Girls' Life magazine

There are a few things about me that surprise people when they first meet me: One, that I am apparently taller (5’10”) in person than I look in photos (is there a short filter I am unaware of?). Two, that I am a decent athlete (I have four Olympic medalists in my family, so I’m happy I can at least represent a little). And three, that I barely graduated high school. That story is a li’l more complicated. Allow me to explain… When I was a kid, my French mom would pull me out for weeks at a time to visit family in France (my dad, an American, stayed back in the States to work). There, I would basically learn everything I’d done all year in school again…in French. By the…

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Girls’ Life: Fans of Home Economics might not realize that, just like your character Shamiah, you’re adopted. What’s it like playing a character who shares such a personal part of your own story? Jordyn Curet: I’m very grateful that I get to play someone who has a similar experience to mine. Even though my mom has always been open about the fact that I’m adopted, I never really talk about it unless asked. But now, I’ve noticed that a lot more people have been coming out with their adoption stories—and I didn’t even know they were adopted. It’s very cool, because for a long time I kind of felt like I was the only one. You showed off your musical talent a little in Holiday Harmony. Are you planning to pursue music…

Ah, Valentine’s Day: Whether you’re head over heels or slaying your single era, these TV and movie recs will have you feeling the love. THE SITCH: You and your younger sis are looking for something that leaves you feeling warm ‘n’ fuzzy. THE STREAM: Tangled (Disney+) • This 2010 film is truly magical—and its sing along-ability makes it a top contender for the ultimate Disney comfort movie. With its star-studded cast and enemies-to-lovers arc, Tangled is the adorable adventure you didn’t know you needed. (Because, honestly? Flynn Rider *stays* our fictional crush.) THE SITCH: You and your girls need a tried-and-true throwback for your Saturday night slumber party. THE STREAM: Another Cinderella Story (Prime Video) • Yes, you know and love the OG flick starring Hilary Duff and Chad Michael Murray… but this sequel-slash-standalone…

IF YOU HEART… charging your rose quartz crystals under every full moon THREADNEEDLE BY CARI THOMAS HARPERVOYAGER, $17 Anna, 15, is a witch—but on her 16th birthday, her aunt will lock away her powers for good. Anna’s been raised to believe magic is a sin, but what happens when she meets teen witches who show her what she’s missing? Can they change her mind, or will Anna say goodbye to her abilities? IF YOU HEART… snapping pics of you + your pals with your Polaroid RETRO BY SOFIÁ LAPUENTE & JARROD SHUSTERMAN SIMON & SCHUSTER BFYR, $20 A cyberbullying scandal lands high school student Luna in hot water. To put the incident behind her, Luna enters a contest to go without tech for a year. But as things get sinister (and classmates go missing), Luna must uncover who’s behind the sabotage. IF…

FRINGE BENEFITS Moto goes west: Biker-girl zippers and flowing fringe are a surprisingly compatible pair—especially when the fringe itself is made of (hello!) dangly chains. THAT ’70S FIT Take your favorite afghan and make it ~fashun~. Crochet knits in homespun patterns plus fuzzy, furry fabrics are like a chic version of your grandma’s house—that you can wear. Honestly, does it get any better than that? APPLIQUE-TION REQUIRED The best way to take a sweater, pair of jeans, hat… or really anything…and make it your own is to add a little flair. Preferably in the form of an applique or a patchwork pattern. These ’90s skatepark-inspired add-ons and handmade-looking fabrics give an irreverent twist to whatever they cling to. Show ’em all you’re in on the joke. PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE AZRIA. HAIR BY GEORGE FRAGKIOUDAKIS. MAKEUP BY…