The document summarizes the key design elements of several magazine covers: - The covers all feature the main model/image prominently and use cover lines to describe the featured individuals. - Typefaces, colors, and positioning of elements are consistent across issues to maintain brand identity. - Imagery and styling aim to portray the featured celebrities in a mature light corresponding to their careers and upcoming projects. - Common elements like mastheads, issue dates, and barcodes contain essential information while customized fonts, colors and layouts make each cover distinctive.

1. Mahnam Raza

2. Main image
which is also
the main
selling aspect
of the
magazine.
Reference to
model as
“HARRY” is
written bold
this is also the
main cover
line.
Cover lines
To explain what
is featured in the
magazine.
Issue date Use of a
buzzword
(plus sign)
To attract the
buyers
attention.
The by line
which is the
name of the
reporter.

3. All 4 GQ issues have many
similarities, including the color
schemes, clothing and positioning
of the main image. The cover lines
are describing the models as
individuals with their names
written in bold.
This is the September issue of the
magazine hence the celebrities are
wearing black leather coats
representing a very mature look
rather then a very boyish look.
The concept was probably to show
the band members in a very mature
light as they have crossed their
teens and are in their 20’s, there
new movie “this is us” show casing
their experience in the band from
young boys to grown up adults
was close to its release when the
magazine was published.
Also note that the models
are not looking directly
into the camera but just
above it. Probably to create
a sense of mystery.

4. The mast head is placed on the left hand side of
the magazine, breaking the conventions of other
magazine mast heads which are usually stretched
from one side to the other .The two letters have
been enlarged. The bright orange color gives a
masculine touch to the magazine and have been
made to ‘G’ and the ‘Q’ is big and bold sans serif
typography.
The mast head has been
placed over Harrys hair .
The reason being that GQ
has always stuck to this
convention in its previous
issues its there house style.
Secondly since there are
just two initials G and Q
It will not take up too
much space on the
magazine. The only part
that has been covered is
Harrys hair, whereas his
other features and face is
clearly visible .

5. Mast head
Buzzword
Strip
Pug
Barcode
Main image
Cover
lines
Selling line
Issue date
Tag line

6. .
The magazine shows the use of light and
delicate color s. The light green fits well
with the lilac. The editor has also used to
color red to break the color monotony .
The phrase “ the green issue” has been
presented in a script font. The phrase
probably refers to the
recipes in the magazine being vegetable
based.
The cover lines have been presented in a
unique way. A white line has been added
behind the sub line for better readability
and the font styles and size also varies
from cover line to sub line.

7. Numbers have been
used to specify how
many recipes are
available inside the
magazine
The buzz word is followed by
additional information regarding
the magazine. This would make
the target audience more
interested in buying the magazine
The barcode which is usually
located on the ends of the pages in
this case on the right hand side,
essentially contains general
information about the magazine like
the price and date.
The pug contains the price of
the magazine as well clearly
stating that’s its only for 3
euros.
Other aspects of the magazine.

8. The mast head has been stretched from
one end to the other end of the magazine
on the top of the magazine, its bold and
the color white stand out on the purple
background making it look more
prominent and eye catching.
The tag line has been broken into two by
the capital “ F”.
Strip contains secondary images:
These help to promote other aspects
of the magazine besides the main
article.
Their purpose is to gain the buyers
interest through images rather then
text.

9. Strip line
Cover lines
Issue date
Mast head
Main image
Tag line

10. Target audience:
Out Dorsey
people, who have
a rustic and rather
old fashioned
taste. People who
like to live simple
lives, and as the
cover line say s
“escape to the lake”
the magazine will
appeal to people
who enjoy. nature
and are
adventurous.
Text:
The font type suits
the style of the
magazines and the
yellow color makes
it look vibrant. The
over all look has
been kept simple
with little text.
Main image:
It doesn’t seem to showcase very classy or expensive furniture, instead it
represents a rather simple style of living . Like the brick walls and tables,
also the cane chair and wooden chess board.

11. The mast head: “HOME” has been stretched out from one
corner to the other. With a prominent bright color it stands out
on the rather simple and dull main image. The Carolina
written in the centre of the is an interesting way to present the
magazine. However it could be criticized as the buyer is unsure
of the actual name of the magazine, as it could be Caroline
home or home Caroline. The mast head has been enlarged and
stretched and take up a considerable amount of space on the
magazine.