A classic example of 1970s tabloid gossip magazine aesthetic!
This thing has to be seen to be believed. Dirt is dished up on celebs of the early seventies, including Sally Struthers (All in the Family TV star), Caroline Kennedy, Dean Martin, Liza Minnelli, Lloyd Bridges, Connie Stevens, and even a spread suggesting Carol Burnett and other female stars cheating on their marriages with Jim Nabors (not widely known yet that he was gay).
More than the fictional content, the layouts and design are worth studying as effective ways to grab the eye - anticipates our current visually-dominant culture but with a severe trashy vibe. Liberal use of quotes, bold typography, crystal clear layouts, minimal text… everything is designed in service of the “have you heard…” vibe.
Great wig ads, too - which makes me think of the amazing cover art for The Rolling Stones album, Some Girls.
Creased and worn, just like a magazine like this from 1972 would be.
A classic example of 1970s tabloid gossip magazine aesthetic!
This thing has to be seen to be believed. Dirt is dished up on celebs of the early seventies, including Sally Struthers (All in the Family TV star), Caroline Kennedy, Dean Martin, Liza Minnelli, Lloyd Bridges, Connie Stevens, and even a spread suggesting Carol Burnett and other female stars cheating on their marriages with Jim Nabors (not widely known yet that he was gay).
More than the fictional content, the layouts and design are worth studying as effective ways to grab the eye - anticipates our current visually-dominant culture but with a severe trashy vibe. Liberal use of quotes, bold typography, crystal clear layouts, minimal text… everything is designed in service of the “have you heard…” vibe.
Great wig ads, too - which makes me think of the amazing cover art for The Rolling Stones album, Some Girls.
Creased and worn, just like a magazine like this from 1972 would be.