FAQs

The Magazine

What is Hot Girl Zine? Hot Girl Zine (HGZ) is a biannual print magazine dedicated to spotlighting WOC creatives in fashion, music, and culture. HGZ began as one woman’s passion project which has now transformed into a media platform distributed in newsstands world-wide. Each issue is a glossy, perfect-bound collectible featuring original editorials, essays, interviews, and art.

How long does shipping take? Please allow up to one business week for tracking to be sent.

Do you ship internationally? Yes! We ship worldwide through our online store. Email us for a shipping quote.

What’s your refund policy? Due to the nature of the products, all sales are final. Please file a claim with USPS if something has went wrong with delivery and reach out if you have any questions.

Contributing

Can I submit my work to HGZ? Yes. We consider pitches from writers, photographers, stylists, and creatives. Shoot your shot via email for all collab inquiries: hello@hotgirlzine.com

What is the general process for contributing?Please include a brief description of your idea or project, relevant links, and a portfolio (REQUIRED). We prioritize original perspectives, emerging talent, and stories that feel culturally relevant and timely.

Partnerships

How can my brand secure a page in HGZ? Contact us at advertisements@hotgirlzine.com.

What kind of brands do you work with? We've partnered with brands across beauty, fashion, food & beverage, and lifestyle. If your brand aligns with our audience — we'd love to talk about print, branded content, events, and more.

General

How do I stay updated on new issues and events? Follow us on Instagram @hotgirlzine and sign up for our newsletter for issue drops, events, and announcements.

How can I contact you? Email us at hello@hotgirlzine.com — we read everything.