Deconstruction: 4

When looking at the title on the contents page, I noticed that it was similar to the mastheads as it was a straight serif font. This creates a formal tone for the page. I also acknowledged that the magazine likely publishes biannually and this is why they can have more content. The grey is elegant and makes the gold text used later stand out more. The images show various features of a wedding which makes it clear that the magazine offers a range of articles.These images each have strong connotations but still work well together. The contents list has formal serif fonts which suggests and older target audience and the alternating colors creates visual interest. Finally, there is a lure of a free gift to make people more likely to purchase the magazine.

What can I take away from this?

I could consider using a lure but this may be something used more in national magazines than in regional magazines as regional magazines do not necessarily have the funds for gifts or competitions. I want to include a range of photos on my contents page to show that I have a range of content and that my articles will include more than just one type of article. This will help to draw in a reader greatly.