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Vogue Magazine August 1999 – Carolyn Murphy Cover (No Label, Very Good Condition)
This August 1999 issue of Vogue Magazine features Carolyn Murphy on the cover, embodying the sleek, modern aesthetic of late-1990s fashion. Inside, readers are offered a mix of cutting-edge style, cultural commentary, and in-depth features that reflect the transition into the new millennium. The magazine is in very good condition with only minor edge wear, making it a collectible piece for fashion enthusiasts and Vogue collectors. The exact item shown in the listing photos is the one you will receive. Please review all images carefully to confirm condition.
Each issue is shipped with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Highlights from this issue include:
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Style Fax by André Leon Talley – Key notes from the season’s fashion.
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Talking Fashion – Commentary on the industry’s latest movements.
Vogue’s View features:
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The Manhattan Project – Kristina Zimbalist on Donna Karan’s high-concept DKNY flagship store. Plus, a profile of actress Portia de Rossi.
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Under Age – Rachel Lehmann-Haupt examines the rise of adolescent-inspired looks and the vanishing generation gap in fashion.
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Bombay Beading – Megan Park’s designs bring Indian craftsmanship to global style.
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Saint Sebastien – A portrait of designer Sebastien D. Rodriguez, alongside Antwerp’s avant-garde newcomers A.F. Vandevorst.
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Fashion Fiction by Plum Sykes – A playful take on the industry.
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The Vogue File – Curated highlights of style and culture.
Point of View features:
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Metropolitan – Defining urban chic at the turn of the millennium: sharp tailoring, leathers, and New York black.
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Ruche Hour – Delicate gathering as the trend of the season.
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Red Rules – Bold crimson coats, bags, and boots take over Fall fashion.
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First Gear – Speed-inspired accessories with urban polish.
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King Kors – Katherine Betts profiles Michael Kors and his reign over American sportswear.
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Suit Yourself – Fresh alternatives to the three-button business suit.
Health & Beauty highlights:
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Mind Games – Rebecca Johnson explores the growing influence of sports psychology.
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Belles of Budapest – The secrets of Hungarian beauty traditions.
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Natural Selection – Weleda steps into mainstream beauty.
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Guest Editor: Kacy Duke – A trainer with an inner-and-outer fitness philosophy.
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Mother’s Little Helper – Christine Muhlke on cosmetic surgery support for mothers.
Features:
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Up Front – Ann Douglas on Sinéad O’Connor’s turbulent journey.
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Preternatural Man – Alexis Rockman’s surreal and provocative art.
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Paradise Lost – Mary Gordon on the fragility of happiness and home.
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On a Roll – The lobster as an unexpected cultural and culinary symbol.
Additional Sections:
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Vogue’s Index
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In This Issue
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Vogue’s Last Look
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Horoscope by Athena Starwoman
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People Are Talking About – A mix of film, books, travel, and cultural insights, including a review of The Blair Witch Project by John Powers.
This issue captures the fashion-forward energy of 1999, spotlighting Carolyn Murphy’s cover presence alongside Michael Kors, emerging designers, and cultural icons of the time. A standout collectible for those interested in the close of the 1990s and the dawn of a new fashion era.