MARTHA STEWART weddings (table of contents, writing style analysis)

·         “Martha Stewart Weddings, Summer 2011; IN THIS ISSUE” (pg. 15&20)
            o   Very plain specific title

·         The descriptions of what is featured in this magazine are vague but intriguing

o   Examples

§  “Learn how to transform a store-bought cake into a stunning focal point.” (pg.15)

§  “Two movie aficionados infuse their San Francisco wedding with the glitz and glamour of the big screen.”(pg.15)

§  “Topic Wonder: Floral designer Oscar Mora’s spin on summer blooms.” (pg.20)

·         The table of contents also includes a small portion called “In Every Issue”(pg.20)

o   Features:

§  “On the Web”

§  “A Note from Darcy”

§  “Ask Martha”

§  “The Guide”

§  “A Look Back”

·         (pg.20)

o   All of these titles are broad but you know what they are talking about. the reader is intrigued what is featured in these sections of the magazines this month because of exciting information found there every month.

·         The captions and descriptions for the table of contents are mainly generic but they catch the readers eye with their use of graphic words.