Sharma, Versha (editor). Teen Vogue. Conde Nast, 2003.
Magazine Title: Teen Vogue
Editor in Chief: Versha Sharma
Reading Level/ Interest Level: Teen's between ages 13-18yrs
Frequency: Quarterly
Publisher: Conde Nast
First Issue: January 2003
Last Issue: December 2017 (online now only)
Summary
Teen Vogue is the child of Vogue targeting teenagers at the title suggests. It originated in 2003. Teen Vogue covers celebrity news, fashion, beauty, wellness, politics, lifestyle and entertainment. The magazine is only online and it stopped being in print in 2017. They went from high fashion to a community of activism.
Critical Evaluation
In 2016, Teen Vogue underwent significant re-structuring, with being inclusive with their models, diversity in voices with their writers and points of views that traditionally had not been showcased. Articles covered celebrities new lines to internalize racism of famous hip hop artists. The changes were put into effect due to the editors, Elaine Welterworth, now ex, (first Black editor in chief and youngest editor).
There is a diverse range on topics covered and they credit this to the fact that their readers are multifaceted and not only care about beauty, but also the world. There are voices that have traditionally been excluded by media outlets, and have provided a platform to them. They are aware that the U.S is diverse, and that young people reflect this diversity. Diversity including sexual orientation, gender identity and expression.
Reader's annotation
Teen's guide to fashion, beauty, style, entertainment, wellness and politics.
Author information
N/A
Genre
Fashion ; Politics ; Wellness ; Entertainment
Booktalking Ideas:
I would look at a current headline and check out the website. Ask them if they have checked it out.
Reading level: Interest Age
12 years +
Challenge Issues
Sex, what are considered "left leaning politics" , LGTBQI+ points of view. I will defend with the Library Bill of Rights and Los Angeles County Library Collections Policy.
Why I Chose This Magazine
Young people want to be informed and this magazine is encompassing of current events, and other concerns young people are interested in. An article delving into this by the Atlantic.
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