Snake in the Grass: A Total Disappointment - Vogue Magazine Review

Name: Snake in the Grass: A Total Disappointment - Cringeworthy Ads, Awful Fashion Trends, and a Little on Fasting Beauty
Item: VOGUE Magazine
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Author: sophieW_

Snake in the Grass: A Total Disappointment - Cringeworthy Ads, Awful Fashion Trends, and a Little on Fasting Beauty

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I'm a huge magazine fan, but my latest Vogue issue was a huge letdown. I was expecting fashion inspiration, but what I got was a bunch of ads and some pretty cringeworthy moments. The August 2019 issue is a total head-scratcher - with no product reviews, no beautiful images, and just one ad after another, I was left feeling underwhelmed. The magazine's usually great, but this one's a total disappointment. I mean, what happened to the fashion inspiration and style advice I've come to expect from Vogue? This issue just felt like a bunch of mediocre stuff, and I was really disappointed.

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I've been a magazine junkie for years, and I've always been drawn to Vogue. But my latest issue was a huge letdown.

As a loyal subscriber to Cosmopolitan and Glamour, I was expecting a treasure trove of fashion inspiration from Vogue. But what I got was a whole lot of nothing. No product reviews, no beautiful images, just one ad after another and some pretty cringeworthy moments.

Say hello to the August 2019 issue of Vogue – it's a real head-scratcher!

The Basics

Vogue is the most influential fashion magazine in the world, and it's been a staple since 1998.

Vogue is published in 25 countries around the world.

Issue: #8, August 2019

Number of pages: 182 pages

Price: around 150 rubles

Let's Take a Look!

The magazine came wrapped in a clear plastic bag, which usually indicates some great product samples inside. But, alas, there were none.

So, let's open it up and take a peek inside. I've got a big format issue, so get ready for some serious flipping!

The cover looks like this:

Vogue Magazine

And then, things take a turn for the worse... with one ad after another.

Vogue Magazine Vogue Magazine Vogue Magazine Honestly, the whole magazine is just packed with ads. Flip through a few pages and you'll see what's inside the magazine:

Vogue Magazine Vogue Magazine The topics look interesting at first, but nothing really grabs your attention... Keep flipping. And then, besides all that ad space, there are these weird images. I just didn't get them - they didn't resonate with me at all. And to make matters worse, I don't even understand what kind of art this is:

Vogue Magazine Vogue Magazine Vogue Magazine If this is a fashion magazine, then why are there such cringeworthy images? Maybe I just don't get it? But honestly, it's just not pretty:

Vogue MagazineFlannel shirts were a staple in the '90s - and people actually looked pretty cool in them. But what about this bodysuit with a diving-helmet neckline, a skin-tight leather skirt, and white sneakers? Is that stylish? Vogue MagazineOr how about this:

Vogue Magazine Vogue Magazine Vogue MagazineIt's pretty hilarious how fashion 'works'. I guess it's like a rhyme? Purple suits you, don't you think?

Vogue MagazineApart from that, the magazine has spreads called Find Your Fashion Mom:

Vogue MagazineThe ad for expensive jewelry is paired with an ad for lingerie... And the result is just... ugh.

Vogue Magazine Vogue MagazineIs this the most fashionable magazine in the world? It's Vogue?

I was surprised to find out what's trending in hair this season. You won't believe it!

The main trend for the upcoming season is curly, unwashed hair, washed without conditioner...

I mean, who thought this was a good idea? Porous, unwashed hair is the new black, apparently.

Vogue MagazineAnd have you seen the state of tights this season? They want you to wear ones with different patterns on each leg. Like, one leg in a circle and the other in a square. Or, you know, just different colors. I mean, who's normal enough to wear this stuff? High fashion, I guess. I just don't get it.

Vogue MagazineI was trying to read an article on cosmetic fasting, but it was super short and written in a way that's just not engaging. Plus, it's all confusing and unclear. Not exactly what I'm looking for in a magazine.

Vogue MagazineBut then I stumbled upon an article about Zendaya, the actress who plays Spider-Man. I haven't seen the movie in a while, but it caught my attention.

Vogue MagazineI found this one interesting spread with some beautiful pictures:

Vogue Magazine I have to say, the ad for soap caught my eye too:

Vogue MagazineAnd that's pretty much it, folks! Oh, and the horoscope at the end - how could I forget?

Vogue MagazineThe back of the cover:

Vogue MagazineThat's it, friends. There were a few articles in the magazine, but they were pretty unimpressive. Mostly just ads.

I have to say, I was really disappointed with the magazine overall.

I won't be buying this magazine again, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.

By the way, you might want to check out:

- the book "I Want to Be Happy", by Lev Labkovsky - This book made me a bit happier, but it seems like the author has some issues of their own...

- the book "P.S. I Love You", by Cecelia Ahern - Girls, it's a must-read! Get some tissues ready... We're opening the bestseller "P.S. I Love You" by Cecelia Ahern. When a book is better than the movie

- The Circle of Female Power by Larisa Renar - What does it mean to be a strong woman? Why do we need to stop trying to control men?

- The Little Tractor That Wanted to Sleep by Karl-Johan Forssén Ehrlin - Using hypnosis to help your child sleep - is it a good idea or just a parent's last resort?

live_helpFeatured FAQ

What's the deal with the August 2019 issue of Vogue?

Honestly, it's a total head-scratcher. I was expecting fashion inspiration, but what I got was a bunch of ads and some pretty cringeworthy moments.

Is Vogue a good magazine?

Vogue's usually great, but this one's a total disappointment. I'm a huge magazine fan, and I've always been drawn to Vogue, but this issue is a total head-scratcher.

How many pages does the magazine have?

The August 2019 issue of Vogue has 182 pages.

How much does the magazine cost?

The price is around 150 rubles.

Is the magazine published in many countries?

Yes, Vogue is published in 25 countries around the world.

When was Vogue first published?

Vogue has been a staple since 1998.

What's the deal with the clear plastic bag the magazine came in?

Usually, it means there are some great product samples inside, but this time there were none.

Is the magazine's content any good?

Honestly, it's just a bunch of mediocre stuff. No product reviews, no beautiful images, just one ad after another.

check_circlePros

•The magazine is published in 25 countries around the world, which is pretty cool.
•Vogue has been a staple since 1998, and I've always been a fan.
•The magazine has a big following and is considered one of the most influential fashion magazines in the world.
•The magazine's price is around 150 rubles, which is pretty standard for a fashion mag.
•The magazine has 182 pages, which is a lot of content to get through.
•Vogue has a reputation for being one of the best fashion magazines out there, and for the most part, they deliver.

cancelCons

•The August 2019 issue is a total head-scratcher - I have no idea what they were thinking.
•There's no product reviews, no beautiful images - it's just a bunch of ads.
•Just one ad after another, it's like they're trying to sell you something, not inspire you with fashion.
•The magazine's usually great, but this one's a total disappointment.
•The clear plastic bag the magazine came in usually indicates some great product samples inside, but this time there were none.
•The magazine's content is just a bunch of mediocre stuff - no style advice, no fashion inspiration.