We’re already focused on September. Why? Well, that’s when everything happens. Fashion month kicks off, the Emmy Awards take place and magazines drop their September issues. So it’s not surprising that many publications opted to publish double editions for either June/July or July/August. There are some strictly August 2022 magazine covers, though. Unfortunately, they’re pretty lackluster.
The styling is a big reason why. The outfits all feel better suited to September. Sometimes it’s the little things that make a difference. Like the baseball cap topping off Emma Corrin’s look on American Vogue. Or the out of place brown belt securing Daisy Edgar-Jones’ striking dress on Marie Claire Australia. Then there are Stella Maxwell’s green gloves on Vogue Japan.
It’s the hair that really stands out. Allure naturally set its sights on beauty with Kim Kardashian sporting epically long blond braids. Bella Hadid rocks baby bangs for Vogue Spain. HoYeon Jung flaunts sculpted baby hairs via Vogue Korea. While Nicola Peltz Beckham poses for Tatler boasting a 60s-style updo.
Diversity is lacking. But British Vogue deserves a special shout-out for featuring “the faces of the LGBTQ+ revolution” on its pull-out cover.
Keep reading to uncover which August 2022 magazine covers are hits and which ones fall a little flat.
August 2022 Magazine Covers
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Vogue
It would be better without the cap.
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ELLE
The fact that the masthead coordinates with Ana de Armas’ outfit seals the deal.
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Allure
At least the focus is on beauty.
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British Vogue
Love the message.
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Harper's Bazaar
We dig the minimal text and art direction.
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Vogue Japan
We’re on the fence…
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Tatler
Not exactly summery, but we’ll take it.
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Vogue China
Very arty, in a good way.
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Marie Claire Australia
Not fans of the belt.
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Vogue Spain
Too conceptual.
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Harper's Bazaar Australia/New Zealand
Underwhelming.
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Vogue Korea
The red background steals the spotlight.
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Cosmopolitan UK
The pose ruins the shot.
