the radar. Dressed down in black jeans and a T-shirt, without an entourage or security guards, the Canadian could be any guy you know from school, talking about his favorite book (The Book Thief, a recommendation from a certain girl named Camila), going to prom (“It sucked”), and his 12-year-old sister (“I’m still her stupid brother who she doesn’t have time for when I’m home”). It was a totally different story two nights ago at his sold-out show at Radio City Music Hall, where he commanded the stage. But unlike some stars, who just get up there and do their thing, Shawn, as you can imagine, made it feel like he was delivering the biggest and best group hug ev-er. You immediately felt connected—not just to his brainburrowing songs (we know you still can’t get “Stitches” and “Something Big” out of your head), but to everyone around you and to Shawn himself. Which makes sense—this is a guy who not only gets you, but who’s also open enough to let you get him. He’s not too cool to tweet about watching The Vow alone or to share a video of himself tripping over a mic stand. “As exciting as my life can be, it’s not because I’m a god,” Shawn says, working to reposition his athletic sixfoot frame to comfortably fit around a tiny table. “It’s just a different life. I still have those moments of, like, sitting in my buddy’s basement on a Friday night for four hours, not knowing what to do.” Yeah, we know you’d love to help him out with that problem. But

here’s a chance to get to know him even better first. Being famous comes with a lot of pressure. How are you handling it?

Puberty is hitting me pretty hard right now mentally. I’m just growing, and I have the craziest s*** going on around me while it’s happening, and it’s a lot to take in. I have moments where I’m like, “I don’t want to do this. This is too much.” But then the next day, I’ll be like, “I’m good. I’m ready for this.” I’ve always been a person who thrives in high-pressure situations. Growing up, I was always chosen to be the speaker for the kids in my group because I could handle the pressure the most, and I love that about me. I miss when I just had the pressure of having an essay due for school. I could go home, write it, and the stress was gone until I had another one due. Now the pressure and the stress stay for longer, and it’s bigger. Let’s talk about life before all this. What were you like in school?

I was really the most average guy; I had average grades and really close friends. I wasn’t really into music until ninth grade—and I’m only in twelfth grade now. As a kid, I played sports. I played soccer for six years, then I quit. And then, boom, I said, “Let me play hockey.” I taught myself how to skate, played for two years, then quit. I was thinking about going to college for architecture. Then I picked up the guitar at 14. Were you known as a music guy?

I took music classes, but it wasn’t until the Vine and YouTube stuff that people started being like, “Oh, what song is he doing?” And then it was more like, “Shawn’s a weirdo. What is he trying to do? Does he think he’s going to be Justin Bieber or something?” Well, you’re both Canadian, but you don’t have much in common musically.

He’s great. When I was a kid, he was my No. 1 and I wanted to be like him. But I’ve grown into what I want to be. Going back to when I first posted

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THE S H AW N E DI TION HIS BEST ADVICE TO GIRLS ABOUT GUYS: Probably that not all guys are as nice as I am. I’m kidding . . . kind of. Just follow your heart. If you think he’s a good guy, he’s probably a good guy. But usually, the first guy or girl you meet is probably not The One. But you also don’t want to assume they’re not, you know? Just enjoy it for what it is, take your time, and if it doesn’t work out it, it doesn’t work out.

circumstances. Whenever I’m like, Oh, my God, I can’t do this, I’ll immediately be like, Shut up, Shawn. You got this. How did you get so comfortable sharing your dorky side online?

Most guys don’t express their emotions, but growing up, I was surrounded by girls. I have only one boy cousin. I had no one tell me, “Don’t say that, you’re a wimp for saying that.” So it’s always been really easy for me to express my emotions. It’s so important to me to open myself up to people and give them all they need. If people are going to like me, I want them to like me for who I am. Besides, musicians get a bit of a pass. We’re allowed to show our sensitive side.

learning from. The best moments in my life that I’ve had with my friends, I can remember John Mayer in the background. But I’m going to keep writing until I feel I’m ready to release the album. I have songs about growing up, about ex-relationships— ex-relationship, I should say. I haven’t had relationships. A couple of songs about relationships with girls since fame. Have you had many of those?

No, no. Just the way people act. There are really cool stories that are not necessarily from my heart that I’m dying to talk about. So have you ever had your heart broken?

What can you tell us about your next album?

No . . . but you can’t avoid it.

It’s a mix of pop and like a John Mayer– and–Ed Sheeran acoustic feel all in one. My friends and I think John Mayer is this music god who we’ve grown up

Have you ever broken someone’s heart?

I think I have. That’s worse, almost. There’s a song about that.

SHOULD A GIRL KEEP TEXTING OR CALLING A GUY IF SHE DOESN’T HEAR BACK FROM HIM? Maybe just text a few times. But don’t keep texting him, though. If he’s working or

whatever, or if he just doesn’t want to text you back, that’s only going to make things worse. I’ve been in that position—I think everyone’s been in that position. IS IT COOL WHEN GIRLS MAKE THE FIRST MOVE? Always. Ever since I was younger, I’ve been pissed about guys having to make the first move. So, yeah, definitely do it. I think it’s really cool and sweet. FILL IN THE BLANK: NEVER TRUST A GUY WHO USES THE ___ EMOJI. The emoji. That guy is just a weirdo.

Where do you think all your creativity comes from?

My parents. They always gave me the opportunity to let my imagination soar. When I was growing up, my mom made me believe in magic. I thought I was a wizard, straight up, until I was 12. I watched all the Harry Potter movies—I was in love with Hermione—and wrote down all of the spells. My mom would be like, “So you’ve got your wand with you?” And I’d say, “Of course, I have my wand!” and I’d pull it out of my shoe. Do you still believe in magic?

Totally, 100 percent, and I will until the day I die. I’ll figure it out. It will be real. 77

You don’t need Charms class to master these spellbinding dos. Read on for simple tricks—and an inside peek at Universal Studios Hollywood’s new Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Accio, gorge hair! By Kate Foster

Photographs by Simon Lekias Styled by James Worthington DeMolet

PrefectWorthy Pony Conjure a look this enchanting by first teasing hair and then gathering it into two tails (one on top of the other, starting at the crown), says Kristin Ess, the style sorcerer behind these looks. Add a small braid in the top tail, then use hairspray to set (try Garnier Fructis Extreme Hold Sheer Set Hairspray, $6, drugstores). Gold crowns optional! DRESS Self-Portrait, asos .com. GOLD HEADPIECES .com. GOLD-AND-SILVER HEADPIECE Mrs. President & Co. by Angela Velayos, nordstrom .com. CHOKER Sarah & Sebastian, us.sarahandsebastian.com.

Texture Transfiguration Hermione’s voluminous do is hair goals. Enhance natural texture with L’Oréal Paris Air-spun Texture Mist ($5, drugstores), or create it by wrapping random strands around a curling wand. For an even more stunning effect, try sparkly clips along the side of your head. PRINT DRESS Felder Felder, felderfelder.com. EMBELLISHED DRESS Bill Blass, billblass.com. CRYSTAL PINS Jennifer Behr, jenniferbehr.com.

Beguiling Bubble Braids Potterheads will instantly fall in love with this fun twist on low pigtails. Dutch-braid (inside-out French) both halves of your head until you reach your ears, then secure strands with clear elastics. Tease the loose ends from top to bottom, then place elastics every two inches to create spherelike sections. DRESS Cacharel, modaoperandi.com. SHOES Cole Haan, colehaan.com.

Ready to majorly fangirl? On your way to ride Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, which is inside Hogwarts castle (pictured), you can peep the Gryffindor Common Room, Dumbledore’s office, and the Mirror of Erised.

PINTEREST.COM/SEVENTEEN Tons of summer hair inspo. 81

Sweet Strands An adorned plait is more adorable than a Chocolate Frog. Before braiding, spray dry shampoo all over hair to add grip (try Dove Refresh + Care Detox & Purify Dry Shampoo, $4, drugstores), then make a deep part. On the side with less hair, make a fishtail braid along your hairline, sticking in flowers or baby’s breath every few inches. TOP AND SHORTS Jill Stuart, jillstuart.com. RINGS (worn throughout) Sarah & Sebastian, us.sarahandsebastian.com.

MODEL MOMENT Name: Elaine Carlin Hometown: Keller, TX Instagram: @egcarlin Favorite Harry Potter book: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Spell you’d love to cast? “One that would make me temporarily invisible!”

Feel like a real-life witch at Hogsmeade, where you can shop at Dervish and Banges, Ollivanders, and Honeydukes (pictured), which serves up Cauldron Cakes, Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans, and Fizzing Whizzbees!

The Half-Loop Primp All aboard the Best Tressed Express! A side loop is sooo pretty—and takes seconds to DIY. Add shine with hair oil (try Tresemmé Botanique Damage Recovery Oil Elixir, $5, drugstores), then use an elastic to tie strands into a pony, but only pull it partially through. Wrap the ends around the elastic and secure with pearl pins.

Platform 9¾ is the perfect spot to snap a selfie and sip on butterbeer—which tastes like a yummy combo of cream soda and butterscotch. Try the frozen version too!

DRESS A Détacher, saks.com. HAIRPINS L.Erickson, franceluxe.com. CHOKER Ohne Titel, ikram.com. BACKPACK Les Petits Joueurs, neimanmarcus.com. SHOES Golden Goose Deluxe Brand, goldengoosedeluxebrand.com.

HAIR: Kristin Ess for Kristin Ess Hair. MAKEUP: Adam Breuchaud using Diorskin Nude at TMG-LA.com. MANICURE: Stephanie Stone for The Nailing Hollywood Collection at Nailing Hollywood. MODEL: Elaine Carlin at Vision.

Starry Style The Great Hall’s celestial ceiling is epic hairspo. Pin back a section of hair, then use lash glue to attach confetti stars (available at craft or party stores). Don’t worry: They’ll rinse out with water. DRESS RebeccaTaylor, rebeccataylor.com

Take a break from your regular look (and not just school!) to give these laid-back trends a try. We’re talking minimal effort and maximum style. Photographs by TOM SCHIRMACHER / Styled by JAMES WORTHINGTON DEMOLET

WHITE OUT Of-the-shoulder top! Culottes! Velcro sneaks! If you pick one color, you can wear several standout pieces at a time without it feeling too extra. TOP AND PANTS Elizabeth and James, Beckett Boutique or call 843-405-1105 to order. EARRINGS AND BRACELET (worn throughout) Scosha, scosha.com. CHOKER (worn throughout) Mizuki, saksfifthavenue.com. SHOES Common Projects, Barneys New York.

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beauty tip Top of a breezy outﬁt with a scent inspired by outdoor adventures. Try ck one summer ($54 for 3.4 oz., Macy’s), which has notes of apple, juniper, and moss.

That lightweight athletic jacket you bought for school just got a summer job: adding edge to your day-of outﬁt. JACKET Hunter Originals, us.hunterboots.com (similar styles). SWIM TOP Bower Swimwear, mytheresa .com. PANTS Ashley Williams, www.ashleywilliams london.com. RINGS (worn throughout) Scosha, scosha .com. SANDALS Tory Sport, torysport.com.

MODEL MOMENT Name: Eliza Hartmann Hometown: Eagan, MN Instagram: @elizahartmann Current fashion obsessions: “Jumpsuits and patchwork jeans.” Insta faves: “@captureminnesota and @natgeo are both great for nature photography. One is a touch of home for me, and the other is a taste of what’s all out there.” Cool talent: “I know how to ride a unicycle!”

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Go ahead: Rock a strapless glam frock during the daytime. Sunnies and slides give it a casual touch.

DRESS Isa Arfen, nordstrom.com. SUNGLASSES Elizabeth and James, ditto.com. SHOES Miista, solestruck.com.

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There’s no easier way to put together a memorable #OOTD than wearing a single pattern. Add super-fun sandals to ﬁnish it of.

JACKET, SHIRT, AND TROUSERS The Kooples, thekooples.com. BRACELET (worn throughout) Walt Cassidy Studio, waltcassidy.com. SHOES Manolo Blahnik, Manolo Blahnik NY or call 212-582-3007 to order.

beauty tip Ladylike flowers paired with rock-star liner screams “coolest girl in the room.” Just swipe on a cat-eye using Diorshow Pro Liner in Pro Anthracite #082 ($32, dior.com).

HAT TRICK The bucket topper is back and ready to be your No. 1 accessory. It will go with everything from a graphic dress to a tee and jeans. DRESS Victoria, Victoria Beckham, victoriabeckham.com. HAT Alexander Wang, alexanderwang.com.

CRISSCROSS BOSS Skip the leather straps and lace up a pair of cotton gladiator sandals for a signature summer of 2016 vibe. SWEATER, SWIM TOP, AND SHORTS Hilfiger Collection, Tommy Hilfiger store or call 212-2231824 to order. SHOES Brother Vellies, matchesfashion.com.

NINETIES NOW A slip dress and flatform booties? Totally retro. Layer your fave T-shirt underneath to give the combo an updated twist! DRESS Derek Lam 10 Crosby, 10crosby.com. TOP Bill Blass, billblass .com. BOOTS Walter Steiger, waltersteiger.com. Hair: Gavin Harwin for Oribe at The Wall Group. Makeup: Christian McCulloch for Dolce & Gabbana Beauty at Tim Howard Management. Model: Eliza Hartmann at Fusion. Production: Turks & Caicos Productions. Shot on location in Turks & Caicos, Beautiful By Nature.

19, Spring, TX

words to live by “Make sure you’re having fun. Moments come and go, so embrace every day and be grateful.”

@simonebiles

You know her as the reigning world champion. You’ve seen her routines. But who is Simone off the balance beam? “I watch a lot of Netflix,” she says. “I recently binged The Fosters and Fuller House.” Her other pop culture obsession: Zac Efron. (“He’s very attractive!”) And you may have something else in common with her too. Simone admits she’s struggled with learning to love herself. “When I was in the sixth grade, a boy teased me because I had big muscles,” she says. “That made me feel insecure, but I’d hit the gym and realize I was given this body for a reason—I can only get myself in the air because of it.” That strength and grace are exactly what make her a front-runner for the 2016 Olympic Team (she’ll compete at the trials in early July), and she’s trying her best to take things one day at a time. “Sometimes I find myself thinking, Oh, I wonder what Rio’s like? And then I’m like, No, Simone, slow down.” If she does qualify, she says, “I’d be honored to represent the United States. But I also think it would just be fun!”

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When these amazing athletes aren’t binge-watching Netflix or searching for lattes, they’re kicking, leaping, or splashing their way into history. And now they have their eyes set on the Olympics in Rio. By Jen Abidor

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18, Little Canada, MN

@swaggiemaggie2016

As she double-tucks her way to the gymnastics trials, Maggie is getting support from two girls who have totally been there: 2012 Olympians Gabby Douglas and Aly Raisman. “They’re really good friends, and they remind me to stay focused and not be too hard on myself,” she says, adding, “Training is really emotional. It takes a lot of mental strength to push myself.” Want to know who else helps out with that? Justin Bieber. “I’ll listen to anything by him,” she says. “It gets me pumped up.” Maggie, who won a bronze medal for her floor routine at last year’s World Championships (not to mention a team gold), says she discovered her passion for gymnastics on her preschool playground. “My brother and I played around there a lot and had a great time,” says the incoming University of Oklahoma freshman. “I always loved it.” In April, Maggie was sidelined by a knee injury (and surgery), but she says she’ll be ready to secure her spot on the team in July. “It would mean seeing all of my hard work, dedication, and sacrifice finally come to life.”

“Be the best that you can be. Don’t compare yourself to others!”

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Words to live by

words to live by “If you don’t love what you’re doing, you won’t want to do it.”

Ashleigh has a confession to make: “I haven’t always dreamed of being in the Olympics.” Sure, she loves water polo (which she got into at age 9, when her mom signed her up for a swim program), and she’s really good at it (she was named Top Goalkeeper at the 2015 World Water Polo Championships). But there are other things she loves too—like studying psychology at Princeton University. “I picked a school that offered the right balance of academics and athletics,” says Ashleigh, who has taken the year off to focus on training. “I didn’t want to make water polo my whole life.” Yet now as she and her team prepare to play in Rio, she says she’s getting psyched. And she thrives on the pressure of keeping opponents from scoring. “I like that I can block somebody and be like, ‘Hey, I won that one!’ ” she says. “It’s cool to be the last line of defense.”

To the left, Katniss! As the thirdranked female archer in the world, Mackenzie has been called the

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words to live by “Don’t be hard on yourself for not reaching a goal right away. Take extra time, be positive, and continue on.”

because I’m a big fan of The Hunger Games,” she says. “And if it gets more people excited about archery,

six days a week, but she still finds time for her other passions—baking (“One day I’d love to go to school to become a pastry chef!”) and movies (“If I had to pick one movie to watch for the rest of my life, it would be Pitch Perfect”). Those nonathletic interests help take her mind off the pressure of competing. “I still get nervous,” she says. “But that just means I love my sport, and that’s a feeling I hope I’ll always have.”

WOrds to live by “If you really want something, put everything you have out on the table to go and get it.”

How’s this for a cool way to finish off high school: Break the World Junior high jump record (Vashti cleared a 6-foot, 6¼-inch crossbar—she’s 6-foot-1 herself!); sign a sponsorship deal with Nike; and, of course, go to prom. “It feels so good,” she says of her whirlwind senior year. Now Vashti is fully focused on the Olympic trials in early July. “I can’t have a single off day,” she says. But at least she’ll still get to spend time with her family—her father, Randall, a retired NFL quarterback, doubles as her coach. “Sometimes he gets a little more into it than I do,” she says. “But for the most part, we really enjoy working together—I look up to him.” Whether she qualifies for Rio or not, Vashti plans on moving full speed ahead as a pro athlete. “It was a hard decision because I really want to go to college and still plan on going one day,” she says. “But once I broke that record, I knew turning pro was the right choice for me.”

GOLF

Golf is back as an Olympic sport for the first time since 1904, and you could say Lexi has been teed up for this moment her whole life. “When I was growing up, our house was on a golf course,” she says. “My brothers and I would go out on the patio and hit Wiffle balls with plastic golf clubs.” At 7, Lexi started playing competitively, and by the time she

@lexi

was 12, she was the youngest golfer ever to qualify for the U.S. Women’s Open. “I think there has been this big misconception that golf is boring,” she says. “For me, there’s never a dull moment. It’s such an individual game, which means it’s all up to me—I love that.” To help stay in shape, she uses Instagram. “I follow a lot of fitness accounts for workout ideas,” she says. Lexi

for the

words to live by “Don’t let anybody’s judgments get in the way of what you want to accomplish.”

harder than ever.”

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21, Coral Springs, FL

Remember how cool it was when the U.S. Women’s soccer team won the 2015 Women’s World Cup? Julie and her teammates thought so too. “Right after we won, everyone was like, This is so awesome . . . now let’s go to the Olympics,” she says. Now she and Carli Lloyd and Alex Morgan and the rest of the team are ready to do just that. And ever since this bubbly defender was nominated for the Golden Ball Award at the World Cup, she’s only grown stronger: In April, Julie had her first multigoal game. Her pregame secret weapon? A vanilla latte. “It gets me excited to play.” Not that she needs much help getting pumped. “I’ve dreamed of being a soccer champion since I was 8 years old,” she says. “I had T-shirts, soccer ball pillows . . . you name it!” These days, the Santa Clara University grad is the one inspiring dreams like that. “I still get butterflies whenever I see a young girl wearing my name on a jersey,” she says. “It’s one of the greatest feelings in the world.”

words to live by

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“Dream as big as possible, because sometimes they do come true.”

To learn more about all the Olympic hopefuls, visit teamusa.org. The Olympics begin August 5.

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Pretty Little Liars author Sara Shepard is back with a new mystery about a group of teen sleuths. We have your exclusive sneak peek.

he snow fell all night, transforming the world by morning. It was crystal snow, magical snow, creating a perfect, uniform blanket that concealed everything underneath. Eleven-year-old Aerin Kelly scrambled down the three-tiered back patio, her boots sinking into the sparkling fluff. She fell forward and laughed, rolling onto her back and staring at the white sky. A figure appeared over her. It was her 17-yearold sister, Helena, wearing a fitted white overcoat with a fur collar, fur

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boots, and a brown fedora. Her eyes looked extra blue. Her newly short platinum-blond hair framed her face. Helena looked more beautiful than ever that day, Aerin would think later. Aerin scrambled to her feet just as Helena tipped her face upward. “Isn’t it funny how snow has a smell?” Helena mused. “I think we’re supposed to get more,” Aerin said eagerly. Helena pressed a fur boot into a snowdrift. “Got your phone? Can I check weather.com?” “You’re always losing yours,” Aerin

said good-naturedly, lobbing her iPhone to her sister. Helena caught it between her red leather gloves, pulled them off, and tapped on the screen. “Six more inches today.” She grinned. “We really should make our inaugural snowman tomorrow, but I bet you’ll be on the slopes all day. You up for it now?” “Sure.” The girls tramped toward the middle of their vast six-acre property, where they’d been building the first snowman of each season since they were little. Helena started rolling a snowball, her hat tilting across her eyes. “I think this year’s should be a snow-woman,” Helena decided. “With big boobs.” “And a badonka butt,” Aerin added, still breathless. Helena smirked. “And maybe a vagina. Make her totally anatomically correct.” Aerin giggled. But what she really wanted to do was throw her arms around her sister. Helena was downplaying it, but it was weird they were hanging out again. Laughing. There was a time when Helena and Aerin had been inseparable. At the beginning of last summer, though, Helena had . . . changed. She’d holed up in her room, chopped off her signature long hair, and stopped talking to her family, even Aerin. She’s a teenager, their mother had told Aerin absently. She has her first boyfriend. Give her space to figure it out. But Aerin had needed her more than ever. Their parents, who had always seemed so in love, were fighting nonstop. Aerin knew Helena heard the fights through her thin bedroom walls, too, but whenever Aerin tried to talk to her about it, Helena always changed the subject. Illustrations by Samantha Hahn

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But now, Helena was piling snow together for the torso, smiling like things were totally normal. Suddenly, Aerin blurted, “I guess Kevin didn’t want to make a snowman?” Helena stopped and looked at her. “I didn’t ask him.” “Do you guys, like, do it?” Aerin asked quickly. Helena’s brow furrowed. “Do it?” Aerin had thought asking would make her seem older, like a girl her sister still wanted to hang out with. Helena would probably go inside and slam her door, and that would be that. Helena cupped Aerin’s shoulder instead, the way she used to at swim meets when Aerin would climb out of the water after coming in last. The gesture was so tender that Aerin felt a rush of tears. “It’s just that I miss you.” Helena squeezed hard. “We’ll talk more. But . . . some of it will have to be under wraps.” Aerin blinked. “Huh?” “Like on our phones.” “Like . . . texts?” Helena looked at her as if she wanted to say something more but then cocked her head toward the woods as if she heard something. Aerin followed her gaze but only saw the same trees that had always been there. When she peered at Helena again, her sister was scooping up a ball of snow and smashing it into Aerin’s head. Aerin squealed. “Let’s find sticks for her arms,” Helena said. They built the head and shaped the hair. Chatted about getting a new puppy. Aerin thought they could name him Cap’n Crunch. “That’s a good name,” Helena said. Aerin looked up, even more puzzled. It was a dumb name, and they both knew it. Why was Helena being so nice? Aerin felt self-conscious. What if she knew something about their parents Aerin didn’t—like they were getting a divorce? Aerin wasn’t sure she was ready for that conversation. But Helena said nothing about that, and then the snow-woman was finished. Both girls stepped back a few feet. Aerin smiled at their work. “She’s our best one yet.”

When she looked at Helena, her sister’s head was turned toward the woods. “Totally,” she said softly. For a moment, she looked like she might cry, but then she focused on the snow-woman and smiled cheerfully. “She needs something else, don’t you think?” “Like what?” “Like . . . ” Helena put a hand to her mouth. “A purse, maybe. I found a brown vinyl one at Goodwill a few days ago. It’s on my bed. Wanna grab it?” Aerin was certain she’d heard her wrong. Helena’s room was off limits. Maybe this was some kind of test? “O-okay.” Aerin opened the sliding door and padded through the living room. The house was quiet, her parents absent. She smiled at her reflection in the giant hallway mirror. She had the same blond hair as Helena, but her features were more muddled, her shoulders broader, her face more masculine. Still, it was clear they were sisters. Maybe they would get pizza later. Maybe Helena would drive her somewhere in her VW Bug. Maybe they’d figure out some way to get their parents to stop arguing. Helena’s bedroom door was closed. Aerin turned the knob. She surveyed a desk full of art supplies, posters of bands Aerin had never heard of, an iPhone on a heart-shaped pillow on the bed, the brown vinyl purse. Helena’s closet doors were flung open, revealing the flamboyant clothes she’d been wearing lately—feathers and silk, swirl prints, and fringe. Aerin’s gaze moved to the dresser. A crane, folded out of slick red paper, stood like a sentinel. A shiver went through her body. It seemed to be staring at her. She walked closer, touched its wing. A cloth-covered journal lay next to it. Aerin lifted the cover and looked at her sister’s name written on the front page in her spiky scrawl. There was a creak, and Aerin stiffened. She grabbed the purse from Helena’s bed, slung it around her elbow, and ran into the hall. The giant kitchen was still empty. She peeked

into the backyard. Helena was gone. The snow-woman stood, arms akimbo, in the middle of the yard. “Helena?” Aerin called out, taking a few steps onto the patio. A bird called from a high branch. The wind was still. The yard was a blank, open, lonely square. “Helena?” Aerin cried again, clomping down the steps. “Where are you?” Her voice echoed in the stillness. Her heart thudded. She left because I spied. She ran around to the front. Helena’s car sat in the driveway. No one was in the driver’s seat. Aerin flashed on the image of Helena’s phone, still inside the house. Her sister would never leave without it. Something flickered at the tree line, and Aerin turned. “Helena?” Then she noticed something in the snow. The fallen berries from the bushes that lined the back of the property looked like smeared blood against white. In their midst, Aerin almost hadn’t seen the red leather gloves Helena had been wearing, in the snow next to them, palms up. Aerin ran to them, heart pounding hard. “Helena?” she called out. “Helena!” Helena would never answer again. Excerpted from The Amateurs by Sara Shepard (Freeform imprint), out on November 1, 2016.

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The space you’ll be sharing is very small, so there’s no place for drama. Land a dream companion with tips from the pros. by ANDREA STANLEY

Step 1 Step 2 choosing your own, being able to describe yourself (beyond “Swiftie who’s obsessed with Grey’s Anatomy”) is key. Check off what describes you best.

Introvert

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Alone time = necessary.

Morning Lark

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Cofee before sunrise is your jam.

Super-Chill

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Totally Single

Not So Chill Dorms are for parties!

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Your mantra: My stuf is my stuf.

My life is all about #friendgoals RN.

Night Owl The moon is your spirit animal.

Dorms are for sleeping.

Into Boundaries

Extrovert Everyone is coming to study, right?

Into Sharing Your mantra: My stuf is everyone’s stuf.

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In a Relationship My BF/GF will be a regular.

Land a Cool AF Match Get out of the friend zone Believe it or not, college housing experts say bunking with a BFF often doesn’t work, so fill out your college’s housing questionnaire. Some schools have stopped random matches, but you can still use their database to find a solid pairing. You can access it once you fill out your housing paperwork, says Carla Dennis, a director for housing at the University of Georgia. Or look on your class’s social media page— students often post requests there.

Dare to be . . . similar Yes, this is a time to expand your horizons, but too many differences can lead to conflicts, Dennis says. You and your roommate should share at least some basic habits and interests.

Don’t be a super-stalker It’s fine to poke around a potential OTP’s Insta, but if you start trolling her friends’ feeds, you risk taking things out of context. A better use of time? See how she interacts with her besties on her own accounts.

Write a Not-So-Basic Bio Posting on Facebook? Just be real, says Maggie Burke of Likeable Media, a firm that improves social media presences. Keep it to two short paragraphs, and make it about you—not your friends, family, or pet. Hint: Use some of the key words from Step 1. List only one social media handle— the one that best reflects you. Have a friend read it to make sure it sounds like you. If you drop phrases you’d never use (like OMG, that’s so lit), you’ll sound like someone you’re not.

Step 3

Be a Good Dormmate Make a game plan Before you even step foot in your new digs, figure out who’s going to bring what. That way you don’t end up with two mini fridges and no rugs, says Amanda Zuckerman, a cofounder of dorm-decor company Dormify.com.

Discuss the rules Some schools require roomies to sign an agreement—think of it as a loose contract that lays out some general guidelines, Dennis says. If yours doesn’t, sit down and create one together. It’s better to figure out now if it’s cool for you to borrow her hair-straightener.

Have face time

Vague texts and passive-aggressive notes? No. Just no. If you want to be a dorm Dream Team, you need to communicate. Schedule a biweekly catch-up so a small issue, like where your OJ went, doesn’t kill the vibe between you two.

I thought she ghosted . . .

Step 4 Dealing With a Lame One

These real girls (and Dormify style advisers) have been there, done that—so you don’t have to.

Living with someone new is hard! If you’re having issues, ask . . . Are you expecting too much? You may want a BFF you can talk to about all the things, but in reality, you just need someone respectful.

Have you talked about it?

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It’s easy to gossip and complain about the situation with everyone but your roommate. Address the issue directly instead.

Have you tried everything?

“During orientation, I met a potential roommate. I gave her my name, but she didn’t write it down and later forgot how to spell it. When she tried to find me, she thought I’d given her a fake name—and when I didn’t hear from her, I thought she didn’t really want to room with me. Months later, we met again and realized the miscommunication. We ended up living together our last three years. So if you meet someone you like, have her type her name in your phone!”

Nerves almost scared me roommate-less . . .

“If you want to share a space with someone, be bold and just ask. I found out that one of my classmates from my high school was going to the same university that I was, but I felt too embarrassed asking her if she wanted to share a room with me. Thankfully, she ended up asking me, and now we’re best friends.” –Katie, 20, Pittsburgh, PA

Maybe your roomie is actually a bad match. If that’s the case, loop in your resident adviser, who can help mediate.

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That awkward silence, though . . .

“The first few weeks living with my roommate were painfully quiet—we were both a little shy. Then one day, we decided to rearrange our living space, and that finally broke the ice. An afternoon of problem solving helped us bond and allowed a real friendship to form.” –Rae, 22, Houston, TX

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CRUSHING & CRASHING “My family has a beach house on the Outer Banks. The cutest boy lives next door, so I always try to look good in case I see him. One morning, I woke up early to get to the beach and volunteered to take my 3-year-old cousin down to the shore with my aunt. I was walking backward in the sand to face my cousin in case she ran off, and as I was going, I heard my aunt say, ‘Watch out!’ Little did I know, cute neighbor boy was sitting on his towel behind me. I ended up ramming my butt straight into his face! We both crashed into the sand and started laughing. Then he tried making small talk. I felt so awkward, so I ended the convo and walked away. We never talked again!”

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“I was riding my bike to work when my friend saw me from her car. She drove up next to me and honked her horn to get my attention. She startled me so much, I accidentally swerved toward a cafe table outside a boutique. I totally crashed into it and then literally flew off my bike! My friend stopped her car to see if I was okay, but everyone around me was just staring! So traumatic.”

“As a camp counselor, I encourage the kids to drink a lot of water and I lead by example. One night I made the mistake of not going to the bathroom before lights-out. Guess how that turned out! As everyone slept, I quietly tossed my soaked sheets and climbed into my friend’s bunk. But it didn’t take long for people to figure out what had happened. Now no one lets me sleep on the top bunk for fear of getting peed on!”

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“I was waiting in the car while my mom was in a store, and my favorite Katy Perry song came on the radio. I started to aggressively air-drum along and sing at the top of my lungs. Out of the corner of my eye, I noticed a super-hot guy about to get into the car next to me, so I stopped. He was staring into my window and had clearly witnessed my little rock concert in action. Then he started laughing and wouldn’t stop! I sank down in my seat and tried to disappear. It was so bad.”

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June: Your iCal will be packed

June: With Venus in your

haven’t found a summer job just yet (or if you’re looking to land a better one). On the 12th, you and a pal will get a lead on a very cool opportunity. July: When Venus heads into your relationship zone on the 11th, a playful connection you struck up in June could turn seriously flirty.

help, you’ll devote powerful energy to clearing clutter and making your room a haven. Celebrate your new space with a girls’ night in on the 27th! July: Under the new moon on the 4th, you’ll meet a sweetie who’s as sensitive as you are. Heads up—this ’ship could be the real deal!

to max capacity for basically the entire month, but especially near the 12th, when hot invites will be blowing up your phone! July: After your insanely busy sked in June, the stars say to stick close to home on the 4th. Doesn’t have to be snoozy, tho. Hosting a squad picnic at your place would be a legit blast!

sign on the 6th, a “tiny” indulgence could lead to a major budget hit. So instead of hitting the mall, get to work on a DIY fashion project. It’ll be just as fun. Honest. July: It’s a little late to plan a faraway vacay, but a weekend trip is still totally doable. The stars favor the 7th for travel!

May 21–Jun 20 June: The new moon on the

Jun 21–Jul 22 June: OMG, the school year

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Aug 23–Sep 22 June: You’re making a kick-

4th means it’s makeover time! Start your #OOTD vision board, and gather your B-day cash and gift cards. Your new look will be so lit. July: Your besties think your latest crush is a playa; you think you’ve found your OTP. You’ll know who’s right on the 19th, thanks to the full moon.

is finally over! Now that you actually have time to relax, get yourself to the beach (or pool) stat. Nothing recharges a Cancer’s mojo quite like water. July: You’re not exactly sure where things stand with your crush RN. On the 13th, chatty Mercury will help you jump-start the convo.

Mercury, you’ll reconnect with tons of people, like old camp buds or even lost loves. You could burn yourself out Snapchatting 24-7, so set aside restorative “me time” too. July: As romantic Venus shifts into your sign on the 11th, your flirt appeal will be off the charts. Holla!

ass impression at your summer job. Way to go! The sun and lucky Jupiter will shower you with rewards on the 4th. July: Prepare for all the likes on social! When Mercury moves into your sign on the 30th, your followers will be hanging on to your every word to see what you say next.

Sep 23–Oct 22 June: The money issues that

Oct 23–Nov 21 June: You’ve felt torn between

Nov 22–Dec 21 June: Planets are practically

Dec 22–Jan 19 June: Near the new moon on

have been stressing you out will get resolved around the 29th. Start planning that adventure you’ve secretly been dreaming about forever. July: When your on-again, off-again crush reaches out, take a sec to figure out what you want. Pssst: On the 13th, you may meet a better match!

two very different goals, but on the 9th, the stars will offer up hints about the right path. By the 30th, you’ll feel megaconfident about your choice. July: All of a sudden, you and a bestie’s ex will have crazy chemistry. Tempting? Yep. Worth the drama that would definitely follow? Um . . .

lining up to introduce you to your future bae! On the 20th, keep your eyes and your mind open—this cutie might not be your usual type. July: A casual hangout with your squad near the 13th will evolve into a big-time bonding sesh. Afterward, your circle will be tighter than ever!

the 4th, you’ll feel psyched to revamp your fitness routine.

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energize your bod and your brain—just don’t overdo it! July: Turns out that you and a rando work pal are totally on the same wavelength. Don’t be shocked if her pop culture recs become your latest obsessions.

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MYADVICE

UZO ADUBA

hen I was in high school, I was a total romantic and spent a lot of time thinking about boys. I loved to daydream about my crushes, and I’d convince myself we were destined to be a couple. The truth is, I didn’t date anyone in high school. I had two best guy friends—Mark and John—but no “boyfriends.” I wanted to be in a relationship, but no one ever asked me out. You see, I grew up in a small New England town where the beauty ideal was very traditional and seemingly flawless: blonde hair, blue eyes, legs for days. In my mind, that meant anyone who didn’t look that way was considered unattractive. I started to doubt everything about myself, from my curvy build to the gap in my teeth. I never felt beautiful. Junior year, I didn’t expect anyone to ask me to prom, and I made peace with that. So I was shocked when John invited me. It was one of the best things a friend could have ever done. For the first time, I felt like a guy had seen me. And then senior year, it happened again! Mark invited me. I never dreamed I’d even go to prom once, so going twice was exhilarating and even more satisfying. Those dates were great first steps to helping me build up my confidence. When I left my small town and attended Boston University, I truly began to accept myself.

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The school’s diverse culture embraced everything that I am, so instead of feeling defeated like I did back home, I started to think about what I did value about myself, tooth gap and all. And then the craziest thing happened: My beauty radiated from within. Guys started asking me to dance when I went out and, yes, during my very first semester I started dating. It felt amazing. You don’t need to wait to get to college to PREACH! find your confidence. “Spend time defining what you value about Take whatever it is you yourself instead of what like about yourself— you think someone else will value,” she says. even if it’s your pinkie “I’m always true toes—and walk around to Uzo.” every day saying, “You know what? I have really great pinkie toes.” Eventually that positive feeling will seep into every part of who you are, and the people around you will see it too. Also, never forget the people who already notice the amazing things about you. To this day, I’m still close to my high school friends—I even brought Mark as my date to the SAG Awards this year! And I know it’s easier said than done, but try your best not to “ I loved turning to my guy second-guess yourself. friends for crush advice. ” You are enough, just –Uzo (at age 16 with Mark, left, and John) as you are.

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