The Puff provides the target audience with a “guide” to be just like Cheryl Cole. This can grab the reader’s attention as any advice to become like a celebrity is one the reader will take. The pink colour really stands out from the background this is a good thing as it’s noticeable and catches your eye. The text is written in white again this gives the concentration of the audience towards the puff. As it may be the first thing to see. The bottom of the puff has been reversed in colours the text is baby pink and the background is white. This can suggest that it’s almost like a secret so others that only glance over the magazine don’t see it. This makes the reader feel special. The vocabulary “top-to-toe” is informal which again allows the reader to connect with the magazine. The idea of giving away how to look like Cheryl is appealing its self which interesting the reader, for them to see any similarities.

The feature article photo of the Wanted Behind Bars is captivating as it’s unusual. As it’s almost like the audience is able to receive information from the Wanted that is selected. The image of the boys reaching to escape can allow the target audience to feel as though they are reaching towards them for help. This can captivate the reader in a sense of what the boys have done to own up to things. With an exclamation mark at the end it’s as if it’s imperative to see and you’ll miss the chance. The eye contact with the audience allows a connection to be achieved. This is a good thing as its directing attention to the reader.

The puff with an article image of Diana is intriguing as her facial expression is funny and bizarre. This is different which is what the readership looks out for. The concept that the magazine has used a puff can signify how her mouth is shaped. Diana is written in bold font that stands out from the purple background with a white text colour. The quote used from the article is to interest the target audience to read on. The written writing at the bottom of the quote allows the audience to feel comforted that they were not the only ones with problems even artists have problems. The fact that it’s written in hand just means that the magazine is interacting with the audience in an informal way. Almost like a conversation between the readership and the magazine.

The feature article image of Joe is a close up, with a speech mark that indicates that he’s almost having a conversation answering back. The image is on a baby pink background which keeps in with a girly theme of pink and purple colour scheme. Using bold font in capital letters in white stands out from the background which is noticeable. The hand written “exclusive” on the top is highlighting the fact that it’s the only for the readers eyes. This can make the readership feel special, which is what the magazine wants.

The small box with an interview stands out with a black background which leads the target audience’s attention towards it. The colour pink that has been chosen is in with the colour scheme of the magazine. It’s a girly colour for a girly magazine. The quote taken from the article is a dramatic bit of the interview that is guaranteed attention. The headline is written in capital letters which is quite bold however it’s almost hand written. This is like the magazine is communicating that we should read how horrific the story is.

The Barcode and price are hidden on the bottom of the magazine so the readership can take in the magazine and search all over the cover to find the price. This is seen in most magazines which really allow the audience to capture the magazine before thinking of putting it down.

The rectangular puff with Selena Gomez offers advice on how to get your favourite female artist style with everyday shops. Using a young successful artist that is an idol is aspiring for the readership to want to become like her. With a few examples next to the artist it allows the readership to see just a few things that you can purchase with reasonable prices. This can be attracting to the audience. The number of pages included shows a diversity of clothes there are to offer and this gives the audience a choice. The title used “shopping heaven” is stating that if you miss this than you lose out. Giving a purple background to the rectangle shape to stand out from the white background is bold and noticeable.

The article image of Justin on the top left hand corner is where the eyes wonder to first. The fact that the magazine uses a young fresh good looking male artist just screams for attention. The picture is a close up in a rectangular shape almost like a pocket sized photo for the audience. The writing at the bottom is bold and capital again this is noticeable. The fact that there’s an exclamation mark emphasises that sub heading. The colour used is purple which the theme of the magazine is. The bottom of the Subheading is written almost like a rhetorical question. This can be surprising as artists have many friends. This can intrigue the reader and take interest within article. Again this is a lighter shade of purple using girly colours which the reader

The masthead is found in the same position on each magazine this helps create a brand identity. The colour used in the masthead is a different shade to the rest of the magazine yet it’s bolder and noticeable with a white background covering each world. The masthead is written in lowercase with a sort of bubbled effect with it almost like it has been hand written and coloured. This can portray that the magazine could be written by someone similar to the target audiences age giving them a sense of connection as they see life in their eyes. This is comforting for the reader.

The magazine has a slogan which again helps distinguish the brand identity. The fact that “more gossip” is seen clear may be more of an interest to the audience as they love gossip on their favourite artists. The “s” at the end is written in an unusual way which can connote quirkiness. The “tm” above indicates the trademark of the magazine and any other variables associated with “Top of the Pops”. The image above is along side the masthead it appears to be a short of speaker indicating that this magazine is the first with

The strap line featuring Zac is a key convention that most magazines include. The short sentence shows the audience what to expect of the article with Zac included. The feature article photo of him smiling makes the audience feel that he’s smiling at them, with a speech mark coming out as though he’s having a conversation with the audience. The informal vocabulary used is another form of connection that the audience will have with the magazine.

The BBC is the ownership of Top of the Pops magazine.

The main image is of Cheryl Cole, the artist featured is what kind of music the magazine celebrates. The shot is medium not too close or distant. She is placed in the middle of the cover which may suggest that the magazine this month is featured around her. Her posture is plain and simple. She’s wearing a white dress this can signify an angelic, gentle artist. It’s not to revealing giving off too much skin. On the purple background the attire makes her stand out which is what can grab the reader’s attention. Her hair is put in simple short curl’s which shows that its “natural” and yet she still looks beautiful. The makeup has been kept simple again with the natural look. There is more emphasis on her eyes as she has direct eye contact with the audience almost like she captures the readers gaze. Her smile screams “innocence” which can show the reader that simple and natural is the best way to be noticeable. Her lips are coated in a baby pink colour which represents the magazines light coloured scheme.

The sub sections lure the target audience with the saucy “bits and bobs” they managed to get off artists. This can be mostly about their past present or future. This also shows other artist included in this feature.

The puff provides information that entices the reader to look inside. The word “exclusive” grasps the audience as it allows the readership to feel unique as it’s only for their eyes. The puff is bright neon pink to grab attention of the audience. It is kept with the colour scheme of the magazine. The use of vocabulary is to make sure the target audience familiar with how trendy the magazine is with the target audience.

The small puff on the left side of the magazine is a cleaver technique as the audience always looks on the top left hand side of a page. The vocabulary is to fit the audience to ensure they feel as the magazine understands them and they can relate. The colours are bright and vibrant to ensure it stands out. This ensures attention towards the rest iof the cover.

The masthead is found in the same place each week this ensures the brand identity of the magazine. The colours again distinguish the brand identity yet also keeping with the target audience’s preference of colour. It is again on left hand side so it can be in the mind of the readership. Using “we” within the title ensures that the reader can feel a part of the magazine and have a sense of belonging. The symbolism of a heart instead of simply writing the word can create informal mood and language which relates towards the audience. This also links to the fact that the title is enclosed within a text bubble it uses the same language as the target audience would in a text. The title is short, sweet and cool.

The top of the masthead outlines what in inside of the magazine. The “uncensored” is written hand like. This can create an informal touch towards the magazine almost comforting the target audience.

The Slogan on the below of the masthead gives another implement that the magazine is centred on music. The rhyme is catchy and simple.

The feature article photo is used to advertise what type of bands and artist are included in the magazine. The concept of saying “Unseen Pics” gives the readership a special feel that they are exclusive. Using informal language also allows the readership to have a connection to the magazine. The use of “Bromance” and “4eva!” are both another slang term the magazine used to implement that the magazine offers what the target audience are looking for.

The puff featuring clothes which is in the next season offers advice on the latest trendy clothes for the summer. The bright colours give a more in season look giving the reader awareness on what items are too come within the magazine. The colour of the text featured within the puff has the same tone which keeps the magazines identity. It keeps to a colour scheme which is important so the magazine doesn’t have too many different colours. The title in pink again keeps in with the magazine colour scheme it’s also bold and capital so it can grab attention. The “sorted” is underlined emphasising that the magazine has everything you could ever need for summer. This is what the different items of clothes in the puff are portraying.

The magazine uses the target audience language so there’s a “connection” between another as well as making the audience feel comfortable. This is shown in the language used by “Boy, oi, oi!” The fact that the magazine is giving free posters of “fit” famous male artists instantly grabs all attention to the posters. The colours again are kept within the scheme. The writing is bold and capital so it’s

The two giant posters have been emphasised as they are for both female entertainment. However there isn’t much emphasis on the FREE posters. This is another way in which the target audience is attracted to the magazine.

The barcode and price are hidden to the right side of the magazine. This makes the target audience search the cover to find the price. This will allow them to have a review of the magazine and what there is to offer inside.

The artist featured on the front cover signifies the magazine celebrates Pop music. Jessie J is the main image of the magazine, on a white background which allows her to stand out. She’s facing towards the reader and making eye contact in a way that, wherever you wonder her eyes follow. This is a good advantage that the magazine has as it’s most likely to grad the target audience’s attention. Her posture is as if the kiss that she blew out is for the reader. The make up used on Jessie J is simple yet emphasising her features such as her eyes the dark eye liner and the lashes emphasise her eye colour which is attracting as she is looks like someone to aspire to be. Her lips are coated with a baby pink who is matching the scheme of colours used with the magazine. This is also seen on her nail colour.

Her pout is a very common pose that most of the readers use when taking a picture. This may suggest that even artists are like the readers. Her face is simple almost natural to her skin colour. Her hair is simply straight yet keeping her famous “bangs” almost like her signature hair style. However this was a “Cleopatra hair style” which she has incorporated into her own. This can indicate to the reader that simple is best. The simple attire that she is wearing is quiet casual and feminine, which shows that designer clothes are not always what artists have in their wardrobe. The hoops are another famous signature by Jessie J giving her identity to the magazine. With Jessie J as the main image the reader can get an idea that this month’s magazine has exclusivity to Jessie J.