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46 Unforgettable Magazine Covers from Days Gone by ...

46 Unforgettable Magazine Covers from Days Gone by ...
By Eliza • Dec 20, 2019 • MD

When it comes to magazine covers, there is nothing more sure to draw in a buyer than the image on the front. If a publisher can hook someone with just the cover, they've done their job. That's why there are so many great magazine covers that have a place in history. Here, I've collected just a few of them in one place. Maybe you remember some, but I guarantee you'll want to hunt down a few issues once you see what's gracing the cover.

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1. Overlaid Color

Overlaid Color Via 50 Alluring Magazine Cover Designs ...
The colors are superimposed on top of the black and white image, which makes this one of the coolest magazine covers I've ever seen.

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This magazine cover features an image of a woman in black and white with a vibrant overlay of colors. The colors are strategically placed to create a dynamic and eye-catching design. The colors are bright and vivid, giving the cover a modern and stylish look.

The woman featured on the cover is wearing an elegant and fashionable dress, which further adds to the overall style of the cover. The colors used in the overlay provide a contrast to the black and white image, creating an interesting visual effect. This is a great example of how color can be used to create an impactful and memorable magazine cover.

The colors used in the overlay are also symbolic of the content of the magazine. The colors represent the various topics covered in the magazine, such as fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and culture. This is a great way to communicate the content of the magazine and attract readers.

This magazine cover is a great example of how to create an effective and memorable cover design. The combination of black and white and vibrant colors creates an interesting visual effect, while the use of color is symbolic of the content of the magazine. This magazine cover is sure to be remembered by readers and make a lasting impression.

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2. Simple

Simple Via 42 Absolutely Stunning Magazine Covers ...
This cover is simple and isn't super colorful, but it makes me want to see what the magazine is all about.

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Vintage Vogue covers are iconic for their bold designs and captivating visuals. The magazine has a long history of featuring some of the most influential people in the fashion world, from models to designers. The classic covers often feature vibrant colors, bold typography, and captivating illustrations. Many of these vintage covers have become iconic, and are highly sought after by collectors. In addition to the magazine covers, Vogue also produces a variety of special edition covers and limited edition prints. These pieces are highly sought after and can be found in museums and galleries around the world. Vogue's vintage covers are a timeless reminder of the magazine's commitment to fashion and its influence on the industry.

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6. Zoom in

Zoom in Via pinterest.com
I like how the image contained in the diamond is a zoomed in version of the one in the background.

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7. Any Genre

Any Genre Via Collect (Australia) - Coverjunkie.com
There is seriously a magazine for anyone, and if you are a collector, this might be the one for you.

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8. Fancy Lettering

Fancy Lettering Via Behance
The different fonts on this magazine cover are what drew me in. The blue color can't be beat either. What do you think?

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9. For the Foodie

For the Foodie Via Cincinnati (US) - Coverjunkie.com
The neutral simplicity of the background highlights the delicious meal in the center.

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11. Artist's Dream

Artist's Dream Via motelrocks.co.uk
I can see this magazine drawing in any creative type. There's just something so creative about it.

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12. Handwritten

Handwritten Via type.
The lettering on this magazine looks a bit like it was written by hand.

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13. A Classic

A Classic Via FFFFOUND! | zkZL8.jpg (500×684)
Time magazine is one that I can always count on to have an interesting cover.

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14. Japanese Magazine Cover

Japanese Magazine Cover Via Japanese Magazine Cover: Many faces ...
It might not be written in English, but this cover more than makes up for it. You can frame it and hang it in your home for a fun conversation starter.

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16. Cutting Paper

Cutting Paper Via Follow coverjunkie.com
By cutting the cover and laying it on a bright sheet of paper, this magazine has a look that can't be missed on any newsstand.

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17. Skateboard

Skateboard Via Skateboard (Germany) - Coverjunkie.com
Here's another magazine that proves that you can find one about virtually any subject imaginable.

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18. Travel Inspiration

Travel Inspiration Via NAS CAPAS
I wouldn't mind going for a swim here. Wouldn't you?

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19. Whimsical

Whimsical Via Jim Flora Illustration
I challenge you to find another magazine cover that looks as cool as this one.

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21. Celebrities

Celebrities Via Behance
Most people have been lured into buying a magazine because they like the celebrity on the front. Have you?

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22. Masculine

Masculine Via MADE Magazine Subscription - mag ...
Sometimes masculine magazines can appeal to the female reader too. This cover looks like one I'd pick up.

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24. Portland Outsider

Portland Outsider Via Portland Outsider (US) - Coverjunkie.com
The title of this magazine alone makes me want to find out more.

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25. Lowercase Letters

Lowercase Letters Via Anthem: Issue 35
I always think titles in all lowercase letters look really cool.

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26. Chalk Typography

Chalk Typography Via TIME.com on Twitter
The chalkboard look of this cover is a great one for an issue that centers around college.

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29. Letters on Top

Letters on Top Via thehayze.com
Placing the text on top of the image is sure to get people looking.

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30. Book Cover

Book Cover Via buzzfeed.com
This magazine cover looks more like a book to me. What do you think?

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31. Running Make-up

Running Make-up Via cover :: ocala magazine :: ...
You aren't going to see someone with their mascara running on a magazine cover often, which is what makes this one so genius.

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33. Camera Placement

Camera Placement Via Weekend magazine cover
You can pretty much assume you're going to learn something about photography when you read this magazine.

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34. Small Lettering

Small Lettering Via amazing
The small lettering lets a reader know what's inside, but doesn't detract from the photo of the celebrity.

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The use of collage in magazine covers offers a dynamic, layered experience that can hint at a story or a mood far more complex than a simple photo. The mingling of images provokes curiosity, embodying the creativity and boldness that often signifies the essence of a good magazine. It's a visual treat that prompts double-takes and deeper inspection, inviting lovers of art and design to untangle the threads woven together by the artist's vision. Such covers are not just a feast for the eyes but a puzzle for the mind, engaging readers before they've even turned the page.

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38. Male or Female

Male or Female Via Which
It looks like this magazine appeals to both male and female readers.

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41. Big Food

Big Food Via Arem Duplessis on Twitter
Anyone who loves food and loves to eat is going to pick this up for sure. I would!

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43. For Parents

For Parents Via Relax: Issue 97
There are tons of parenting magazines out there, but this one looks a little different from the others.

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The image of the repeated lips is from the book "Graphic Design History" by Herbert Bayer. It has a lot of impact due to its bold colors and the fact that it is repeated. This image is part of a collection of unforgettable magazine covers from days gone by, published on a women-focused lifestyle blog. The lips are an iconic symbol of femininity, making the image even more powerful. The vibrant colors and repeating pattern create a dynamic and eye-catching effect that draws the reader in.

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45. Simple and Not Overwhelming

Simple and Not Overwhelming Via Designspiration
The image here makes its point without taking over the entire cover.

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46. Illustrated

Illustrated Via Expressive Pop Art Covers : ...
There's something to be said for an illustrated magazine cover.

Which one is your favorite? I read a lot of magazines to inspire my work and checking out the cover is always one of my favorite parts. Do you subscribe to any magazines?

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  • Minahil

    2014-09-06T03:28:09.934Z

    These are so cool! Some are especially creative. I don't know how people think of these covers.
  • KaReN

    2014-09-04T22:46:00.760Z

    i don't see how they're so unforgettable, they're all boring
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