The Typofiles #104: Interview Magazine



After picking up the occasional issue of Interview Magazine, I finally broke down and subscribed because it’s consistently beautifully designed and the mix of content is always compelling. Part of this shift over the last few years is in no doubt due to Fabien Baron being the editorial director. I’ve been a long time admirer of his work and it’s no surprise that he’s turned Interview around considering that in the last 20 years, he’s also revamped five other magazines including Italian Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar.

His use of white space is one of the reasons his work stands out and probably influenced by the fact that his dad was a Parisian newspaper designer. Regarding his take on Interview, Baron says, “People buy into personality. And you need to be bolder.”



I found this graphic on the Interview site — it’s brimming with a distinctly Baron-esque look; have you checked it out?


3 Responses to The Typofiles #104: Interview Magazine

  1. Gracie says:

    Beautiful, and I clicked through to the Fabien Baron link, wow I didn’t know he designed some of the perfume bottles I love. This post is so timely because I just got back from the printers and I wanted to thank you. I have an assignment due tomorrow and at the least minute decided to scrap something and go back and simplify. I spent a couple of hours last night and today looking through the typofiles and other inspiration. It really really helped. Thank for doing what you do :)

    • Nubby says:

      Gracie: Yeah, Fabien has quite the resume and portfolio. I really admire his style and also his drive to constantly rework and revamp fashion mags and brands. And good for you for being brave and scrapping what you had because that takes guts on a deadline!It’s always worth it though if you’re even more happy with the outcome.

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