"On a desert island, the pigeon post will bring only one publication each month. Which one would you choose and why?"

Lucy Cooper

The publication I would choose would be, inevitably, Vogue. I doubt I could function without my monthly fix; the rush of anticipation to discover who is on the front of the issue, the thrill of excitement when finding out what the new trends are, the thousands of rainy Sunday afternoons spent drooling over the gorgeous glossy pages for the 10th time since buying it. It’s just fantastic.

Since Arthur Turnure founded Vogue in 1892, and Diana Vreeland became editor-in-chief in 1963, Vogue has been providing readers with the newest trends, international and at home, is embellished with beautiful photography and countless articles of various subject matters. The magazine is contemporary, authentic, intelligent and is filled with art and articles discussing anything from the likes of Chanel’s new season couture to travelling and culture. It is almost a lifestyle in itself. Vogue is not merely just a ‘fashion publication’, it is so much more than that which is why it’s competitors hardly stand a chance against it. Browsing through the likes of ‘Look’ or ‘Elle’ and the contrast is severe; these publications are simply devoid of the creative energy that Vogue encapsulates. Not only does Vogue serve readers with their monthly fashion update, it also boasts articles on health, beauty, travel and much more. On a desert island, these health and travel pages may be useful!

When reading through Vogue, there is sense of it being a well-needed celebration of some of the most talented people who exist in the fashion and creative world. Upcoming and well-known designers, artists, writers, journalists and the like are given an opportunity to express their talent, yet subtly. Vogue epitomises classic style, sophistication and elegance yet keeps recent and young. Just the other day I found vintage copies of Vogue from the late 80’s and early 90’s in my attic and when comparing these to recent issues, there is little difference, except obviously trends. This shows the consistency Vogue holds, the way it has and always will be a style bible adored for lifetimes. Yet Vogue is not a ‘style bible’ in the way that it produces clones of people all dressed in the same way, it is inspirational in that it helps to sturdy effortless and elegant style for those that are inspired by it. I provide no explanation when people ask why I hoard multiple stacks of Vogues in my room. No explanation at all.