Women of the Year 2024: UK Harper’s Bazaar Celebration
The British edition of Harper’s Bazaar continues to excel in the fashion magazine arena, showcasing an impressive roster of cover stars in recent months, including renowned personalities like Kate Winslet, Venus Williams, and Lupita Nyong’o. Their captivating covers have consistently left us in awe, reflecting the magazine’s commitment to celebrating iconic women. As we approach the end of 2024, it’s exciting to see Harper’s Bazaar conclude the year on a high note with its highly anticipated annual “Women of the Year” edition. Lydia Slater honors exceptional figures such as Sophie Turner, Ambika Mod, Katarina Johnson-Thompson, and Victoria Beckham on the December 2024/January 2025 covers. Each cover is a stunning representation of contemporary fashion, with Turner photographed by Emma Summerton in a striking Louis Vuitton ensemble. Agata Pospieszynska captures Ambika Mod in a glamorous outfit from Christian Dior, while Luc Braquet portrays Katarina Johnson-Thompson in a chic Shushu/Tong look. The final cover features Victoria Beckham herself, elegantly suited up in her namesake fashion label, beautifully captured by Boo George.
Discover the Stunning December 2024/January 2025 ‘Women of the Year’ Covers of British Harper’s Bazaar:
Explore Enthusiastic Reactions from theFashionSpot’s Community on the Covers:
“Sophie Turner’s cover is the best. She looks stunning,” enthused forum member fauxfashion, showcasing the general admiration for Turner’s portrayal. The captivating imagery and striking fashion choices resonate with many readers, highlighting the magazine’s ability to evoke strong emotional responses.
“The Sophie Turner cover looks like they Photoshopped the cigarette she was holding out of the photo,” pointed out forum member KoV, reflecting the critical eyes of the community who closely examine the details of each cover. Such observations indicate a keen interest in the authenticity of the images presented.
“I do not know most of these women but I do like all of the covers,” voiced MModa. “I appreciate the styling and color palette. Johnson-Thompson’s cover is my favorite and Turner’s my least favorite. The black polka dots look out of place with the other cover options.” This highlights the subjective nature of fashion preferences while also showcasing the magazine’s diverse representation.
Srdjan simply wasn’t impressed, commenting: “Not sure about any. None say December, festivity, or glamour!” Such critiques serve as a reminder of the high expectations that readers have for seasonal issues, particularly during the festive months.
“Feels generic, as a whole series,” jeremydante critiqued, emphasizing the importance of originality in fashion editorial content. This comment underscores the need for magazines to continuously innovate and push creative boundaries.
“Saw the Victoria Beckham cover in the shop and it has a beautiful silvery finish on the text. The whole effect against the whiteness of the shot was just lovely; very festive and very tempting,” admired LastNight. This positive feedback emphasizes the visual appeal and seasonal theme that resonates with much of the audience.
“I came here to say the same thing!” replied vogue28. “Saw the Victoria Beckham cover and thought it was gorgeous. I was also an admirer of the silvery finish and the cover overall. It did indeed feel very celebratory and festive!” This shared sentiment highlights the successful execution of a festive aesthetic that captivates readers.
For a deeper dive into the December 2024/January 2025 issue of British Harper’s Bazaar featuring the illustrious Sophie Turner, Victoria Beckham, and more, head over to theFashionSpot forums for engaging discussions and insights, here.