October 2020 Magazine Covers We Loved and Hated

Another month, another chance to see glossies get creative when it comes to producing covers. For October 2020, we are treated to illustrated images and actual photoshoots. Not to mention plenty of great fall fashion. (We’re choosing to ignore British Vogue’s 80s prom dress and Vogue Paris’ snow bunny gear.) On our must-buy list this season? Quilted coats along with some fantastic fringed items. The style is especially stellar. The beauty, on the other hand, is more hit or miss. Selena Gomez’s ode to Frida Kahlo and Cynthia Erivo’s matching lilac shadow are definitely wins. The hairdos on Vogue Germany and British Vogue belong firmly in the miss column. See the slideshow above for the best and worst October 2020 covers. Here’s hoping November gives us more diversity and more fall-appropriate outfit ideas.

October 2020 Covers

Allure

Selena Gomez stuns on the mag’s latest cover triumph.
Harper's Bazaar

Happy to see Sarah Paulson even on such a drab cover.
British Vogue

Serving serious 80s prom vibes.
InStyle

This beautiful profile shot is truly captivating.
ELLE

Fans of Blackpink will love this group shot and each member’s solo cover.
Vogue Korea

Finally, a major fashion moment.
Harper's Bazaar UK

Leave it to Marion Cotillard to deliver two fashion-forward covers.
Vogue Japan

Another illustrated cover, but at least this one makes us smile.
Vogue Paris

Rianne Van Rompaey doesn’t exactly look ready to hit the slopes.
British ELLE

The outfit and eye makeup leave a lot to be desired.
Vogue China

More proof that fringe is in for fall.
Town & Country

Always a pleasure to see Sharon Stone. 
Vogue Germany

That hairdo is all kinds of wrong.
Vanity Fair

The cute dogs almost make up for Elle Fanning’s outfit.
Harper's Bazaar Spain

A close-up shot would be better.
Cosmopolitan

The text break is a little awkward.
Tatler

The earrings ruin what could have been a striking shot.
Harper's Bazaar Germany

Despite the hand tucked into the coat, this cover is kind of cool.