Magazine layout

Main features of Magazine front covers

Cover lines- Short statements found on the magazine cover which give insight to the articles within the magazine.

Left third- The left third contains the articles main features and gives insight as to what the core part of the magazine will be.

Main image- Generally shows the image or persons directly associated with the magazines main feature/story.

Masthead- The title of the magazine, usually consists of the magazines name in an easy to recognize font to attract readers.

Pug- The corners of the magazine may feature price, bar code or promotional information such as free posters.

Selling line / strapline- Introductory head line which describes the magazine.

Tag- The phrase or word which is used to engage the reader such as “exclusive”.

Top and bottom strip- Strips at the top and bottom of the magazine that give further insight to the magazines contents.

Typography- Font.

Model credit- Credits the model or subject used on the magazine cover.