Conventions- Double Page Spread

The final double page spread I will be analysing is from Vogue. I think this spread is effective as it gives viewers an idea of 'what people want in December' and lists prices and where to get the products from alongside the images. The text is also very catchy as there is alliteration of 'w' used in 'what we want'. The colour scheme of this spread is very plain but matches well with the gold/cream products on the page. The model used on the right hand side of the spread are very provocative, wearing only some monochrome leggings, a bow tie, black heels and red lipstick.

Conventions- Double Page Spread

This double page spread is very simple and has very little content along with a basic design. It although looks very classy and stylish due to the soft colours used. The title 'Kylie Forver' takes up a large proportion of the page which draws the reader in and shows its importance to the article. The text is very thin, which is unusual for a title as they are usual in a bold font, although this adds to the elegance of the spread. The model used, Kylie Minogue, is the only slight bit of colour in the spread as the background and her dress is is a very dull grey. This highlights the importance of her and draws all attention to her.

Conventions- Double Page Spread

I am finally going to research three different double page spreads from fashion magazines to gain more ideas.


I think this double page spread from Glamour magazine is very effective as it is exactly what the audience group will want to read. The spread shows the latest fashion trends and how to piece outfits together for different times of the day. Also, current and popular models have been pictured wearing similar outfits to what's being advertised which will influence the readers to want to buy them more. This gives the impression to readers that they could look as good as the models do. The layout of the page looks very busy although at the same time is very simple and easy to read as the background colour and font is plain.

Conventions- Contents Page

There is a clear main image on the above Glamour magazine which is anchored with the text 'Have a pretty summer'. This links to the sunny, outdoor picture and the models light, summer clothes. The text is set out in one column, under two subheadings including 'On the cover' and 'Features'. The masthead is spread in bold along the top third of the page followed by the date and website of glamour underneath. I like this contents page as as it is very simple although the layout still looks very neat and effective. The colour scheme is kept quite plain although the colours used relate to the season therefore works well.

Conventions- Contents Page

There is no particular main image on this ELLE contents page, in comparison to the Vogue issue,  although it does still have two slightly smaller images which link to some of the pages. The page is set out in columns, and sectioned into categories which makes it easier for the reader to find what they want to read, and what it will be about. There is a small advertisement included on the left hand side of the page directly under one of the images which includes makeup and clothes that the cover model was wearing. It also states where they are from and how much they are which will influence readers to go and buy them. The image above this text is the cover model that is mentioned and therefore is used to anchor with the text.

Conventions- Contents Page

I have also analyzed three contents pages in order to help me understand the general layout of them. The layout of most Contents page's in a magazine consist of columns with usually one main image and other smaller ones. There is also page numbers on the images which anchors to the written contents. The issue date is also generally included on the top of the contents page nearby the masthead.



The main image on the above Vogue contents page takes up a lot of the space and shows off a large amount of the models outfit, which is important in a fashion magazine. The model looks very high fashion and the bright orange dress and eye makeup she is wearing links well with the overall contents page as there is orange text to match. The contents is divided into categories and headings such as 'Fashion', 'Special Features' and 'In Vogue' used to identify pages in the magazine. The masthead, 'Vogue' stands out the strongly on the contents page, along with the main image, as it is in a bold black font and immediately draws your attention.

Conventions- Front Cover

Star power is used in the above Vogue magazine, which will attract a wider audience as Taylor Swift has a large fan base therefore her fans would be interested in buying this issue. She also looks very sexy and sophisticated, shown by her facial expressions, making the cover look very high fashion and appealing. The models costume looks very expensive and classy which will make the target audience more interested in buying it. Taylor Swifts bright blue eyes then match with the bold blue masthead and the subtle blue background drawing them all in together. The sell lines also fit in with the subtle colour scheme and gives the cover a natural, fresh look. The target audience of Vogue magazine upper market females age ranged from 18-35 as it is a extremely popular and quite expensive company.