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17 WAYS . . . TO OWN IT ONLINE Influencers Loren Gray Beech (left) and Larsen Thompson wear the trends that will blow up on social!

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Catch up with Andrea Russett and the other winners of our annual Social Media Awards!

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Juicy books, fierce new music, and one epic treat.

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#BLM activists share how they’re rallying for change.

SOMETHING IN BETWEEN An exclusive

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YOUR CHEAT SHEET TO . . . BEING A REAL BOSS Business tips from girls who are cashing in big.

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How to tell the difference between friendly, flirty, and just forget it!

check out Viner Lauren Giraldo’s surprising story.

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“I HAVE 7.5 MILLION FOLLOWERS—BUT NO BFF” You’ve got to

DECODING YOUR CRUSH’S SNAPS

OnSet Shady Ladies!

Two of the coolest girls we know: our Executive Fashion Director Aya Kanai and our cover star.

BEHIND THE SCENES WITH

Zendaya

“It’s Okay to Be Like, ‘Dang, I’m the Bomb’” Zendaya dishes on her confidence and style.

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Hair

by Rihanna and lots of hip-hop.

SAY CHEESE When Senior Photo Editor Allie Kircher admitted to the actress that she was bad at taking selfies, Zendaya told her the secret is to always make a silly face—the point is to just have fun!

JAM SESSION

BOSS LADY

Zendaya kept up her energy at the shoot, thanks to music by TLC, Janet Jackson, and Beyoncé. (She danced and lip-synched to Michael Jackson’s “Remember the Time” too!) She also created her own playlist, which included “Work”

When she wasn’t posing, this multitasking queen had a conference call, did an interview, and recorded a segment for a radio show! Through it all, she had a smile on her face— and Pringles in her hand. ON ZENDAYA: sweater, shirt, and skirt, MSGM; sneakers, Jordan Brand.

The star of K.C. Undercover arrived at the L.A. photo studio at 9 a.m. on the dot. She had naturally glowing skin and was wearing a comfy combo of gray sweats and a charcoal tee. Her extras: a mint green mani and a chai tea latte.

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MAIN PHOTOS: JAMES WHITE (2). STILL LIFES: COURTESY OF COMPANIES.

RISE AND SHINE

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HiFromMichelle VISIT SEVENTEEN NEXT SUMMER!

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The girls loved meeting Creative Director Nicole Mazur (center), who talked about how she designs our covers. (It’s her handwriting!)

FASHION BASH At our launch party for The Edit by 17, participants hung out with Executive Fashion Director Aya Kanai (top center).

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BEHIND THE SCENES

n social media, I mostly react to things. I wait for events to happen (Olympics! Teen Choice Awards! Weird things in the office!), then share my random commentary. The trip included a But our cover girl, Zendaya (page 72), does so much more. Not visit to our photo only does she clap back when haters attack her, but she is also studio (above) and proactive and sparks positive discussions about race, feminism, job advice from editors (left). and, yes, even mullets. Inspired by Daya and so many of the stars who appear in “The Faves” (page 78), our second annual social media awards, I’ve decided it’s time to use social media not to react—but to create a revolution. Seventeen is declaring October 17—of course!—Body Confidence Day (which is long overdue considering we have two “holidays” dedicated to doughnuts). We’re teaming up with Instagram to get the conversation going about body image and to create a community where we accept and celebrate ourselves—and each other— for the amazing individuals we are. So starting right now, post photos and videos of yourself, your friends, and anyone who inspires you to embrace yourself and feel #PerfectlyMe. We’ll re-gram pics tagged with @Seventeen and #PerfectlyMe all month long. Then pick up our November issue, where we’ll celebrate you even more. Another group of young women I want to highlight are the ambitious and awesome teens who joined us for the Seventeen Fashion Experience in NYC over the summer. (Check out some of their trip highlights here, and see above for how you can do it too!) These style-obsessed girls came to NYC and got tips from our staff and other industry insiders, and now they’re closer to making their career dreams a reality. Join me as we make this month— and the entire school year—all about being proactive, positive, and #PerfectlyMe.

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BE AN ACTIVIST

Who run the world? You! Take girl power to the next level on International Day of the Girl (October 11), a youth-led movement dedicated to gender equality and rights. Learn all the cool ways you can support the cause (blog! rally!) at dayofthegirl.org/ joinus.

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WHEN YOU’RE NOT BUSY SNACKING ON PUMPKIN-SPICE EVERYTHING, USE THESE IDEAS TO MAKE OCTOBER THE BEST MONTH YET.

Celebrate National Dessert Month

You’ve probably seen some pretty outrageous shakes on your Instagram feed recently. But did you know that in Australia and London, these crazy concoctions are called Freakshakes? To make your own, just top a traditional milkshake with any and all of your favorite treats. (See right for ideas!) Pro tip: For the most delish results, blend your milk and ice cream for at least five minutes.

SEE HAMILTON . . . SORT OF!

Binge and Cringe

You’ve laughed at her videos. Now get to know Miranda Sings better on Netflix’s Haters Back Off (October 14), a new comedy series about the YouTube character’s LOL life. If you thought she was wacky, just wait until you meet her fam!

STAND UP TO HATERS

BOOST YOUR MEOW FACTOR

On National Cat Day (October 29), grab the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Feline collection for liquid liner and mascara that will create the purr-fect eye looks.

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It’s National Bullying Prevention Month, so we joined CustomInk and PACER to design this tee ($20) to encourage you to be bold. Buy one (and check out more cool designs) at customink.com/ stopbullying.

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No need to visit the greatest city in the world—just tune in to Hamilton’s America on October 21 (PBS) for an inside look at Broadway’s hottest show. Work!

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SERGIO SAYS!

Seventeen Music & Entertainment Editor Sergio Kletnoy reviews the new releases you’ll fangirl over this month. JACOB WHITESIDES

Why?

The singer-songwriter impresses on this soulful pop debut album. You’ll obsess over “Focus.”

★★★★★ KAYA STEWART

Kaya Stewart

This pop singer’s wild look and free spirit come through on catchy songs like “Sleepover.”

The “Hotter Than Hell” singer shares what she thinks is fire. 1 / GO-TO ACCESSORY?

Chokers—I have 12!

2 / BEST BINGE? Gossip Girl.

3 / CELEB INSTA?

A$AP Rocky’s.

4 / BOOK REC? The Kite Runner.

5 / MOVIE THAT MAKES YOU CRY? Marley & Me.

6 / MUSICAL INSPIRATION?

8 / SPIRIT ANIMAL? Lion—I’m a Leo.

9 / CELEB CRUSH? Justin Timberlake.

Nelly Furtado.

10 / DRINK OF CHOICE?

7 / KARAOKE JAM?

11 / FAVE STORE?

“Changes” by 2Pac.

Fresh lemonade. Nasty Gal.

12 / WORDS TO LIVE BY? “Fortune favors the brave.”

15 / APP OBSESSION? VSCO Cam.

16 / NICKNAME?

13 / CLASSIC TOY? Bratz dolls.

D—I already have a short name!

14 / COMFORT FOOD?

17 / MOST USED EMOJI? Unicorn, for sure.

Boiled eggs.

★★★★ SHAWN MENDES

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Prepare to swoon a lot over Shawn’s more grown-up sound, especially on the track “Mercy.”

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FALL INTO BOOKS Here’s a novel idea: Find a cozy spot and curl up with these page-turners.

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1 / LOST STARS

Lisa Selin Davis In this angsty story, science-loving teen Carrie, who is struggling in the aftermath of her older sister’s death, learns some important lessons: It’s okay to feel angry at the world sometimes, and if you feel lost, trust that you’ll eventually find your way home.

2 / HOLDING UP THE UNIVERSE

Jennifer Niven Want a love story that will give you all the feels? Meet Libby (once known nationally as

“America’s Fattest Teen”) and Jack, a boy with a medical condition that makes it impossible to recognize faces, who forge a deep connection neither of them could have expected. You’ll seriously melt!

3 / REPLICA

Lauren Oliver This sci-fi saga about a mysterious research facility is actually two books in one. One half tells Lyra’s story— flip it over and

SEVENTEENMAG Get insider access and LOLs!

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you’ll get to know Gemma. Each side stands on its own, or you can read them in alternating chapters for a more complete story. Pretty cool, huh?

4 4 / SOMETHING IN BETWEEN Melissa de la Cruz When high school honor student Jasmine gets a national college scholarship, it

should be the happiest day of her life. Instead, she uncovers a horrible truth that causes her to question her entire identity. You’ll totally relate

to Jasmine as she tries to figure out who she is and where she really belongs. Bonus: There’s a supercute guy there to help her.

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“I get ideas for videos everywhere I go, and then I write them all down on a giant whiteboard in my bedroom,” Meg says.

To start, you just need a pretty decent camera—an iPhone totally counts. It’s a good idea to try making videos using your phone first because if you don’t end up loving life as a vlogger, at least you didn’t spend a lot of money on an expensive camera. Plus, it feels more authentic. Pro tips: Avoid the frontfacing lens (the quality isn’t as good), and prop up your phone on a stack of books. I still use that instead of a tripod!

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For your first video, something like “10 Things You Should Know About Me” is always a good idea. That way you can show your potential subscribers exactly who you are, what you’re into, and what they’re going to get from following your channel. Always be 100 percent yourself and make sure to show off your personality.

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Recording can feel uncomfortable, but someone once told me to pretend I’m talking to a friend. Then you’re not overwhelmed, thinking, Oh, will all these people be interested in this video? That tip really changed my life.

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Be consistent

Learn to edit

Time it right

Make sure you find a quiet setting so you can focus while shooting—that’s why I film my videos in my room. Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable, and apply your normal makeup (or none at all!). One trick? If you’re filming at night with a bright light on, a little extra bronzer will help you pop on camera. The best programs for editing a video are iMovie (which comes free with all Mac computers) and Final Cut. You can find tutorials on YouTube, but I find that the best way to learn a software is to just go in, click on a bunch of stuff, and figure it out myself.

Get discovered

When you’re starting out on YouTube, the title and thumbnail (the preview pic) for your video are really important. They’re what will determine whether or not someone clicks on your video. Make your thumbnail the proudest moment from the video—for me, that’s the shot I spent the most time setting up. Less important? Tags. Someone at YouTube told me they don’t matter. To help get noticed, try to participate in trending challenge videos.

Uploading frequently is so important. When I started, I posted every other day. It was a lot of work but so worth it, because it’s the best way to grow your channel. If you’re serious about getting famous, try to work on your videos every day for an hour or two, and post at least once or twice a week. I’ve heard posting at 3 p.m. on Fridays or Saturdays is smart because then your videos will be fresh for the weekend. And don’t post too late at night—you want your audience to be awake!

Focus on you

I don’t watch many YouTube videos because then I obsess about what I should be doing or what’s “normal.” If you try to make things without seeing what others have done, you’ll surprise yourself and come up with really cool stuff. That’s how you find your voice.

Enjoy it

Most important, make sure you’re having fun. Yes, you have to work hard, but your viewers will notice if you don’t love what you’re doing . . . and so will you!

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TYYAHNNA

DASIA

JAKAILA

ALL TOGETHER NOW

The first week of July was a difficult one. Two African-American men, Alton Sterling and Philando Castile, were shot and killed by police in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and St. Paul, Minnesota, respectively, adding to a string of recent cases of controversial police shootings in the US. Like so many of you, Tyyahnna Collins, Jakaila Green, and Dasia Jones— three teens from Knoxville, Tennessee—felt hopeless and helpless as they watched their social media feeds rage with stories, photos, and videos of the incidents. Though the girls all went to different schools and were only acquaintances, when they came across each other’s posts on Instagram, their bond was instant. Dasia, 17: I was so upset. My dad is a black man close to Alton Sterling’s

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Dasia says their July 10 gathering (pictured) “was about having each other’s backs and getting a conversation going in our community.”

age, so the shooting was something that could have happened to him or even to my brother. That was terrifying. I was tweeting a thousand times and posting paragraphs of my opinions on Instagram about everything that was occurring, and I just wished I could stand up and actually do something. Tyyahnna, 16: I wanted to break down and cry. As a teen, I don’t really get a lot of acknowledgment from adults about how these issues might be affecting me—I wanted to show that they do affect me and that I care. So when I realized Dasia and Jakaila felt the same way, I reached out to them over DM and said, “Hey, how about we start a protest?” Jakaila, 16: When I saw her message come in, I was excited. It was hard to

figure out exactly what I could do, so it felt easier to take action with other people. What was happening seemed personal, and alone that can make you feel really bad or angry, but as a group we felt strong. Dasia: I remember feeling so passionate, like I had a purpose.

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Through direct messages, they started brainstorming a plan, and with each exchange, they were more and more empowered. They decided to stage a march through downtown Knoxville that coming Sunday and designed a flier to spread the word. It said: “It’s time for us to get away from our computer screens

and phones and speak our minds. We matter. Black Lives Matter.” They FRIENDS shared it on Insta and Twitter. WITH (BUSINESS) BENEFITS Dasia: Immediately “One summer, we tried everyone was reposting it. to sneak backstage at a One Direction concert,” It was awesome. says Angela (left). “It didn’t Tyyahnna: But some work, but that insane experience highlighted people in our community the dedication started rumors that our protest we have.” wasn’t going to be peaceful and that we were just teenagers looking to fight. We were like, “Wow, we’re just trying to do something good.” Dasia: An older man posted on Facebook that he was going to come and counter-rally us. That scared me. We didn’t want any trouble. Lots of kids from school messaged me that their parents were worried about violence, so they weren’t allowed to come. One girl told me she didn’t agree with what I was doing, but she STYLE BOSSES admired that I was standing up for what I believe in. That was cool. Jakaila: We were nervous. We didn’t A LOVE OF POLITICS AND POP CULTURE LED THESE FRIENDS TO CREATE THE know how many people would actually 1950 COLLECTIVE, A BRAND THAT CELEBRATES DIVERSE INTERESTS. show up. But we wanted those in our 17: IN 2015, YOU 17: HOW DID YOU GET works to fight city to know that we were capable STARTED YOUR THINGS GOING? human trafficking. of protesting peacefully, and that COMPANY TO SELL Angela: We borrowed FUN T-SHIRTS. WHAT $2,000 from my 17: WHAT’S IT LIKE even if you have different views from SPARKED THE IDEA? parents—and have since WORKING WITH somebody else, that doesn’t have to ANGELA, 21: It felt like so paid it back! We used YOUR BFF? many retailers viewed the initial investment to Nishiki: I’m so glad form hatred. You can still have unity.

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Four days after their first DM, the day of the protest arrived. More than 120 people showed up. They carried posters— one said, “Black Lives Matter. All Lives Matter. Cops’ Lives Matter”—and the group marched through the streets chanting, “We are ready for peace.” Tyyahnna: We were so anxious. But when we pulled up to Market Square and saw everyone, I was so shocked, I could have cried. There were people from all different backgrounds. Dasia: There were police officers by our side, which was really nice. We shook their hands and thanked them. Jakaila: It was such a rush and exciting to actually accomplish it. Even if we only touched two people in the whole entire world, at least we did something. I’m happy knowing that I took action for a cause that I believe in.

teen girls in pieces rather than holistically. We believe that a social justice activist can also love One Direction. So we wanted to design and sell products on one site in order to spread the message that all your passions are important and valid. Nishiki, 19: Also, at that time, Angela and I were each struggling with mental-health issues, so we wanted to use our passions to give ourselves a reason to get up in the morning.

build our site and buy shipping supplies and 400 white tees for our manufacturer to print on—our first tee was of Harry Styles. Then we started spamming everyone we knew from high school and college! Nishiki: Since then, we have expanded to be more of a lifestyle brand with accessories, swimwear, and skin care. We donate 10 percent of our profits every month to a different organization, like the Polaris Project, which

A few of their genius creations: a No Payne No Gain iPhone case, a Harry Styles T-shirt, and Getting Even and Clean Slate serums. See more at 1950collective.com!

I don’t have to do this alone. I go to the University of Texas and Angela goes to Boston College, so it can be tricky, but we’re open with each other. Ninehour phone calls are the norm. [Editor’s note: The 1950 in the company’s name is the number of miles between their two schools.] Angela: There have been many times when I’ve wanted to give up, but Nishiki has been a great cheerleader. 17: WHAT’S NEXT? Nishiki: We’d like to help young women entrepreneurs, whether by mentoring them or highlighting them on social media. Angela: And we just launched a shopping app, 1950—there were 1,500 downloads in the first 24 hours. We’re excited! For more info, including how to be a brand ambassador, check out 1950collective.com.

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“These are so cozy. We thought it would be fun and unexpected to pair them with summery-feeling white jeans, faded boyfriends, and button-downs. There are no rules!” –Faith (right) @faithschroder

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“A military-inspired style is very sporty—and so am I! But I wanted my outfit to be flirty too, so I added a crop top, formfitting jeans, and a fun beanie.” –Cambrie @cambrieschroder

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COAT Ganni, shopbop.com

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FASHION ON CAMBRIE: SHORT COAT Rebecca Taylor, rebeccataylor.com. ON FAITH: LONG COAT L’Agence, shopbop.com.

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DYNAMITE CLOTHING $120, dynamiteclothing.com

KUT FROM THE KLOTH $148, kutfromthekloth.com

CAMBRIE & FAITH SCHRODER The L.A.-based duo chat about fashion, shopping, and dressing with confidence.

HOW ARE YOUR STYLES DIFFERENT? CS: Faith’s clothes tend to be more pink and bubbly whereas mine are a little more edgy, black, and gray. It’s always been that way, ever since we were little. FS: Yeah, I always love wearing dresses. CS: When I was younger, if my mom put me in a pink tutu, I’d rip it off.

LOFT $168, loft.com

FS: And I’d pick it up and put it on! SO . . . SWAPPING CLOTHES IS OUT? FS: No, we share! CS: It’s interesting because Faith, our mom, and I share every article of clothing. FS: Everything! We are even the samesize shoe; it’s great! CS: The way we mix the outfits together is what makes us so different.

WHO’S THE BIGGER SHOPPER? FS: Definitely me! I actually do most of the shopping for the both of us. CS: It’s true, Faith does all the work. WHAT’S YOUR NO. 1 STYLE RULE? CS: Understand what your interests are. I’m really into fitness (my Insta @fitwithcambrie is all about my healthy lifestyle) so I tie

that into my outfits by wearing a lot of athletic clothes and sneakers. It makes me feel confident. If you do that, you’ll always be unique and authentic. FS: My rule is: Don’t stay away from something just because it’s not ‘in’ right now. Wear white in the winter; do what you want! It’ll make you stand out in the best way.

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“A busy print can be hard to match. We made these outfits by looking at the colors in the plaids, then picking out pieces in the same shades.” –Cambrie

tailored J.O.A. $138, shopbop.com

CAPULET $275, revolve.com

“This coat has a boxy men’s cut, so I added girly-ness with floral-printed booties and a pair of skinnies to show off my shape. I love the pink, so I wore black to let it stand out.” –Faith

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FASHION

DIY Celeb Style

Want your selfies to be Kylie strong? Make a personalized phone case inspired by hers with this easy project from Jenni Radosevich of ISpyDIY.com. Step 1

With a pencil, carefully trace the outside of your case onto the back of the fabric, then cut along the outline. For the best results, use a vinyl textile (natural fabrics stain more easily) and a totally smooth case. Step 2

Make the camera opening: Line up your case with the fabric; use scissors to snip two small notches (to use as guides) just below and to the right of the viewfinder. Set aside the case and neatly cut off the entire corner of the fabric. Step 3

 Enough vinyl fabric to cover the back of your cell, plus one to four inches on all sides  Plain plastic phone case

 Foil letter stickers  3-D decal sticker(s)  Gem-Tac glue  Scissors  Pencil

FABRIC Mybecca Embossed Snake Vinyl 54 " Wide Textured Faux Leather, $10 each, amazon.com. CASES Elago, $8 and up, elagostore .com. STICKERS (letters) Pioneer, $5 for 242 ¼ "–⅜ " characters; (3-D decals) Jolee’s Boutique, $11 for 20 crowns, $5 for 12 fleur-de-lis, $4 for 15 Eiffel Towers, and $9 for 9 skulls; all at amazon.com.

Step 4

Get personal! Add your name, initials, Insta handle, a nickname, icons— whatever! (Map everything out on a flat surface before peeling stickers off their backing.) Be sure to firmly press the decoration into place.

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These standout picks—for every budget—will up your game in photos and IRL.

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Patchwork Black booties are your trusty BFF, but a pair made of more than one material or color are much more eye-catching and surprisingly versatile.

SEVEN DIALS $69, 7dialsshoes.com

DIBA $50, dsw.com

MATISSE $185, matisse footwear.com

TOP H&M, $35, hm.com

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BOOHOO.COM $28, boohoo.com

JEFFREY CAMPBELL $150, jeffreycampbell shoes.com

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LFL BY LUST FOR LIFE $79, zappos.com

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SOLE SOCIETY $90, solesociety .com

RIVER ISLAND $80, us.riverisland .com

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ASOS $62, asos.com

Glitter

Boots that sparkle are like jewelry for your feet. Shoefie time!

EGO.CO.UK $46, ego.co.uk

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Slip on a fabric-covered pair and even the most basic outfit will get tons of likes.

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POETIC LICENSE $130, modcloth.com

DIBA $50, dsw.com (available at the end of October)

KATE SPADE $375, katespade.com (similar styles)

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FASHION

Throwback Trends

These stars know that some looks deserve a second life! Try a fashion #TBT with one of these pieces stolen from recent decades.

Add some flare— #sorrynotsorry—to any outfit with these hippie faves. Go full boho with a blouse like Vanessa’s, or top them with a simple T-shirt for a casual-chic look.

EXTRA-LONG EARRINGS Jaw-dropping jewels? More like jaw-grazing! To give big bling the spotlight it deserves, take a cue from Kendall and style your hair away from your face.

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DRESS Jessica Simpson Collection, $120, jessicasimpson .com

It makes sense that these mesh-backed caps like Hailey’s have reappeared as a must-have accessory: They’re the definition of laid-back cool.

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It’s fun to play with a new vibe, and this printed basic is a pretty way to feel like a grunge princess. Just ask Taylor!

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HAT Vans, $20, vans.com

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FLIP THE PAGE

See more looks and get how-tos from lip-art boss Ryan Kelly ( @ryankellymua), a finalist in the 2016 NYX Face Awards.

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Master the Crazy-cool lip selfies flooding your feed? Get in on them too— no matter what your skill set. BY KELSEY CASTAÑON

Photographs by Allie Kircher

BEAUTY

Purple Haze

REVLON Super Lustrous Sheer Lipstick in Fuchsia Shock, $8, drugstores. COVERGIRL Katy Kat Matte Lipstick in Cosmo Kitty, $7, drugstores.

Get a sugar rush with this candyinspired ombré. 1 / Color in the outer thirds of your lips with lavender lipstick. 2 / Fill in the center area of your lips with a fuchsia shade until it just overlaps with the purple. 3 / To create the faded effect, dab on a clear lip balm with your fingers. Press your lips together to blend: “The more you do that, the cooler it looks,” Ryan says. “You can’t mess it up.” Ryan, left, with Kate Foster, our beauty assistant and lip model.

Power Pout

Pro Hacks

Let Wonder Woman be your inspo with this super combo. 1 / Using a metallic gold lip liner or eyeliner, create an m shape from your Cupid’s bow to the middle of each side of your upper lip. (FROM LEFT) 2/ Trace red liner NYX COSMETICS under the m and #LOTD-Lip of the Day Lip Art Liner in Sunlit, $7, around the rest of nyxcosmetics.com. your lips to keep CLINIQUE Pop Matte Lip Colour everything in place. + Primer in Peppermint Pop, 3/ Fill lips with a $18.50, clinique.com. creamy red lipstick. ESSENCE Longlasting Lipliner 4/ Use the gold liner in Ready for Red, $2.50, essencemakeup.com. again to add a single streak down the center of your lower lip.

Ryan dishes on how to make a mouth masterpiece.

1. Start with a Clean Canvas

Exfoliate with a lip scrub to get rid of any flakes or dryness.

2. Stay Steady

Channel your inner artist with a dope drip painting. 1 / Apply an opaque white lipstick as your base. 2 / Randomly dab on dots of bright lip colors. 3 / For the splatter, dip a wet angled shadow brush into an eyeshadow (stick to the same shades you used in step 2) and flick it onto your pout. Repeat with other colors. Heads up: Do this before getting dressed—or doing the rest of your makeup—it can get messy! 4 / With a makeup wipe, clean up any flecks of color that landed on your skin.

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Lipsticks (clockwise from top) THE ESTÉE EDIT Lip Flip in Turn Up (yellow), $22, sephora.com. MAC COSMETICS Lipstick in Dreampot (royal blue), $17, maccosmetics.com. MAYBELLINE NEW YORK Color Sensational The Loaded Bolds in Wickedly White (white), $7.50, drugstores. NYX COSMETICS Macaron Lippies in Key Lime (green), $6, nyxcosmetics.com. Shadow Palette NYX COSMETICS Ultimate Shadow Palette in Brights, $18, nyxcosmetics.com.

3. Make It Last

In between steps, blot lips with a tissue (which also prevents colors from coming off on your teeth).

4. Give It More Attention For a lip look that really pops, swipe a highlighter onto your Cupid’s bow and along the bottom of your lower lip.

5. Chin Up

For the best selfie, angle your face up toward a light source, which will make your lips look bigger.

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New Ponies

CÉDRIC CHARLIER

Give your plain old tail an instant upgrade. Spray on detangler, secure hair at the nape of your neck with an elastic, and then follow the directions for one of these dope twists.

LEANNE MARSHALL

Want a fun way to get to the K? Post pics of a mani with one or two accent nails. Just paint on a nude base coat and let it dry, then use a dotting tool or a toothpick dipped in gold polish to create cute stars on any of your fingers.

ESSIE Good as Gold, $9, essie.com OPI Infinite Shine in Don’t Ever Stop!, $12.50, ulta.com

How-To: Make a small hole above the elastic, flip the tail under, and pull it through the opening. Secure with another elastic below the loop, then wrap a piece of hair around it and pin.

How-To: Take a strand from the underside of your pony and wrap it around the tail three times. Loop the strand over the top section of the wrap, then secure it with a pin.

NOT YOUR MOTHER’S Knotty to Nice Conditioning Detangler, $7, ULTA stores

TBT

Those Brows Tho

Juicy Kissers

Basic arches are about to be a total throwback. Amp up yours by underlining each one with glittery liquid liner, or add some brow-lights— Benefit’s gel adds subtle shimmer to give hairs depth.

We kid you not: You can fake a fuller pout with super-shiny gloss. This one looks epic solo or dabbed over your go-to nude shade.

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LANCÔME Juicy Tube in Pure, $19, lancome-usa .com

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BENEFIT 3D Browtones, $24, benefitcosmetics .com

BRB

Bitty Rough Braids

Teeny boho plaits are having a moment. To create this look, work a styling cream into strands, then weave two small braids and connect them at the back of your head with a clear elastic. CHI Styling Cream Gel, $16, loxabeauty.com

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NYX COSMETICS Liquid Crystal Liner in Crystal Pewter, $4.50, nyxcosmetics.com

RODARTE

IRL

Intense Red Lips

NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Train Bleu, $26, narscosmetics .com

BTW

Big Textured Waves Get va-va-volume by curling strands with a spiral wand, then spritzing texturizer from roots to tips. Run your hands through the coils to make them messy. Already curly? Just skip the wand step.

NBD

NailBed Decor Cuticle art will be the envy of your crew . . . and it’s a cinch to DIY. With a nail-art kit, stencil a design on the bottom half of your tips, or use a striping brush to apply a white line of polish down the center of your nails (and slightly onto your skin).

KISS Nail Artist Paints & Stencil Kits in Gala, $7, Walgreens stores

DELPOZO

DAVINES More Inside This Is a Dry Texturizer, $32, davines.com BED HEAD 1 "Spiral Iron, $30, ULTA stores

RACHEL ANTONOFF

E.L.F. Day to Night Lipstick Duo in Red Hot Reds, $4, elfcosmetics .com

ERMANNO SCERVINO

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CREATURES

OF THE WIN

A vampy pout is the edgiest way to get out of a beauty rut. Feeling bold? Swipe on a few coats of a deep pencil. Or try an ombré effect—with a double-sided lipstick (like E.l.f.’s), there’s nothing to it: Apply the darker shade on the outside of your mouth and the classic crimson in the center.

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BEAUTY

SLAY YOUR SELFIE

Pretty Little Liars star and Bioré brand ambassador Shay Mitchell reveals her picture-perfect tricks. AS TOLD TO MARTA TOPRAN

My Instaglam Essentials

Skin Saviors

“It’s really important to have a cleansing routine. This gentle scrub takes off all my makeup, which is great. On Sundays, I like to do a spa day and use pore strips.” BIORÉ Limited Edition Deep Cleansing Pore Strips, $6.50, and Baking Soda Cleansing Scrub, $10, drugstores

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Behind every good photo, there are 5,000 that got deleted.

Hair Helper

REALITY CHECK

“With social media, you have to remind yourself that you’re looking at somebody’s highlight reel. I don’t normally post photos of me in bed when I’ve had a bad day.”

My Fave Bright Lip MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Lady Danger, $17, maccosmetics .com

Set the Scene

“Go next to a window when you take your selfie. Good natural light is the best. I always like having clean backgrounds, too.” 2

Strike a Pose

“I have a signature. I choose my left side—I don’t know why! Hold the camera above you at a slight angle. Then think of something funny so you can get a natural laugh. Those are the best shots! I never nail it on the first try.” 3

SELFIE POWER

“So many girls have said to me, ‘I go to a predominantly Caucasian school and there aren’t a lot of girls who look like me, but seeing your photos makes me feel more confident,’ ” says the half-Filipino star.

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Take Advantage of Apps

“I like Instagram’s filters and tools. Also, Afterlight is great for giving photos a moody tone that makes it look as if they were shot on a professional camera. I use Facetune, too; if I have a zit, I blur it out—who are we kidding?!?” 5

Brows on Point

“Even if I haven’t had my eyebrows waxed in a while, I can fake it by putting this concealer pencil on my browbone, which I love.” KELLEY BAKER BROWS Camo-Light Highlighter Pencil, $22, kelleybakerbrows.com

Crowdsource Your Pics

“I’ll send my photos to Sammy, my assistant, and she’ll pick which one to post from the five that I have in my favorites folder.” 4

JOHN FRIEDA Frizz Ease Daily Nourishment Leave-In Conditioning Spray, $7, drugstores

Post, Then Chill

“I don’t look at how many likes I get. Just ask yourself, Did you like the photo that you put up? You did? Okay, then stop worrying about it!”

Cheekbone Tip

“If contouring is done correctly, it enhances your features—it’s not about hiding anything. There are so many amazing videos on YouTube you can look up for proper techniques.” CHARLOTTE TILBURY Filmstar Bronze & Glow Face Sculpt & Highlight, $68, charlottetilbury.com

MITCHELL: BAUER-GRIFFIN (3). STILL LIFES: COURTESY OF BRANDS.

“I always have my car windows down—it gives my hair great texture. To keep it conditioned, I do a leave-in.”

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BEAUTY

FACETIME

Is Your Phone

WRECKING YOUR SKIN? Here are the signs that the lifeline to your social life is sabotaging your complexion. BY KELSEY CASTAÑON

You’re Noticing Weird Lines

If you’re glued to your phone (and studies say you are— for up to 10 hours a day!), you may get wrinkles at an early age. Squinting to read texts creates eye crinkles and frown lines, while looking down at your cell leads to “tech neck,” a crease that resembles a choker. “Repetitive motions gradually weaken the skin,” says dermatologist Ashley Magovern, M.D. TECH SUPPORT Increase your font to Mom and Dad size (20 points or more). And chin up! Keep your cell at eye level. SKIN S.O.S. No matter what, the eye area is the first to wrinkle. Prevent that by using a cream packed with vitamins A, C, and E. NO7 Early Defence Eye Cream, $20, ULTA stores

Have a Crazy Face Rash?

Unexplained red bumps on your hands or face mean you may be allergic to your phone. According to studies, some mobile devices contain nickel (a common skin allergen), and that’s led to doctors seeing more breakouts. Avoid irritation with a nickel-free phone case (most are, but check to be safe), says Dr. Gohara.

You’ve Lost Your Glow

A harmless text at bedtime could end up keeping you awake for hours. The ding makes you peek at your cell, and then the blue LED light stimulates your brain, says dermatologist Mona Gohara, M.D. That throws off your body’s level of melatonin—the chemical that makes you sleepy. Nighttime is when skin repairs itself, so slack on zzz’s and you’ll wake up looking dull and tired. TECH SUPPORT Put your phone away an hour before bed. Can’t go without? Dim the screen light, or if you have an iPhone, set it to Night Shift to tone down the blue glare automatically. SKIN S.O.S. An overnight mask with stimulating goji berry makes skin look fresh in the a.m.—even when you’re dragging.

You Have Cheek Zits

Your phone is really dirty—like, toilet seat– level dirty, studies say. “There’s makeup and oil coating the surface, which transfer to your skin and plug up your pores,” says Dr. Gohara. This causes inflammation and acne in your “phone zone”—the area from your upper cheek to your chin. TECH SUPPORT Keep your screen clean with antibacterial wipes (or facial towelettes you already own). Also, wash your hands often, so dirt on your fingers doesn’t transfer to your phone.

You’ve Got Brown Spots

The longer you chat on the phone, the more it heats up. That warmth triggers the production of melanin (the skin’s pigment) and can leave you with annoying dark spots or discoloration, says Dr. Magovern. TECH SUPPORT Use speakerphone or earbuds with a mic as much as possible.

SKIN S.O.S. Glycolic acid pads can help de-gunk pores and gently exfoliate skin to keep it clear.

SKIN S.O.S. Try a serum with vitamin C to brighten existing spots and antiinflammatory green tea to calm skin so future ones won’t pop up.

L’ORÉAL PARIS Revitalift Bright Reveal Brightening Peel Pads, $20, drugstores

CLINIQUE Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Corrector & Optimizer, $79.50, clinique.com

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MAIN PHOTO: STEPHANIE RAUSSER/ TRUNK ARCHIVE. STILL LIFE: JON PATERSON/STUDIO D.

LANCÔME Énergie de Vie Melt-in Sleeping Mask, $65, lancome-usa.com

BEAUTY

Scary-Fun

HALLOWEEN DIYs Obsessed with how-tos, filters, and tutorial vids? There’s a costume for that! BY KELSEY CASTAÑON

Marie Muscarella Appelt @marie appelt

Clown Contour Pay tribute to those ubiquitous Instagram sculpting pics with a colorful unblended version.

1 / Paint Cheeks Draw circles onto apples with pink lipstick. 2 / Define Key Areas Run a contour stick (like Maybelline New York Face Studio Master Contour V-Shape Duo Stick, $11, drugstores) across your hairline, along your jaw, and under your cheeks.

3 / Add Highlights Use a color-correcting kit (try Sephora + PANTONE UNIVERSE Correct + Conceal Palette, $49, sephora.com) to make differently hued shapes all over your face. 4 / Set It Don’t blend! Just dust on translucent powder so the colors don’t run.

Brittany Marie @Getting Pretty

Gold Star

We know you love YouTube transformation videos, so don’t forget to film yourself as you turn into Victoria Justice as Janet in The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

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Before there were face swaps and flower crowns, there was this OG Snapchat filter that was equal parts weird and hilarious.

Victoria in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, which airs this month on FOX.

1 / Do the Wave Grab a facepainting kit. Wet a flat paintbrush and dip it into the red shade. Starting on the left side of your bottom lip, drag the brush down your collarbone, creating wavy lines as you go. 2 / Repeat From left, apply colors in order of Roy G. Biv (skip a hue if it won’t fit on your

mouth). Draw on stars with white paint. Clean up edges with a damp paper towel. 3 / Line Eyes Trace lower lashes with a white pencil (try Essence Cosmetics Smokey 2in1 Khôl Liner in White, $3.50, ulta.com). Apply mascara to your top lashes. 4 / Flush Up Swirl a bright pink blush onto your cheeks.

PINTEREST.COM/SEVENTEEN Tons of Halloween dress-up inspo!

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1 / Get Glowing With a powder brush, dust a sparkly gold shadow, like MAC Cosmetics Dazzleshadow in I Like 2 Watch ($18, maccosmetics.com), onto eyes, brows, and cheekbones until the color is super-saturated. 2 / Apply Lipstick We like Dior Diorific Matte Velvet Colour Lipstick in Golden #065, $38, dior.com. 3 / Finish With Falsies Add glue to the band of faux lashes, then press it onto your upper lashline to help it stick.

Rainbow Mouth

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Glam Gear Your between-class touch-up kit should be just as cool as you are. SONIA KASHUK Soft Cosmetic Case in Blue Floral, $8, Target stores

Berry Bubbly Scent skin and give it a glow with a shimmery blackberry suds. LUSH COSMETICS The Comforter Shower Cream, $10, lushusa.com

Bright Angle Swirl on this gem-like blush for a multidimensional, natural-looking flush.

Tinted Love

ESSENCE COSMETICS Mosaic Blush in Berry Connection, $4, essencemakeup.com

Gradually darken your lashes with each use and crush #nomakeup days.

cheap Pen Pal Cat-eye training wheels! Use the round tip to dot on a wing shape, then connect it. REVLON ColorStay Liquid Eye Pen in Ball Point, $9, drugstores

RIMMEL LONDON Wonder’Lash Volume Colourist Mascara, $9.50, drugstores

THRILLS Babes on a budget, you’ll ❤ these finds—just $10 and under! BY KATE FOSTER

Two-Timer This silver-flecked rosy balm doubles as a highlighter. EOS Shimmer Sphere Lip Balm, $5.50, Walgreens stores

Gimme Space Rock a rad cosmic mani for out-of-this-world attention. CHINA GLAZE in (from left) Holo At Ya Girl! and Don’t Mesh With Me, $7.50 each, beautyplussalon.com

Holo Back You’ll slay at smoothing frizzies with this colorshifting paddle brush. HOT TOOLS Rainbow Ionic Paddle Brush, $9, jcpenney.com

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Plum Perfect One coat looks pretty for class; two or three get your pout weekend-ready. MAC COSMETICS Sized to Go Lipglass in Rebel, $10, maccosmetics.com

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These hot new products will basically change your life. BY KELSEY CASTAÑON

PUCKER PUNCH

One whiff of these lippies and you’ll be in scent heaven. The delish fruit flavors (including plum, strawberry, apple, and more) are nothing short of da balm.

GET A-LIST LOCKS

Nail the Shot

Jessica Alba is hair goals, and now her eco-friendly beauty brand is rolling out styling products (like the leave-in for healthier strands, right) that will help you get her look. Bonus: They’re sulfate- and paraben-free.

These glam polishes from vlogger Huda Kattan ( @hudabeauty) and Formula X will make your mani so Insta-worthy. Just swipe one on, snap a pic, and hit share!

HONEST BEAUTY Beyond Hydrated Moisture Milk Leave-in Conditioner, $20, ulta.com

TOP TEES

FORMULA X #ColorCurators: Huda Beauty Edition Nail Polishes in (from left) Sexy Date Night, Baroque Babe, and Trendsetter, $12.50 each, sephora.com

@SEVENTEEN Gorgeous beauty inspo.

Great blowout, meet your new wardrobe: DryBar, the popular blow-dry-only salon, is launching a clothing line with way cute phrases we can all relate to. DRYBAR High Low Muscle Tank in White, $33, thedrybar.com

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Spread the love with this adorbs makeup brush: Every purchase benefits Look Good Feel Better, a program that helps cancer patients during treatment. IT COSMETICS Love Beauty Fully Love Is the Foundation Brush, $30, ulta.com

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REVLON Kiss Balms, $5 each, Walmart stores

What’s Your

Scent Style? BY MADDIE ABERMAN

All you want to do on Saturday night is:

a. Have a mani-pedi party and watch A Cinderella Story. b. Hit up a new restaurant with bae. c. Send cute snaps to your crush. d. Go to a party with your squad.

Your weekend fashion staples are:

COLES: ALLIE KIRCHER. STILL LIFES: (PLUM SLICES) ISTOCK; (ALL OTHERS) GET T Y IMAGES.

THE POWER OF PERFUME

some girls reapply lipstick all day long. I spray fragrance. I put it on in the morning, during the day in my office, right before I go out in the evening, and sometimes in a cab. (And when I travel, I spray the clothes in my suitcase, so I don’t have to carry a big bottle.) What I love most about perfume is it changes your mood. Not only can it bring back glorious memories—one spray of a particular fragrance, and I am back in Yorkshire, England, laughing and cycling with friends—but it also helps project the energy you want to put out to the world. When I was younger, I wore a lot of dark perfumes. Today I stick to tart citrus scents. They reflect my sense of humor: It’s dry, definitely not sweet. And you will never catch me wearing vanilla!

To find out your happy perfume place, take this quiz—then visit Macy’s for their Scent Event, September 28 through October 9, where you can test them all.

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a. Off-the-shoulder tops. b. Denim and bomber jackets. c. Floral sundresses. d. Faux-leather pants.

No homecoming look is complete without: a. Major lashes. b. A cat-eye flick. c. A pop of highlighter. d. Matte red lips.

4. What’s prominent

on your Pinterest grid? a. Ruffles and peonies. b. Drool-worthy decor. c. Beauty tutorials and inspo. d. European vacay #goals.

How do you satisfy your sweet tooth? a. Pastel macarons. b. Crème brûlée. c. Lemon sorbet. d. Chocolate anything.

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YOU ARE . . .

MOSTLY

C’s

FRESH AND FLIRTY

A’s

DOLCE & GABBANA Dolce, $117, Macy’s CHLOÉ Fleur de Parfum, $132, Macy’s

ROMANTIC AND FEMININE

Nothing says L-O-V-E like the smell of slightly sweet florals: Daffodil and water lily are as girly as it gets. A bouquet is gorge but temporary—keep the feels alive with a floral spritz.

NARCISO RODRIGUEZ Narciso, $114, Macy’s VIKTOR & ROLF Flowerbomb, $165, Macy’s BURBERRY My Burberry Black, $125, Macy’s

CALVIN KLEIN Eternity, $86, Macy’s MARC JACOBS Daisy Eau So Fresh, $108, Macy’s

MOSTLY

B’s

CONFIDENT AND SOPHISTICATED You have a distinct sense of style and heart a splurge—get a fragrance on your level. Interesting pairings like peach and patchouli or candied rose and amber offer a luxe scent with a strong point of view—just like you!

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MOSTLY

Like the clothes in your closet and your decorating style, your scent should be crisp, invigorating, and happy. Citruses like grapefruit and orange, plus raspberry, pear, and bright green notes spread your positive vibes.

Curious About Bae? Put the guy in your life to the test.

What’s his fave restaurant? a. Anywhere

with steak.

The sport he’s amaze at: a. Football. b. Track.

b. Chipotle.

His closet is full of:

a. Varsity jackets. b. Flannels and Vans.

MOSTLY

D’s

SEXY AND GLAMOROUS Your dream college is in a big city and you can’t wait to get in on the action. Look for dark, elegant bottles filled with glam rose, coffee, or vanilla.

THE SCENT EVENT!

Bring your results into Macy’s Scent Event from September 28 through October 9. There’s no better time to test-drive something new, thanks to exclusive gifts and freebies (designer tote bags, makeup pouches, umbrellas, duffels, and more). Happy spritzing!

YVES SAINT LAURENT Black Opium, $115, Macy’s CALVIN KLEIN Deep Euphoria, $92, Macy’s

HE IS . . . Mostly A’s

Mostly B’s

He is the leader of his crew and needs a bold fragrance with mysterious wood notes to match.

He always knows the coolest new indie bands, so make sure that his fragrance is just as chill. Citrusy scents with herbs like basil and rosemary fit his easygoing personality.

BURBERRY Mr. Burberry, $88, Macy’s NARCISO RODRIGUEZ Bleu Noir, $89, Macy’s

GIORGIO ARMANI Acqua di Giò, $85, Macy’s CALVIN KLEIN Eternity for Men, $78, Macy’s

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BODY& HEALTH

NETFLEX & CHILL Don’t feel like getting off the couch to work out? No sweat! Trainer and fitstagrammer Katie Austin (@katie.austin) put together five moves you can do while streaming your favorite show. Let’s do this! by ANDREA STANLEY Photographs by JOSHUA PESTKA

TUNE IN, TONE UP!

“I have days where I don’t want to move,” Katie, 23, says. “But being a little bit active is better than nothing, so I created this quick series to do while I’m watching The Office!”

Side Leg Lifts WHERE YOU’LL FEEL THE BURN: Outer thighs and butt WHAT TO DO: Lie on your side, propped up on your elbow. With toes pointed and core muscles engaged, slowly lift your right leg up toward the ceiling as high as you can go. Count to three, then slowly lower leg back down, maintaining control. Repeat. REPS: Do 10 on each side

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BODY& HEALTH A

V-Ups

CUE UP A CHALLENGE

Whenever you hear a song playing on your show, drop down into a lunge and pulse for 8 counts on each leg.

WHERE YOU’LL FEEL THE BURN: Core WHAT TO DO: A To start, sit on the edge of the couch with feet together and knees bent halfway to your chest. To help with balance, hold on to the edge of the couch. B Extend your legs out, bringing your upper body about halfway to the back of the couch as your legs straighten. Squeeze abdominal muscles. Return to start. REPS: 10

SWEAT IT OUT BETWEEN SCENES

If you just can’t look away from the screen, do this move while you’re waiting for a new episode to load.

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Lunges WHERE YOU’LL FEEL THE BURN: Thighs and butt WHAT TO DO: A Stand a couple of feet in front of the couch. Extend your right leg back, and rest the top of your foot on the edge of the seat, keeping your knee straight. B Bend your left leg and drop into a lunge, keeping your shoulders over your hips and making sure your knee is in line with your ankle (not over your toes). REPS: Do 10 on each side

All the Snacks! Try one of these healthy bites during your next TV sesh.

FRUIT AND CHOCOLATE

Mix ½ cup of raspberries and 1 tbsp. chopped dark chocolate. Drizzle with honey to take it to the next level.

INSIDE-OUT GUAC

Cut an avocado in half (and remove the pit). Top it with three crumbled whole-grain tortilla chips, 1 tbsp. salsa, and a squeeze of lime juice.

CARAMEL CORN

In a small pot, heat 2 tbsp. honey and ¼ cup nut butter until bubbling. Pour over a single-serving bag of microwavable popcorn; let cool before eating.

Spider Planks WHERE YOU’LL FEEL THE BURN: Biceps, triceps, and core WHAT TO DO: A Place your hands on the couch and get into a plank, making sure your body is in a straight line from your shoulders to your heels. B Slowly bring your left knee up and in so it touches your elbow. Return foot to start. Repeat on opposite side for one rep. REPS: 20

Squat Taps WHERE YOU’LL FEEL THE BURN: Thighs and butt WHAT TO DO: A Stand in front of the couch with feet hip-width apart, arms out, and palms down. B Drop into a squat, keeping knees aligned with toes, and lower your butt as close to the couch as possible without touching. As you return to standing, squeeze your butt. REPS: 10 OCTOBER 2016 / SEVENTEEN.COM

BODY& HEALTH

RAINBOW Right

Multicolored bagels, lattes, and grilled cheese may be cool to look at in your feed, but here’s a healthier way to give your meals a prismatic spin. by ANDREA STANLEY

GREEN

Not only do sunshine-colored bites give off a cheery vibe, but they also make your body happy. They’re rich with vitamin C, which keeps your immune system on point and your bones and teeth strong—now that’s a reason to smile!

Even the most pro-FNV girl can eat only so many plants! This is how to sneak them in.

1 ORANGE

These bright foods contain beta-carotene, which helps protect your skin from the sun—sort of like natural sunscreen! (You still need SPF, though.) And they’re full of vitamin A, which is key for vision and bone health, Alexandra says. Feel free to throw (lots of this) shade on your plate.

RED

Crimson-colored foods pack a serious health punch thanks to an antioxidant called lycopene, which reduces the risk of certain types of cancer. Also worth starring: “Your body can make better use of the lycopene in tomatoes when they’re cooked as opposed raw,” Alexandra says. You don’t have to be a chef— some jarred marinara on your fave pasta will do the trick.

MAKE THEM PART OF YOUR A.M.

Veggies aren’t just something to eat during p.m. hours. Kick off your morning with a savory bite: Try full-fat plain Greek yogurt topped with diced cucumber, mango, and granola. Or top eggs with chopped avocados, tomatoes, and peppers.

GIVE ’EM NEW ROLES

REACH FOR THEM FIRST

Use spinach dip instead of mustard on a sandwich, or sub in a leafy green in place of a tortilla or a slice of bread.

BLUE/ PURPLE

Did you know foods that are indigo or violet in pigment, like blackberries and purple cauliflower, can give you studying superpowers? They’ll boost your ability to remember things. Facts. So eat up before a big test! Bonus intel: The deeper their hue, the better they are for you!

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VEGGED OUT?

If you make the effort to add a side salad to what you’re eating, don’t let your good intentions go to waste. Before you dig into that slice of cheesy pizza— and risk getting full—down your veggies!

PINTEREST.COM/SEVENTEEN Find tons of yummy recipes.

PHOTO: BRIT TANY WRIGHT/ WRIGHTKITCHEN.COM.

YELLOW

Go kale crazy! Leafy vegetables pack more nutrients than many foods. And in general, any veggie this color is full of chlorophyll, which gets oxygen moving through your body and amps up your energy, says Alexandra Dawson, the nutritionist behind all the beautiful healthies on the Insta feed @tallulahalexandra.

A Sweet Piece of Fun.

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FRIENDS, FAMILY & OTHER LOVES

(YOURCIRCLE) 1

OWN UP TO YOUR BEHAVIOR “When I got grounded for a bad grade, I was so mad. But instead of fighting with my parents and making things worse, I handed over my phone as asked. After a few hours, I talked to them about what had landed me in phone jail and how I planned to work harder. I also showed accountability by offering to help pay my monthly cell bill. And they gave back my phone right away! I learned the value of admitting when you’re wrong and not taking things for granted.”

Sixty-five percent of parents have taken away technology as a punishment, according to a recent study.

–Grace, 15, Bethlehem, PA

EMBRACE GOING TECH-FREE “My phone usually gets taken away because I use it too much. The last time it happened, I decided to enjoy the tech-free month. I ended up having long convos with my siblings— something we rarely do when we all have our faces buried in phones. My parents noticed and gave my cell back early because they saw me lose my dependency on it—which of course was the point. But what’s even better is that I was reminded of what I’m missing when I don’t take the time to look up.”

–Ruth, 18, Wantagh, NY

3 PHOTO: PORAVUTE SIRIPHIROON/SHUT TERSTOCK. 17 SOURCE: PEW RESEARCH CENTER.

Earn Your

Phone Back Being digitally grounded is the worst. These real-girl strategies can help you reclaim your cell privileges. by HEATHER VIGGIANI

MAKE A CASE FOR SAFETY “This might seem a little manipulative, but I reminded my parents that without my phone I wouldn’t be able to contact them quickly if I were in danger. They knew that wasn’t my real concern, but they decided to let me have my phone back on weekends when I was out with my friends. That helped me get through my four-week grounding. I did end up doing better in school without the cell distraction, so I’ve actually started leaving it at home on the days when I need some extra focus.” –Citbaly, 17, Salt Lake City, UT OCTOBER 2016 / SEVENTEEN.COM

I Have

7.5 Million Followers—

But No BFF

Vine sensation Lauren Giraldo, 18, reveals a surprising downside of online fame and what her search for offline friends has taught her. as told to HEATHER VIGGIANI

Feels Fact

“Happiness is an emotion,” says Lauren. “It’s not something you achieve just by becoming well-known.”

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A few years ago, I was just a typical teen who spent hours in front of my computer watching Kingsley and Jenna Marbles on YouTube. I also followed them—and tons of other social media stars—on Instagram and Twitter, and it seemed as if they had it all: successful channels, good friends (each other!), and amazing lives in Los Angeles. So in June of 2015, when I made the decision to move from Miami to Los Angeles so I could grow my Vine following, I assumed I’d end up with the same incredibly happy, friend-filled life. What actually happened was quite the opposite.

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Social Butterfly

Lauren’s hilarious Vine videos ( LaurenGiraldo) made her a star. Here’s where she shares other sides of her personality.

• YOUTUBE

LAURENGIRALDO1 “In my daily vlogs, I candidly take you through what’s going on in my life and have occasional topic videos.”

• TWITTER

@LaurenGiraldo “This is where I post funny and random things that happen to me, along with commentary on social issues and topics I feel strongly about.”

• SNAPCHAT

Lglaurennnn “For me, Snaps are like mini vlogs. Most of the time, I post little humorous moments, but occasionally I’ll go on a rant.”

It took a lot of convincing, but my • INSTAGRAM parents let me leave high school @LaurenGiraldo “That’s where you’ll find all before my junior year so I could my selfies with travel photos mixed in.” pursue my dream of being a social media star. They even helped me set up my own apartment in California. (The idea of living alone didn’t make out: You aren’t alone here. I liked having people to do things with, and me nervous.) Instead of attending a it felt like we were on the road to regular school, I enrolled in a local becoming besties fast. program where a teacher comes to your house, but I wasn’t worried Frenemy Ground about making new friends. I had a As the months passed, my new group bunch back home, plus I’d been to and I were getting along well, I was social media–related events in L.A. boosting my followers on social, a few times and met a bunch of fun people. So at the very least, I had that and I was starting to have the life I’d always dreamed of. Naturally, network to fall back on. all of my hangout sessions were But almost immediately after documented through my posts, settling into my new place, it hit tweets, and videos. I thought nothing me: Although I spent my days of it at first. interacting with fans, none of Then one day, I didn’t it happened face-to-face. post a pic right away The only person The glamorous from an outing with within miles who I scene I saw from my friends, and they actually knew was afar turned out to started bugging me my manager. I be nothing but a bunch about putting it up. It legit didn’t have of people willing to made me worry they anyone my own do anything just to make it—even if that meant were using me for my age to even grab acting fake to boost popularity, and that lunch with. their numbers. made me sad. I tried to I turned to my ignore my concerns—it industry contact list felt so narcissistic. Still, much sooner than I’d because I knew everything we originally thought I would, and luckily everyone was quick to say did was going to be documented for the whole Internet to see, I felt like yes to hanging out. I was so relieved I always had to look put together and thought, Okay, no need to freak SEVENTEEN.COM/REALSTORIES Check out more inspiring real-girl stories.

and be “on.” My life didn’t seem real anymore—it was all for show. I wondered, Where were the besties who I could just kick it with and be myself around? Friend Fallout

I decided to start distancing myself from the squad. When they asked me to do a video collab and I said no, we got into a huge fight. I realized then that I valued our offline relationship more than they did. I felt so betrayed. After that, I tried going out to parties and events so I could meet new people, but I would always end up surrounded by a bunch of social media stars who, I suspected, were looking for followers rather than friends. The glamorous scene I saw from afar turned out to be nothing but a bunch of people willing to do anything just to make it—even if that meant acting fake in order to boost their numbers. At the same time, I was having a falling out with my BFF back in Miami, so the only person I could turn to as a friend was my manager. As awesome as it was to have him to talk to, I missed having a girlfriend who totally gets me and what I’m going through. One day, I had the worst period cramps ever, and I knew I couldn’t tell him about them, so I ranted on Snapchat instead. While my fans are so supportive and I know they have my back, it’s not the same as telling your BFF—she’d run out to get chocolate! New Bestie Pact

My guard is up now because I don’t want to get hurt again, but I really do want to trust people and have close relationships. It’s a tough balance. Don’t get me wrong: There are tons of people I like to hang out with, but I’m sad that even though I have millions of followers, I don’t feel like I have a deep level of friendship with anyone. I do know that once I find that person, I’ll appreciate how valuable it is to have someone I can be my real, silly, unfiltered, makeup-free self around— no cameras required. OCTOBER 2016 / SEVENTEEN.COM

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Decoding Your

CRUSH’S SNAPS

Trading messages and confused about where you stand? We asked a bunch of real guys and girls what these exchanges (re-created by our intern Max) actually mean. by HEATHER VIGGIANI WHAT IT MEANS

WHAT YOU GET

THE CRUSHBOI Are they always looking at you with virtual puppy-dog eyes? “I turn to the dog lens when I’m smitten!” says J.J., 20. In fact, a majority of the people we asked use this on top of a cute solo pic when they’re into someone and want them to notice. WHAT YOU GET

WHAT IT MEANS

THE HOOKUPBOI Random pings for a meetup, with no selfie game, are a sign a person wants action, not a relationship. “I send a snap like this if I just think you’re hot,” says Adam, 17. A crush who’s serious about you will try to make an emotional connection. WHAT YOU GET

WHAT IT MEANS

THE FRIENDZONEBOI

THE GHOSTBOI

Clues someone just wants to stay in the squad zone? Group shots (especially with other girls), goofy expressions, silly lenses, and anything else purely funny. Erica, 19, adds “I also make sure I’m never the one who’s initiating the conversation.”

Black screen + short amount of text = move on! You’re barely getting a response (and if you do, it’s this thoughtless). “I’ve done this to hint I’m just not interested,” says Nick, 18. Find someone who is ready to get on a streak with you!

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It’s been a long day for Zendaya. After waking up early to shoot her TV series, K.C. Undercover, the singer-actress is back at her modern L.A. home. She’s chilling with her dad (her parents live in the house, too); her miniature schnauzer, Noon; and her K.C. costar Kamil McFadden, when her mom texts her from the kitchen that her guest is there. Moments later Zendaya appears, looking as cool and laid-back as you’d imagine: She’s dressed in cozy gray sweats and wearing glasses. She has her hair in a messy bun and not a trace of makeup on her face. Most celebs, let alone people, probably wouldn’t show up for an interview looking this real, but that’s what makes Zendaya Coleman (whose first name means “to give thanks” in Shona, a Bantu language of Zimbabwe) so awesome. “I would go out to eat like this!” she admits while sitting at her kitchen table. “I’m not one of those people who really cares about what other people think. I’m just happy with who I am.” Zendaya’s confidence is a big reason the 20-year-old has a legion of ZSwaggers—more than 11 million followers combined on Instagram and Twitter—and why she’s become a legit role model for how to stand up for yourself. Remember how she reacted to criticism of her dreadlocks?

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Or her amazing response to being called anorexic by a comedian? When it comes to dealing with haters, she says, “It’s not about what happens, but how you handle it and turn it into something that can be positive, inspirational, or enlightening.” She has also learned how to handle the critical voices in her own head. “I remember when I was in middle school, I would get test anxiety,” she says. “My teachers had to take me out of the classroom and talk to me because I thought, If I don’t get an A+, I’m going to lose my s***.” Nowadays, Zendaya still gets anxious, but that doesn’t hold her back. “Like, the way I see it in my head, I should be nothing shy of Beyoncé,” she says. “But you can’t freakin’ put that much pressure on yourself. That doesn’t mean don’t strive for the best, because you should. But don’t kill yourself over it. Sometimes I need to realize that I’m human. I’m doing pretty good.” “Pretty good” is an understatement. Aside from crushing it on the Disney Channel, Zendaya is a red-carpet queen, a published author, and one of the faces of CoverGirl. Plus, she has a Barbie in her likeness and a shoe line, and she’s hard at work on her second album. Next year, she’ll hit the big screen in her first major movie, Spider-Man: Homecoming. But first,

1 / LOOK YOUR BEST “Get a good photographer and give instructions to let them know what you like. I use my mom and I tell her, ‘Hold the camera right here.’ It’s okay to stare at yourself for a while and figure out your good side, so you go to it right away.”

2 / BE SELECTIVE “I’m kind of anal about posting. If I take a picture of my whole body and my toe looks weird, I’m not posting it. Someone will zoom in on my toe and be like, ‘What the hell is wrong with her toe?’ I don’t criticize myself, but it’s going to bother me.”

she’s ready to talk about her own super-slaying ways. You’re really coming into your own, but you still live with your parents, and your dad helps guide your career. How do you find independence?

I’m very much in charge of my career and what happens in my life. I have the final say in everything I do. But I still listen to my parents, and I respect them. And they respect me too. They have never sheltered me from anything. They expose me to every aspect of my business—they want me to know where my money is going. Do you guys fight about anything?

Yeah! Of course! We fight about stupid stuff. For example, my dad just yelled at me because my dog took a poop in his man cave. But it’s fine. He’s a puppy. Okay, let’s talk about something totally different: your style. What inspires your look?

My style is very undefined. I made it that way so that I can do whatever I want. I love dressing up just as much as I love wearing casual dingy sweatpants, some good old used socks, and a nice little T-shirt. It’s just different sides of myself. It’s liberating. So many young women are concerned with how other people think they look. I would not

3 / KEEP IT VARIED “On Instagram, I show my fashion, makeup, and also things I’m passionate about. It’s very real and honest. I section out my selfies— pages and pages of someone’s face is annoying. I post memes now and then to spice things up.”

4 / WORK THE APPS “People can really see my personality on Snapchat. I like to be funny and make people laugh. Twitter is where I interact with my fans and get to know what they’re into. I kind of stalk them. I’ll send a little ‘Hey, girl’ or favorite their tweet.”

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be able to rock a mullet to the Grammys if I was afraid of what people thought. That was very ’80s punk. You often flip your style with wigs.

I’ve been working with my stylist, Law Roach, since I was 13. We’re very inspired by past looks—we’re just doing a different version of it. I get inspired by random things I see. I might stumble across an old picture of Cher or Bianca Jagger, or I could be inspired by someone I see walking down the street. TOP AND TROUSERS Barbara Bui, barbarabui.com. CHOKER Zana Bayne, shop.zanabayne.com. CUFFS AND RINGS Beaufille, Forty Five Ten, Dallas, TX. BELT Nine West, ninewest.com.

Was there a point where you weren’t confident enough to wear something daring?

Absolutely. When I started working with Law, I was a little bit more reserved. There was a time when I picked out my own outfits for red-carpet events and I was a little like, What are people going to think? What do I wear? But after experimenting so much and growing up, that just kind of slowly went away. Do you read the comments on pictures and things you post on social media?

I’m not really a comment reader because what I post on Instagram is about my outfit or my faith, and those are things that no one can tell me anything about. If I like it, I like it. But if I’m posting something that is political, sometimes I do read comments to see what people are talking about and thinking. 75

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FOOD “Ice cream. Anything Häagen-Dazs.” CITY “Oakland, California, because that’s where I’m from.” EMOJI “The laughing face with the tears. I overuse it. It fits everything.” SPORTS TEAM AND PLAYER “Obviously the Golden State Warriors. So because of the Warriors, Steph Curry.” APP “Postmates. They go pick up food and stuff for you. If I need tampons or ice cream, they get it for me.” ITEM IN HER CLOSET “My sweatpants.” STYLE OF JEANS “Boyfriend jeans are my go-to. They’re comfortable and they look good with everything. WAY TO DISCOVER MUSIC

“Through my friends who are dancers. They usually come up on the new stuff way before anybody else. They give me the lowdown.” MAKEUP MUSTS “A concealer, a color lip balm that can also go on your cheeks—like CoverGirl Colorlicious Oh Sugar! lip balm— and mascara.” NAIL COLOR

“A good nude—one that is a couple shades lighter than your skin tone so it doesn’t look like it’s part of your finger.” HAIR CARE ESSENTIAL “Coconut oil. Do a little coconut oil treatment now and then, and you’re good to go.”

So you don’t care if you see negative comments?

No. But it also depends. If they attack my character as a human being, that affects me more than like, “Ugly outfit. Change your hair.” When people question my integrity, that’s what bothers me. Even then, I have to remember that it’s a stranger and that person is going through something that I have no idea about. I think social media has helped us communicate when we’re using it for good, but it’s also desensitized us. You see a profile, not a human being. That’s why when I respond to haters, I try to make it as fun and lighthearted as possible. But a lot of people find courage to say terrible stuff on the Internet. I have more respect for people in the old days. Back then, if you didn’t like me, you’d have to come up to me and tell me you don’t like me. Now you just tweet it. That really doesn’t mean anything.

to shine light on their issues. I think that’s important, especially being a black woman, which I do identify as. It’s important to use the special place that I’ve been given not only to uplift all people but also to uplift my black side. That is the side that has to do the most fighting. [She reveals a necklace that’s been covered by her T-shirt.] I wear Queen Nefertiti around my neck because she was one of the first queens from Africa who ran things. Being biracial, have you ever had a hard time finding makeup to match your skin tone?

I’ve had the horror stories—I’ve been orange. I think a lot of times when makeup artists see a mixed girl, they just pick the middle shade, which is not my shade. In fact, I’m probably like four different colors. I do my makeup myself now because I know the products I like and what works for my skin.

Can you remember an instance of something that really stung?

Let’s talk relationships. Do you have any good dating lessons?

Not really. I feel like I brush it off pretty quickly. I gotta walk the walk and talk the talk. I can’t be like, “Be confident and brush things off and move forward,” and not actually do it in my own life.

You can’t be mad at yourself for feeling and living. I’m a very guarded person, but you can’t be so guarded that you don’t allow yourself to feel. If you get hurt along the way, that happens! It makes you stronger; you move forward. Love can be a great thing. Also, you can’t force anybody to be what you want them to be. You’ll be a lot happier when you feel like you don’t need to change someone.

There have been harsh comments directed at your parents’ looks. How do you cope with that?

You can’t fight fire with fire. But I can’t just act like the comments don’t exist. My mom is a prime example of someone who fought to find herself. She lost 80-something pounds and is now super-healthy and coming into her own. I’ve always thought she was beautiful, and now she sees it too. Your mother is white and your father is black. What’s that been like for you?

It’s awesome. I’m proud of who I am, and my parents instilled that in me. I can’t sit here and pretend like being half white doesn’t give me privilege, though, because it does. I don’t go through the same struggles as my darker brothers and sisters. But I can use that privilege

When it comes to friendships, how do you deal with drama?

I don’t play that. Friend drama—those two words shouldn’t even go together. Your friends should hold you down. If your friends are causing you drama, maybe they’re not your friends. I have a very small circle. They are all people I grew up with, met through the people I grew up with, or am literally related to. My best friend is my niece [her oldest brother’s daughter]. She’s 21. Bella Thorne is still one of your close friends, right?

Yeah! We’ll post things to each other on social media, but we know everybody’s

looking at that, so if she wants to talk, she’ll call me or text me. You missed out on going to a regular high school because you were working full-time. Anything you wish you’d experienced?

I kind of wanted to go to prom, but I heard Beyoncé missed her prom. So if Beyoncé can miss her prom, I can miss my prom. You’ve accomplished so much at a young age. How does it feel?

Honestly, I think it’s awesome. Sometimes I forget how young I am. Sometimes I feel like I’m like an 80-year-old grandma because I don’t like to go out. Going out to me is staying in with friends, watching Netflix, cracking jokes, ordering some food. Easy. So you don’t think you’ll turn up for your 21st birthday next year?

I’m just not a “turner-upper.” It doesn’t sound fun to me. I don’t like not being in control of my surroundings. You always seem so confident. Are there ever moments when you feel insecure?

I hold myself to such ridiculously high standards that if I don’t meet or surpass them, I doubt myself. That fear of not being as good as you want to be can limit you from doing things. I feel a lot of people doubt me in the acting space because I’ve never done a big movie, and that’s why I’m excited about doing Spider-Man—I have no preconceived notions about how I’m supposed to deal with it. But I auditioned just like everybody else, and clearly I did something right. Any advice for girls trying to feel as self-assured as you are?

It takes time. Nobody just wakes up and says, “I’m confident and life is great.” It’s a process. It’s okay to be like, “Dang, I’m the bomb.” That’s not conceited. I can’t say that I am there with everything in my life, but there are certain things that I am secure about. You just have to take time to love yourself and be in love with yourself. 77

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Social Media Awards! This year we’re honoring the stars who have Snapped, vlogged, ’grammed, and lip-synched their way onto your feeds—and into your hearts. By Jen Abidor

Lottie Tomlinson @lottietomlinson

Fave Beauty Guru

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“It took me a while to find my signature look and feel confident in it,” says Lottie, 18. “It’s all about experimenting and getting inspired.” While the Brit, aka Louis’s sister and the new Nails Inc. ambassador (she’s wearing their Paint Can Spray On Polish in Good As Gold), enjoys being your #beautygoals, she lives by one tried-and-true style tip: “Just be yourself.”

Jack Baran

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IGNORE THE HATERS, AND

Fave Tastemaker

“In high school, I took a lot of risks with fashion,” says the vlogger, 19. “Knowing that people liked my style and followed me”—he had 200,000 YouTube subscribers by his senior year—“gave me confidence.” That number has grown to over 1.4 million, and Jack takes the power of his influence seriously. “I share things I’m really passionate about, like music or brands, and fans will take my word for it. That’s a really big responsibility.”

ALWAYS DO WHAT YOU ENJOY! –BABY ARIEL

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Baby Ariel @babyariel

Fave Muser

“My friends are all into sports, but I could never figure out what I really loved,” says 15-year-old Ariel Martin. “When I found Musical.ly, I realized being creative and making videos is my thing.” Today she’s the top user on the app, with 11 million followers— and she can’t believe it. “It’s mind-blowing that people know me outside the Internet,” she says. “A year ago, I was watching the Teen Choice Awards on TV and thinking it would be cool to go one day.” This year? She went—and won. “I was so excited and very touched!”

Annelies van Overbeek @anneliesvanoverbeek

Fave Dress-Up Artist

“I’ve always been fascinated by the way costumes can completely transform a person into something magical,” says Annelies, 18, whose imaginative feed is filled with shots of herself as everyone from Harry Potter to Snow White. “It feels good to ‘be’ someone else every once in a while.”

Kylie Jenner

Remi Cruz

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Fave Snapchat Star

There’s no doubt about it: Kylie is the queen—make that king—of Snapchat. The 19-year-old has one of the most viewed accounts on the platform, but sometimes she forgets how many eyes are truly on her. “I never really think about it until I’ll do a hair color and then I’ll see all my fans in the same hair color,” she’s said. “It’s just crazy how much influence I have—it’s cool!”

Fave DIY Guru

“When I was in college, I started posting videos of the decor I made for my dorm room,” Remi, 21, says. “My sorority sisters would go to Michaels and girls would stop them and say, ‘Are you in Remi’s sorority? I’m here to make her DIY projects for myself!’ ” Remi’s following has since expanded offcampus: Her videos have been viewed more than 76 million times—and she’s grown in the process too. “If you watch my first video, I was very shy and quiet,” she says. “Now I talk so much. Without YouTube, I wouldn’t have discovered how much confidence I really have.”

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Fave Duo

What’s it really like to be around your identical twin all the time? According to the 16-year-old Dolans, it’s actually pretty great. “We’ve worked together surprisingly well,” Grayson (right) says. “And if we do argue, we just rock, paper, scissors to resolve it.” One thing they always agree on is how insane it is to get mobbed wherever they go. “It’s a surreal feeling every time people take time out of their days to come find us,” says Ethan. Being heartthrobs, however, doesn’t make dating any easier. “Neither of us has ever been good at talking to girls,” he adds. “We’d like to have girlfriends, but it’s not as easy as it looks!”

Jordan Doww jordandoww

Fave Comedian

“When I was 15, my best friend and I decided to sign up for classes at a comedy club—everyone else was 40 or 50,” recalls Jordan, 21. “I really found my passion there. And then the Internet gave me an audience I never thought I’d reach. I didn’t view it as a platform to get fame or followers. It just happened organically, and I fell in love with it.”

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Ashley Mardell ashleymardell

Fave Advocate

“My mission is to make other people feel accepted and validated,” explains Ashley, 24, whose ABC’s of LGBT videos define all types of identities and explore sexual and gender diversity. She came out online in 2013 and says, “There are a lot of words I understand now that would have been incredibly helpful for me to know when I was a kid. Today, it’s so much easier for people to find community. You’re like, ‘Oh, my gosh, other people feel this way? I’m not the only one?’ And it makes you feel a little bit less alone.”

Andrea Russett

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Fave Crossover Star

Here’s how Andrea, 21, explains her success: “I owe it all to Bieber! I posted my first video in 2009 for a contest to meet him. I didn’t win, but it got, like, three million views and made me want to keep making videos.” That includes Sickhouse, the horror movie that played out entirely on her Snapchat story (and has been viewed over 100 million times). The hardest part of the shoot? Not being able to Snap her actual daily life. “It was so weird—I’m so used to being on it 24-7!”

Krissy Saleh @krissy

Mappy @bopmappy

Fave Style Star

The Tokyo-based 14-year-old is a fashion rebel: “I don’t like how Japanese people are strict and tell me how to dress.” So instead, she rocks #OOTDs mostly made of eclectic vintage finds. “I don’t think I look my best in something too sweet or cute,” says Mappy (whose Insta handle reflects her love of bebop jazz piano). “It doesn’t fit me.” She does, however, wear an adorable grin in many of her photos, which could be one key to her international success. “People like me because I’m happy.”

Fave Photographer

“I used to take pictures of my friends and tag the brands they were wearing,” says Krissy, 19, whose Cali girl–cool Instas landed her a gig shooting campaigns for Brandy Melville (not to mention “Look Cute in Your Coat” on p. 34!). “I hope my photos make everyone I shoot feel beautiful inside and out.”

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Fave Sister Act

The Baileys will never forget an e-mail they got after their “Pretty Hurts” cover went viral in 2013. “It said, ‘Beyoncé wants sign you,’” Halle (left), 16, recalls. “We freaked!” Now, they’ve joined Bey on tour and even performed at the White House. “I can’t believe this all stems from singing a song we love by a person we admire,” Chloe, 18, says. “It’s crazy how things work.”

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I TRIED TO CATCH MY BF CHEATING

“When I thought the guy I was dating was talking to someone else, I made a fake Instagram account and followed him. For the profile pic, I used a hot girl I found online, then I posted random things in the feed, like Drake memes. I sent my boyfriend a flirty DM and he messaged back a heart-eyed emoji. It seemed like I was right about him—but then he stopped responding. A few weeks later, our actual relationship fizzled too. Looking back, I was so immature!” –SKYE, 16

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I Keep Track of Selfie Likes

“My friends and I love taking pictures of ourselves. No one outside of our circle knows this, but we take it so seriously that we have a shared document with a list of selfie rules (like only one bathroom pic a week), and I keep a note in my phone of who gets the most likes each day. I’m called the ‘Selfie CEO.’ If people at school found out about our system, they’d think we were crazy.” –EMILY, 13

I Was an Online Bully

“Freshman year, my friends made the volleyball team and I didn’t. They were always busy so I was alone a lot and I took out my frustration online. I began leaving mean comments on random message boards to stir up drama, but then it spiraled into picking fights with other users. Once I left my computer screen up, and my mom saw some of the things I had posted. I played it off like it wasn’t me and she let it go. But I felt so guilty that I stopped commenting. I’m still embarrassed about it.” –LEAH, 15 86

I SECRETLY JOINED A GAMING COMMUNITY

“I’m part of the preppy crowd at school. I like my friends, but there is one thing I’m into that doesn’t really fit with our vibe: I’m an online gamer. I guess I’m scared to admit that to them because I’m worried I’ll be judged. A lot of nights when my friends are sending funny Snapchats or having a group text, I’m busy strategizing how to win combat games. Whenever they ask what I’m doing, I usually just say I’m working on my homework. Maybe one day I’ll fess up about my hobby so I don’t always have to lie—it doesn’t make me feel great.” –ELIZA, 17

I CATFISHED MY FRIEND

“I was majorly crushing on a kid at school. The problem was that my friend liked him too, and it seemed like he was into her. I was jealous, so I created a fake account to try to pull them apart. I pretended to be a football player from another school, and I started DM’ing my friend and acting as if I were interested in her. She started talking to me about it—like, ‘Do you know this guy?’ (I know my face turned a million shades of red.) My plan sort of worked: She lost interest in the boy I was into, but he still wasn’t interested in me! When my friend got suspicious about the fake guy, I panicked and shut down the account. It wasn’t worth it.” –JADE, 17

I Created an Alter Ego

“I want to be an actress, so to learn how to get into character I created a fake sorority-girl Insta. It was fun! I even posted a fake Bid Day picture. But only random spam accounts followed me, so I got bored and quit.” –MEGAN, 18

I’m Only Out on My Finsta

“I primarily identify as queer, but I’m not technically ‘out.’ My parents and other family members follow all my social media accounts, and I use my Instagram for work. So I decided to make a finsta because I wanted a place where I could share more personal moments with my close friends. I’ve put up a lot of pictures of me and my girlfriend hanging out—and I mean a lot. On my regular Insta, I’ve posted 43 times and on my finsta, I’ve posted 369 times. I love the freedom of not having to be so guarded.” –MAEVE, 19

I Launched a Stealth Cyber Campaign

“A girl at my school was always getting picked on. It made me sad, so my junior year I created an anonymous blog where I would post compliments about her. At first, I expected people to say ‘Did you hear about that lame blog?’ but they liked it! It got so popular that I started accepting submissions from classmates who wanted to post something nice about someone else. I decided to shut the blog down after I graduated, but I’d love to start up something similar at my college.” –ASHLEY, 18

Wear Your Pj’s Out

A classic pajama top (notched collar, contrast piping) looks bomb with your fave pair of jeans—and makes getting dressed so easy. SHIRT Drakes for J.Crew, jcrew.com. JEANS RE/DONE, shop.redone.com. NECKLACE Slight Jewelry, slightjewelry.com. BOOTS Oscar Tiye, fwrd.com.

17 Ways to. . .

FOUR TEEN INFLUENCERS MODEL THE FALL FASHION AND BEAUTY LOOKS THAT WILL ROLL IN THE DOUBLE TAPS. by Kate Foster photographs by Kai Z Feng styled by James Worthington DeMolet

Model Alexis Jae, 17

Musical.ly star Loren Gray Beech, 14

Turn Bedhead Into Buns

Take your #IWokeUpLikeThis hair next-level: First spray on a dry shampoo (try CHI Rose Hip Oil Color Nurture Dry Shampoo, $18, ULTA stores) to add extra texture and absorb oil. Then pull two pigtails halfway through their hair ties to make low loops.

Shine Bright With Sequins

Sparkles give everything from your outfit to your Insta grid a dazzling boost. SHIRT Ashish, ssense.com

Style influencer Luka Sabbat, 18

PAIR PRINTS LIKE A PRO Two bold patterns worn together look super-fierce—just make sure they feature similar colors. ON ALEXIS: SWEATER Liz Claiborne, jcpenney.com. DRESS Rebecca Taylor, rebeccataylor.com. ON LUKA: TEE BILLY, billyla.com. JEANS Just Cavalli, robertocavalli.com. JEWELRY His own.

@larsenthompson Age: 15 Hometown: Thousand Oaks, CA

Rock a Velvet Pout

Stumped about which lip color to choose? Match it to your outfit! Try a liquid lipstick with a slight sheen—it’s fresher than matte. On Larsen: NARS Velvet Lip Glide in Toy, $28, narscosmetics.com.

Take a Walk on the Wild Side

A leopard coat channels Old Hollywood glamour. Toss it over a printed tee to make it modern and edgy. COAT Anna Sui, stylebop.com. TEE Saturdays NYC, saturdaysnyc.com. PANTS Anna Sui, Anna Sui stores. CHOKER Bunny Shapiro, bunnyshapiro.com. SHOES Converse, converse.com.

For dancer Larsen Thompson, shaking it in a YouTube video that racks up millions of views is just part of everyday life. This fall, the 10th-grader—who has scored modeling gigs with major brands including Target, Betsey Johnson, and Juicy Couture—will be splitting her time between homeroom and photo shoots.

My confidence trick: I know my freckles and red hair are different, but I’ve learned to be myself and stop caring what other people think. This is how I was made! My future plans: A lot of people don’t know that I also have a passion for singing and acting— I definitely want to do more of that. My motivation: At the end of the day, I’m just trying to show love and inspire my followers.

My dancing secret: I pull out my two best tricks in almost every video but mix up everything else to keep it interesting. My favorite emoji: The smiley with the heart eyes is so sweet! My fashion icons: I love Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. They like to look unique.

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FLIP YOUR LINER GAME Turn your glam upside down! On your right eye, pencil light blue liner (like Revlon PhotoReady Kajal Matte Eye Pencil in Matte Marine, $9, drugstores) on the top lid and indigo (try CoverGirl Perfect Point Plus Eye Pencil in Midnight Blue, $7, drugstores) on the bottom. On your left eye, do the opposite. OVERALLS AND TEE DKNY, select DKNY stores

Make a Statement

Express yourself with message tees and fun rainbows, smileys, flowers, sharks . . . whatever suits your ’tude.

JACKET Mira Mikati, Barneys New York, NYC. SWEATSHIRT Guess, guess.com. JEANS Levi’s 501 CT, levi.com.

Unleash Your Curls Give your natural waves, coils, and kinks mad love IRL and they’ll get it online too. Define your texture by scrunching in Pantene Pro-V Curl Controlling Curl Creme ($6, pantene.com). TAFFETA T-SHIRT DRESS Moschino, moschino.com/us. CHOKER Roxanne Assoulin, roxanneassoulin.com.

@aalexisjae Age: 17 Hometown: New York, NY

unique thing about her: She attends an alternative internship-based high school. “It was the best decision.”

Most people use Instagram for fun— but for model Alexis Jae, it’s been a career game changer. Last year, her signature bleach-blonde do and sick beauty and fashion skills (she also designs clothes) caught the eye of superstar makeup artist Pat McGrath, who handpicked Alexis to help launch McGrath’s Phantom 002 collection alongside some of New York’s top online influencers. Alexis’s look isn’t the only

My selfie secret: Know what angles and lighting make you feel most confident. My style: Futuristic goth grandma. I’m inspired by everyone from Marilyn Monroe to Paris Hilton and Rihanna. My look-alike: Everyone says I look like FKA Twigs! I definitely see it. My mantra: Always be yourself, no matter how different you are. Only you can define yourself. My beauty must-have: I wear lots of wigs, especially orange and white bobs. It’s fun to change it up for a night. My healthy hair trick: Since I get my hair bleached, I use lots of oils and hair masks to keep it soft. I can’t live without: Cool nail art. I just had a mani with iridescent butterfly wings as accents, which was so fun. My favorite emoji: The lipstick kiss. So fab!

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Paint on a Scalloped Mani

It’s the new half-moon nail art! After applying two coats of a nude base, use a striping brush dipped in navy polish (like Essie Gel Couture in Caviar Bar, $11.50, gelcouture .com) to outline a design near your cuticles, then fill it in.

#11

Dress Up a Tee

Wear one under a ruffled strapless style for the ultimate cool-glam combo. TEE Arizona, jcpenney.com. BUSTIER CG, Capitol, Charlotte, NC.

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Crown Your Hair

Snag the Best Tressed title with back-of-your-head bling. Use a pomade (try L’Oréal Paris Advanced Hairstyle Hyper Fix Putty, $5, drugstores) to give a braided do grip, then slip a gilded clip or comb into it. TOP Self-Portrait, self-portrait-studio .com. DRESS Topshop Unique, topshop.com. HEADPIECE Eugenia Kim, eugeniakim.com.

LAYER YOUR LACE

What’s more stunning than one delicate gown? Two! Try a tank dress over a long-sleeved one for a unique new look.

#13

Slip on Sneaks

Peace out, heels! Go for shoes you can actually bop in, whether you’re out on a Friday night or just busting a move in a Snap story. TANK DRESS Rebecca Taylor, rebeccataylor.com. LONG-SLEEVED DRESS Topshop Unique, topshop.com. SNEAKERS AGL, agl.com.

@lorenbeech Age: 14 Hometown: Pottstown, PA

If you’re addicted to Musical.ly, you probably recognize Loren Gray Beech, one of the lip-synching platform’s top musers. Her popularity on the app (eight million followers and counting) helped her land on a recent summer tour with other social media stars, not to mention a full-blown modeling career. What’s next? Singing for real. “Social media doesn’t last forever,” she says, “but it’s a great jumping-off point.” My busy schedule: Every day, on top of online school, I do three posts on Musical.ly, one or two on Insta, and I tweet and Snap all the time. I post a few times per month on YouTube. The minute you stop posting, activity dies. My new life: I get stopped a lot! I was at an amusement park recently, and every time we got off a ride, 10 girls were waiting at the bottom. It makes going out harder, but it’s so fun. My film obsession: The Batman movies—I’ve even done a Musical.ly in Joker makeup. My Insta advice: Pick one filter to use on all your photos or it will look messy. Right now, I’m only using high contrast.

@lukasabbat Age: 18 Hometown: New York, NY

Model and style influencer Luka Sabbat doesn’t understand how he got famous. “I was just posting on Instagram and hanging out with my friends,” he says, laughing. Now he can check off two amazing things from his bucket list: being in one of Kanye West’s Yeezy fashion shows and appearing in an Adidas ad in Times Square. And if that’s not enough, he has 200,000 followers and hangs with a super-cool crew (including Jaden and Willow Smith, Anwar Hadid, and the Jenner sisters). But Luka says the best is yet to come. “I haven’t

blown up yet,” he promises. “Everything I’ve done so far . . . this is just the beginning.” My mentor: Virgil Abloh [fashion designer, DJ, and Kanye’s creative director] has helped me out so much. He got me into Kanye’s show. My signature style: Very uniform-like. Right now, I’m obsessed with pairing athletic pants with a black shirt and combat boots or sneakers. My fashion inspo: I get lots of ideas from all kinds of movies— even cartoons. My go-to Insta trick: Always ask people with the same creative vision as yours to take your photos. My motto: You have to be a leader, not a follower. Pave your own way. My next project: I just launched a capsule collection of jewelry with Gianni Monini. I want to do even more creative-directing and styling.

#15

Blaze a Style Trail

For a unique #OOTD vibe, combine equal parts rugged cowboy and laid-back city kid.

JACKET AND PANTS Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren, Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren stores. HOODIE Champion Life, champion.com. JEWELRY His own. SHOES Converse, converse.com.

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Make Your Makeup Monochromatic Hair: Lacy Redway at The Wall Group using Oribe Hair Care. Makeup: Christian McCulloch using Dolce&Gabbana Blushes of Roses. Manicure: Michina Koide using Dior Vernis. Models: Luka Sabbat at ReQuest Models, Larsen Thompson at Next, Loren Gray at Women 360 Management, and Alexis Jae at Kevin Amato.

Desert tones flatter everyone—try them on your lips, cheeks, and eyes. (Dolce&Gabbana Smooth Eyeshadow Quad in Enchanting Fall, $62, saks.com, has all the hues you need.)

#17

Flash Some Fringe The perfect jacket for Boomerang vids: one that moves whenever you do. JACKET Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren, Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren stores. SHIRT Hudson, hudsonjeans.com. PANTS Parker, parkerny.com.

Something in Between Your Ne w

Must Read!-

In this exclusive sneak peek at Melissa de la Cruz’s new novel, star student Jasmine’s good news ends up ripping open a family secret and tearing apart her identity. Illustration by Samantha Hahn

ad opens the envelope slowly. Mom leans over his shoulder. They are completely silent as they read the letter from the United States National Scholars Program, holding the future I worked so hard for in their hands. I expected my father to jump up from the table and hug me and my mother to scream and start calling all my aunties back in the Philippines to brag about me. But neither of them says anything. In fact, they look like they just received the worst kind of news instead of the best news ever. Okay. Maybe they’re so happy they’re shocked into silence? “Isn’t it amazing?” I reach over and pull the acceptance form from the envelope. “Don’t worry, I can fill everything out myself, but I need a copy of my green card so they know I’m accepting the scholarship and going to D.C. for the reception.” They look at each other with concern. I’m so confused by their silence. Isn’t this the moment they’ve been waiting for my whole life? What is it? Are they worried about the plane fare to D.C.? Maybe they don’t want me to go to there alone? Is that it? 100

Mom pushes the dinner dishes to the side of the table, not meeting my gaze. “We have something to tell you, neneng, and you have to believe us when we say we’ve always wanted the best for you,” she says. “We’ve tried to do everything right.” Dad just keeps staring at the letter like the words don’t make any sense. I thought he would be the proudest of me, of what I’ve done for our family. With this opportunity, I’ll be able to take care of my parents someday. I’ll be able to give them the lives they wanted to give me when we moved to the States eight years ago. “What do you mean?” I ask. “We should have told you sooner, but we didn’t know how,” she says. I sense a glimmer of what my mom is trying to tell me, and I feel a cold shock all over my body. This isn’t just about letting me go to another city on my own.

“So what’s going on, then?” I ask, my breath catching in my throat. Whatever it is, it’s bad.

“What are you saying?” I ask. “What do you mean, tried?” “I don’t like your tone, young lady,” Mom says. “Sorry, Mom, I just don’t know what’s going on. Aren’t you happy for me?” I don’t understand why she’s reacting this way. Almost as if she’s annoyed that I won this scholarship. She’s the one who pushed me so hard—they both did—but the way they’re reacting isn’t making any sense. “Nothing will ever be good enough for you,” I say, almost on the verge of tears. “It’s not fair!” “You don’t know what fair is!” she retorts. Dad doesn’t want any of this. “Stop fighting! Right now.” His eyes have tears in them. “Jasmine, this is an amazing achievement. We’re incredibly proud of you. You know that.” “Okay,” I say. “But there are things that are out of our control that we haven’t told you about, LOVE TO and it’s time we were READ? honest with you,” he Enter for a chance to says. His face is grave win a trip to NYC and so sad that I can’t to visit Seventeen & bear it. Harlequin Teen! I run through the SEE P. 107 reasons they might be FOR DETAILS. acting so strangely. Did Dad lose his job? Is he sick? “You’re scaring me, Daddy.” “It’s not what you think. I’m not sick and neither is your mom.” He knows me so well. “So what’s going on, then?” I ask, my breath catching in my throat. Whatever it is, it’s bad. “You can’t accept this scholarship. I’m so sorry,” he says, putting his hand over mine to comfort me.

“But why not?” I ask, stunned. “Because you don’t have a green card, Jasmine. None of us do.” “So wait. What are you saying? We’re not in America legally? Oh, my God. Please tell me you’re joking.” This can’t be the truth. “No, we’re not joking Jasmine,” Dad says. “We thought a college scholarship would solve everything for you. We didn’t know most of the grants and loans are for citizens or green-card holders.” “But you’re a smart girl,” Mom says, trying to touch my hand. “You’ll find a way, neneng.” I pull away. I know they tried their best, but their best isn’t enough in this case. This is my future, what I’ve worked so hard for, and I’m furious. “No! Getting this scholarship was my way!” “Stop!” Daddy slams his open hand against the table. “You should consider yourself lucky. If someone finds out our papers are fake, our entire family could be deported.” Deported? Oh, my God. I didn’t even think of that. It’s not just about not being able to go to college. We might lose our entire life here. It feels like there’s no ground beneath us, like everything I’ve ever done has been a lie. I’m breaking apart, shattering. Who am I? Where do I belong? I’m not American. I’m not a legal resident. I don’t even have a green card. I’m nothing. Nobody. Illegal. Excerpted from Something in Between by Melissa de la Cruz (Harlequin Teen), out October 4, 2016.

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UR EET YO H S T CHEA TO...

Being a Real Your HBIC playbook The step-by-step you need to turn your idea into the real deal.

Give yourself space

get back in touch with you?”

You may not be ready to dish out for an office, but you should still create a legit work area for yourself. Claim a zone in a corner of your family’s home office, or clear a spot in your room. (Be sure to make your bed every day— being organized does wonders.) And really make it inspiring: Try hanging a vision board.

Don’t be afraid of mistakes

Things are not always going to go right. Facts. But even an epic fail can be good for business. Instead of internalizing it or doubting yourself, write down what you learned, says Megan Grassell, who started the bra company Yellowberry as a teen.

It’s okay to fess up if you aren’t sure

Even as a boss, you may not have all the answers all the time. What’s most important is handling uncertainty with confidence, Grassell says. If there’s a question you can’t answer on the spot, just say, “I’ll look into that. What’s the best way to

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Think of your team as your extended family

“I didn’t realize how important having a strong sense of family would be to my career. Family is about loyalty and trust— and that extends to friends and coworkers too. Having that will ground you and help you survive the unexpected challenges in your journey as a business owner.” –Michelle Phan, founder of ipsy

People doing similar things can be your friends

“We’ve seen how strong the entrepreneurial community is, so if we could go back and tell ourselves one thing when we were first starting out, it would be to rely on that network more—for advice, support, and honest feedback.” –Amy Jain and Daniella Yacobovsky, cofounders of BaubleBar

Never stop learning! Download a podcast— try Girlboss Radio or Startup—where other young entrepreneurs share advice.

Hire up

Focus on what you do best, and rely on help to do the rest, Grassell says. If you aren’t great at Web design, don’t waste time trying to wing it. Instead, find someone with smarts in that area who can assist. College students hoping to gain experience are usually up for a temporary gig.

Practice the three-hour rule

Whether you’re dealing with a staffing problem (your part-time help showed up late to work—again) or a rude e-mail from a customer, don’t go on a rapid-fire tirade. Take some time (Megan says three hours is her magic number) to calm your nerves and think about how to best approach the situation before you deal with it.

Bossy is totally not a bad word

“Having some hustle will take you really far. I learned that you can never be shy when it comes to promoting yourself and your business. If you want something, like a review or a mention in your fave magazine, you’ve got to go for it and just ask.” –Dani Beckerman, founder of Jars by Dani

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‘‘Oh, Girl, I Wish I’d Known That. . . .’’

Find someone who inspires you

Boss

Your school probably doesn’t offer a class called “Slay Your Side Hustle,” so consider this a crash course in running your own business. by ANDREA STANLEY

Nail Those Social Media Goals

Alexandra and Daniella Pierson, creators of the curated app Springpop and the online newsletter The Newsette, share how to get your biz to the next level. 1

Have all the accounts

Reach out to influencers

Get your vibe right

Be an equal opportunist when it comes to social media. To reach the most people, you need to be on Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter, but don’t post the same thing everywhere. Tailor what you’re posting to that specific platform.

Don’t be afraid to talk to people who are already owning it. If you have a fashion app, send it along to your fave fashion bloggers and Instagrammers to check out, and maybe they’ll promote it on their channels—or suggest a meetup.

MASTER YOUR POWER POSE Whether you have a game-changing meeting—or are heading up a group project at school—here’s how to look like a leader.

EYES Always look a person in the eyes as you speak— just not for so long that it gets awkward. Take note of their iris color, then look away. SHOULDERS Posture plays a role in how you feel. Keep your shoulders back for an incommand vibe.

Share positive content. Making people smile will help them remember your brand. On that note: Keep your site profile updated, whether it’s with photos that portray your aesthetic or with a bio that’s on point. It might be your first impression.

MOUTH Say goodbye to RBF! And don’t speaksofast that no one knows what you’re saying.

ARMS Avoid crossing them when speaking to someone else so you don’t come across as uninterested. Place your hands on your hips instead.

QUIZ

how’s your communication game? You’ll have to talk to people. A lot. Take this quiz to find out how good you are at sending a clear message.

1. You prefer electronic communication. Always. True False

2. If someone e-mails you, you sometimes take a few days to respond. True False

3. You spend hours analyzing your e-mails. True False

4. Group text is cool to use to discuss big issues. True False

5. When something is bothering you, you’ve been known to send out a passive-aggressive tweet (or two). True False

MOSTLY TRUE

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HANDS Major key alert: A firm handshake is a must because it shows confidence. Hold your grip for three seconds. LEGS If you’re getting ready to ask or say something big, don’t take a seat! Standing will make you feel more self-assured.

While some things can be handled electronically, to be a solid communicator you need to up your in-personconvo quota. Otherwise you leave room for things to be misunderstood.

MOSTLY FALSE PHONE If you’re interacting with people, it should be: A) silenced, and B) not in your hand.

You’re talking the talk when it comes to IRL exchanges. Score one for you! But don’t be afraid to use e-mail—or text or group messaging. It often helps to follow up a convo with something in writing.

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“I was hanging with some male coworkers after our shift ended. They got on the topic of hybrid cars—which I drive—and how awful they think those are. I thought they’d make fun of me, so I stayed quiet about mine. After their convo, I got up to say bye, and then two of the guys offered to walk me to my car. I didn’t want them to see it, and I told them no, but it was late so they insisted. There was a Corvette parked next to my car, so I acted like it was mine. The boys were impressed! I dug through my purse as if I were searching for my keys, wishing they’d leave, but they didn’t. I panicked and did the unthinkable: I tried to open the Corvette’s door, hoping they’d go away if I just got in it—but the alarm went off! I ran to my car and shouted ‘I’m sorry!’ and sped off. They still haven’t let me live it down.”

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SHAME GAME

Oh. My. Awkward.

A“OnLOW NOTE my way to choir class, I started to feel a little queasy. I went to see the nurse, but she just gave me crackers and bubbly water and sent me on my way. In the choir room, I took my spot in the bleachers, a row above the boys everyone in our grade is into. I was feeling okay until we started our do-re-mi warm-up. I made it to the second round—but then I opened my mouth and threw up all over the guys! I was so humiliated. I ran back to the nurse to tell her ‘I told you so.’ And now I’m forever known as the girl who barfed on the grade’s hottest guys.”

Prank-Call Fail “After my friend’s BF broke up with her, a bunch of us decided to prank call him. We were really fired up, so I quickly went to his contact info, hit the call button, and turned on speakerphone. When he answered, I started talking in my weirdest accent. But before I could say much, he goes, ‘Sami, what are you doing?!?’ and hung up. I’d forgotten to block my number before calling! My stomach dropped and my friends started cracking up. Worse, the guy’s cute older brother, who I had a crush on, ignored me after that!”

Slippery Mess “I was out with my best friend and her family for pizza. I went to the counter to get napkins, and on the way back, I had to walk past the bathrooms. Apparently, someone had clogged the toilet in the men’s room, because there was water flowing out from underneath the door. I didn’t notice it until I slipped and fell right into the puddle! Not only was I embarrassed, but I was also seriously grossed out and nervous to tell her family what I’d fallen into. They laughed and helped me clean up, but it was so traumatic.”

ME-OUCH “I went to a Halloween party as Catwoman, dressed in a skintight black jumpsuit with spaghetti straps, knee-high black boots, and a cat-ears headband. The jumpsuit had a zipper that ran all the way up the front, which unfortunately was kind of cheap. All night I was fidgeting with it to make sure it stayed closed, but I hoped it would be fine. The party filled up with people, and when I finally spotted my crush, I approached him and started a convo. It was going great until I tried to tug my zipper up as a precaution—and broke it instead! My goal had been modesty, but I ended up with the jumpsuit top completely open. Talking to my crush was nerve-racking enough, so when this happened, I was mortified! I almost started crying out of fear that he’d start laughing at me. Instead, he looked around awkwardly and showed me where the bathroom was. We barely talked again!”

SLOW TO RISE I was filming the movie Cowgirl’s Story, and on the last day, the entire cast and crew was on set. In one scene, I was supposed to walk out of a shot, looking very distraught. As I was moving, my foot got caught in a floorboard and I totally bit it—but it was a very slow fall. It took, like, five seconds, and then I just lay there because I was so embarrassed. Everyone was really concerned that I was hurt, but I was like, ‘Guys, no, it’s okay.’ The worst part: It wasn’t the first time I’d fallen on set!

CELEB TRAUMA!

–CHLOE LUKASIAK HAVE AN EMBARRASSING STORY TO SHARE? Send it to traumarama@seventeen.com.

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Sep 23–Oct 22

With generous Jupiter in your sign RN (plus a slew of other planets), you’ll feel an epic surge of energy—and you’ll need it! After the 18th, your social life will be busier than ever. As you’re updating your iCal, say yes to an invite from an old pal on the 26th. Reconnecting with her could lead to a cool opportunity!

Jan 20–Feb 18 You’ve dealt with the same issue for a while, and your go-to solutions aren’t working anymore. You’ll need to think outside the box on this one—fortunately, the stars will be happy to assist! Make sure to brainstorm on the 4th, then let your ideas bake for a bit. By the 20th, you’ll have your answer!

May 21–Jun 20 October may be your favorite stretch of 2016, Gem! A stack of planets will align in your zone of romance, filling the entire month with fun flirtations. And when loving Venus links with commitment-focused Saturn on the 29th, one of those crushes could develop into major bae material. Sweet.

Oct 23–Nov 21 Is it time for midterms

Feb 19–Mar 20 Although your squad

already?!? The pressure is on, and by the 15th, your intense study sked could leave you feeling drained. The stars will urge you to take plenty of breaks and get your rest, so listen to ’em! Just know there’s light at the end of the tunnel: By the 22nd, you’ll feel like your feisty self again.

doesn’t always “get” your arty side, it goes without saying you’ll heart them till the end of time. But when the sun moves into Scorpio on the 22nd, you’ll meet a new crew (possibly at an away-fromschool event) who totally understands your vision. These may be Your People!

Jun 21–Jul 22 In demand much? So many people have been vying for your time lately, you’ve felt pulled in a zillion different directions. Luckily, powerful Pluto and assertive Mars will unite on the 5th, helping you prioritize your own needs for a change. Before you know it, you’ll feel calm and centered again. Ahhh!

Nov 22–Dec 21 Your adorability factor is well established (obvi), but as Venus enters your sign on the 18th, you’ll be freaking irresistible. Holla! Two people in particular will be head-over-heels into you: someone new your bestie introduces you to—and a longtime friend who wants to take your relationship next-level. Interesting . . .

Mar 21–Apr 19 With all the planetary

activity in your zone of relationships this month, you’ll make tons of amaze new contacts. The prob? When blabby Mercury tangles with your ruler, Mars, on the 13th, you could reveal too much on social. Pause for a sec before you post! (Or better yet: Ask a BFF to read it first.)

Jul 23–Aug 22 Sure, you and your crew are connected 24-7 online, but recently you’ve been craving quality face-to-face time. On the 16th, the full moon will inspire you to plan a girls-only getaway, and you won’t need much cash to carry it out. A day trip to a cute local spot is all your squad really needs to bond!

Dec 22–Jan 19 You have a tricky decision to make, and though you know what you want to do, you’ve hesitated to make the final call. Thankfully, Mars and Pluto will team up on the 19th. They’ll help you find the right words and give you the courage to express them. Deep breath, Cap: You’ve got this!

Apr 20–May 20 The school year may have gotten off to a rocky start, but that’s all in the past now! When your ruler, Venus, joins up with transformative Pluto on the 5th, you’ll tap into creative powers you didn’t even know you had. VIPs will be super-impressed by all the innovative things you come up with. A+!

Aug 23–Sep 22 If you’re ready for a new love in your life, your OTP could be on the way! Thanks to Mercury and the sun, you’ll meet someone near the 27th with a zany sense of humor. True, that doesn’t sound like your usual type, but this goofball also has a great heart. It could be the combo you’re looking for!

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