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“As I look back at the last 15 years, one of the things that I'm most proud of is creating the cover. When I first did it, the first couple of years, people really criticized it and didn't think it would work at all. Now, you see it everywhere.”

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Glenda Bailey

Glenda Bailey, born on November 16, 1958, is an accomplished editor with over 30 years in the fashion industry. Renowned for her unique perspective and keen fashion sense, she has held several prominent editorial positions in leading fashion magazines. more

“When you put an image on the newsstand, you have literally two seconds to get somebody's attention. Often, with many of the subscriber covers, they're far away and the thing that catches your attention more than anything on the newsstand is eye contact.Because you've got a smaller image, and sometimes a darker image, often it doesn't stand out, as much as a traditional newsstand cover, which is why we continue to do right for newsstand.”

Sometimes Eye Attention Far Away Standing Out Eye Contact

Author:Glenda Bailey

“I'm looking at celebrities who are relevant or who want to participate in some of our more adventurous ideas. I've often said we're not just about hemlines, we're about headlines. I love the idea that as a monthly magazine, we can break news stories.”

Break Relevant Adventurous

Author:Glenda Bailey

“Here's the thing: celebrities understand the power of original ideas because often that's why they act. They want to be in movies that tell a story. They know the power of iconic imagery. Often, you find that people really want to participate.”

People Imagery Iconic

Author:Glenda Bailey

“It's just as important to let go and let somebody do what they're best at and other times, I'm very determined to get exactly what I know we need. It's that balance.”

Important Balance Letting Go Determined

Author:Glenda Bailey