Codes and conventions of a magazine front cover

1. Masthead at the top , often left or centre (sometimes overlayed).
2. Tagline
3. Clear colour theme. (limited palette costs less).
4. Buzzwords (eg plus, free exclusive etc).
5. Interviews.
6. Main image and main coverline.
7. Other images (mainly photographs).
8. 2-3 fonts (masthead in a diferent font from every other).
9. Central image relates to genre.
10. Banner with summary.
11. Between 6 and 10 coverlines.
12. Bright, attractive colours that attract target audience.
13. Web address.