There’s nothing better than finding your people—you know, the ones who’ll obsess over your fave fandoms and send you memes that brighten any bad day. But finding that true blue crew? Not always the easiest. That's why we're pulling inspo from Acception, a new YA...
The shy girl’s guide to making new besties
We totally get it: Making new friends when you’re shy can feel super overwhelming sometimes. Like, where do you even start, right? But don’t worry, bb, because you’re not alone—we’ve all been there before. With a few simple tips (and a little confidence boost), you'll...

How to talk to your friends when they hurt your feelings
From planning out your matching Halloween costumes to having deep, late-night chats, good friends can have you feeling like you’re on cloud nine.
But while friendships

QUIZ! Which food chain should be you and your BFFs next after school eats?

“Dear Carol, Is everyone faking wanting to be my friend?”
Dear Carol,
Whenever I meet someone, I’m never quite sure if how I feel about them is the way they feel about me. For example, there
5 birthday gift ideas for when you just don’t know what to get your bestie
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What do you get the girl who has *everything?* We’ve all been there, and we know just how stressful it can be to find the
“Dear Carol, my friendship is falling apart”
Dear Carol,
This morning, I was having an asthma attack, but I was late for class so I had to run for the bell. My friend

10 fun things to do with your best friend at a sleepover
We *love* sleepovers—laughing, gossiping and creating TikToks with your BFF—what could be better?
Imagine it’s a Friday night and your bestie just arrived. You’re hanging out
Your guide to the best sleepover ever
@marissa_lawrence
Nothing beats a slumber party with your besties, and we’ve got the ultimate bucket list of must-do activities for an unforgettable night. Open up your
5 ways to show your BFF some love this Galentine’s Day (and every day)
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching on Feb. 14, but don’t forget—Galentine’s Day is tomorrow! Your bestie never fails to make you smile and is *always*
6 red flags to look out for in a friend
Friends are universally considered one of the best parts of life: They’re there for you when you’re down, they make you laugh and they give
6 iconic Halloween costume ideas for a duo
Planning on twinning with your bsf for Halloween? Get ready to slay the spooky szn with your bestie with these on-trend—and iconic, might we add—costume
14 Halloween costumes perfect for you and your BFF
Halloween means it’s time to coordinate costumes with your bestie, natch. But wait—running out of ideas that you *actually* agree on? Trust us, we’ve all
The scary movie sleepover survival guide
It’s a canon event in every girl’s life.
You’re at a sleepover with your BFFs, and the late-night entertainment of choice? A horror movie. You
30 cute conversation starters for your next hangout
IDK about you, but we know pretty much *everything* about our BFF. We know their fave color (aqua!), their biggest fear (heights!), who their first
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Crushes
EXCLUSIVE! Elliana Walmsley & Jentzen Ramirez are the relationship heroes we need rn
Jacket, Levi’s. Dress, Urban Outfitters. Sneakers, Thursday Boot Company. Sunnies, Le Specs. Earrings, Marrin Costello. Necklace, Dominique Renée. Ring, Frou York. Bracelet on left hand, Tiffany & Co. Bracelets on right hand, Elliana's own. May we introduce you to...
7 small ways your crush shows they care about you
Having a crush is so hard, especially in the beginning stages. It can be tricky to tell if your crush *actually* likes you back—and, when
The perfect summer date idea based on your love language
Love is…well, love is many things. For some, love is getting a box of chocolates on a rough day, and for others, it’s getting a
Style
Your 4th of July style guide
Our favorite day of summer is coming up!
7 cute outfits for whatever is on your cal this weekend
Sun-soaked days are back. And they’re shining a light on boho’s tough-chic twist, practically made for your golden-hour roaming. Free Range Jacket, $84, Stoosh. Bikini top, $96, JMP The Label. Tee, $25, Gap. Bloomers, $20, Kosusanill. Sandals, $24, Shein. Head wrap,...
10 Outfits Inspired By The Summer I Turned Pretty
Whether you’re Team Conrad, Team Jeremiah or just Team Belly’s wardrobe, we’ve rounded up 10 must-copy looks to help you live out your own love triangle. Step right into Cousins Beach with these TSITP-inspired fits that channel all the summer magic of your fave show.
Beauty
Meet the mani trend you’ll rock all summer long
It's giving straight-up science experiment—but make it aesthetic. It's a rainy afternoon (boo), and you could start your summer reading list, tackle the mountain of clothes that’s taken over your chair and finally write that thank-you note to Aunt Greta (better late...
Your summer beauty bag needs these lip balms
My summer pet peeves? Mosquitos, overdone AC and, despite the humidity, dry, chapped lips. Welcome to why lip balm is *essential* to my makeup bag. These five beauties protect, moisturize and hydrate my lips alllll summer long. Ultra Violette SPF 50 Hydrating Lip Balm...
5 Leave-in conditioners for hydrated curls
This heat and humidity makes my hair amazing…said literally no one. When temps turn tropical, you want your curls to stay healthy and hydrated. To achieve this, a leave-in conditioner is *essential* for all types of curly hair. Here are five leave-in conditioners to...
Wellness
Your summer shape-up plan (that’s actually fun)
Let’s be real: Working out shouldn’t feel like homework. This summer, we’re ditching the pressure and picking up the vibes. Whether you’re dancing around your room, power walking with your mom during golden hour or hitting the gym with your fave playlist on blast,...
6 easy lunch recipes for girls who can’t cook
When you’re already juggling a busy schedule full of school, friend hangouts and other obligations, it can be pretty difficult to find time to make
This is the summer morning routine you’ll *actually* stick to
It’s summer! Yay! No more school, which means no more super rigid daily routine. That’s a good thing, right?
Well…not always. While having more free time