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Despite the fact that everyone now uses computers and smartphones, paper publications are still popular (there are people who welcome magazines only in this format). Do you remember how there used to be stalls with newspapers and magazines everywhere? They are still there, just not so much anymore.
But let’s not talk about sad things! Let’s shift our attention to the positive points, find out which magazines and what are the most popular. Many of them have undergone significant changes during their existence, but their subject matter has remained the same. For example, as we know, Playboy is an adult magazine, while Glamor is preferred by fashionistas.
We hope you will not regret the time spent reading the article. You will enjoy it! Our list includes the most popular magazines around the world.
10 Playboy
Year of foundation: 1953
Playboy – the legendary men’s magazine founded by Hugh Hefner (by the way, there are even computer games about Hefner in which the main character is surrounded by beauties and selects the best for his pictures). The idea to create a magazine came to Hefner during his student days – he was immersed in publishing and worked as an editor at Shaft.
The magazine comes out every month, bringing men to aesthetic pleasure, because there are naked women on its pages (often celebrities are invited for filming). The magazine’s logo: a recognizable hare that was designed by Arthur Pohl. The Russian version of the magazine has been published since 1995.
9. Hello
Year of foundation: 1988
Magazines are often left in the lobby of hotels or hospitals so that you can flip through the colorful pages while you wait. Hello can often be seen in public places, its subject: information about movie stars, business and sports. Also in each new issue there is a horoscope, information about social events, advice on personal care – in general, everything that will be of interest to a modern woman.
The magazine is distinguished by one feature – it publishes only verified information, no water and false information. Also, colorful photos and high-quality printing please.
8. People
Year of foundation: 1974
Magazine People comes out every week and covers events from the life of celebrities. This American celebrity-focused magazine covers breaking news. Basically, the magazine is read by people who do not shy away from gossip. Renata Litvinova, for example, is a big fan of them, and once said in a program: “It would be nice if gossip was classified as a separate genre, I like to wash bones.”
People annually compiles lists, for example, “The Sexiest Man” or “The Most Beautiful People”, of course, this causes great interest.
7. Spindrift
Year of foundation: 1892
Впервые Spindrift published in America in 1892. The publication, of course, did not look like what we are used to, rather it was a weekly fashion almanac, which was more of an informational nature for New Yorkers. The main upheaval occurred in the 60s and 70s – then the magazine began to change direction. They were more interested not in housewives, but in business women, the movement of business women, by the way, was developing rapidly in those years.
Today, Vogue gives all girls and women interesting ideas: about drawing up a bow, relationships, makeup lessons and more. Most often, this is a magazine at a time, it is unlikely that you will want to re-read it, but it can brighten up time perfectly.
6. Glamour
Year of foundation: 1939
Rarely anyone can be interested in magazines now, when everyone has a smartphone. Nevertheless, the magazines are very seductive on the tables of the hall or in the hairdresser’s, inviting guests to familiarize themselves. Glamor magazine itself, of course, has positive aspects, girls buy it to be “in style”, to keep up with trends. However, not everyone can afford the clothes that are advertised there, and you have to buy analogues.
Bright colors, positivity that permeates every page, faith in the best and make women want to constantly buy a new issue. In addition to fashion, the magazine also covers current news from the life of celebrities.
5. Esquire
Year of foundation: 1933
The men’s magazine is also preferred by women at their leisure, because it contains many interesting scientific articles. However, the price for it is high, so not everyone can afford it (about 170 rubles – depends on the region). This smart magazine is designed for successful people or those who aspire to become one.
Esquire has an interesting design, it’s even nice to take it in your hands. True, there is a bust with advertising, but it is interestingly framed – in the form of facts. The magazine provides food for thought, ideal for readers who love to think and develop. Also in this magazine are incomparable photographs taken by professionals. If you don’t feel like reading, you can just enjoy.
4. GQ
Year of foundation: 1957
GQ is a magazine for men with a lot of interesting and useful articles. Here you can find absolutely everything: topics about travel, fashion, politics, style and much more.
Movie fans will especially enjoy the Movies section, as it has descriptions of films, as well as talks about which films have already been released and which are just about to be released. There are also sections “Music”, “Books” (books, by the way, are advised by the editors of the magazine). If you consider yourself a modern person, then be sure to evaluate the articles about proper nutrition. In total, the magazine has 288 pages, including advertising (alas, nowhere without it).
3. Cosmopolitan
Year of foundation: 1886
At the magazine Cosmopolitan very rich history. It was founded in 1886 in New York by the Schlicht and Field company, and at first was intended exclusively for people from high society. The publication changed owners several times until it was bought by William Randolph Hearst in 1905. He greatly modified the magazine, making it a literary publication that combines articles and excellent prose. After that, the theme of the magazine was repeatedly changed when the old one got bored, now the magazine covers events from the fashion world, touches on all the issues of modern women, and the texts are written by real professionals who understand the topic.
2. Newsweek
Year of foundation: 1933
This magazine is a true work of art. Very interesting articles are written here by real professionals of world journalism. Topics covered are very different: economics, education, politics, culture. First of all, the magazine is aimed at people who love and want to educate themselves, who love to think. The magazine is published every week, with a total circulation of 100 million+. Between 2008 and 2012, the publication experienced financial difficulties, which led to the end of publications in print publications. But in March 2014, the magazine began to be published again after a change in management.
1. National Geographic
Year of foundation: 1888
Perhaps this is the best magazine on the list, because it publishes interesting informative articles, and the pictures cause aesthetic delight. National Geographic accompanied by colorful photos.
In addition to periodic issues, the magazine has special editions. Readers like the presentation of the material: there is a lot of text, but it is conveniently distributed on the page, divided into capacious sections. This magazine can be read at home in your free time or taken on the road – time will not be considered wasted.
The magazine is designed not only for amateurs, but also for professionals who know about nature. The only negative is the abundance of advertising, but now it is everywhere.