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Magazines in Alphabetical Order

• Audrey

  Publication Date: 2003 to present

  An Asian-American women's lifestyle magazine featuring articles on current issues, fashion, dating, and more.
  
  The library holds print issues of this magazine from 2006 to present.
• Better Homes and Gardens

  Publication Date: 1922 to present

  A magazine showcasing home improvement ideas and projects, recipes, gardening and entertainment ideas.
  
  The library holds issues on microfilm from 1922 to 1948.
• Bitch: feminist response to pop culture

  Publication Date: 1996 to present

  A magazine providing and encouraging an empowered, feminist response to mainstream media and popular culture. 
  
  The library holds issues in print at the library from 1996 to 2009 with some issues missing, and from 1996 to 2000 online for users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Bride's

  Publication Date: 1934 to present

  A bridal magazine with articles on dresses and wedding planning.
  
  The library holds issues in print from 1975 to the present.
• Charm

  Publication Date: 1915 to 1959

  A fashion and beauty magazine for the "business girl" absorbed by Glamor in November 1959.
  
  The library holds scattered issues of this magazine in print from 1924, 1927, 1944, 1953, and 1955.
• Cosmopolitan

  Publication Date: 1886 to present

  Originally described as a "first-class family magazine", Cosmopolitan was reborn in July 1965 when Helen Gurley Brown became its first female editor. The magazine addressed women as independent people capable of running their own career, social, and sexual lives. 
  
  The library holds issues on microfilm from 1930-1992 and scattered issues in print from 1955 to the present. This resource also has issues available online from 1886 to 1907 and from 1996 to the present for users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Essence

  Publication Date: 1970 to present

  ESSENCE is a premiere lifestyle, fashion and beauty magazine for African-American women. 
  
  The library has print issues of this magazine from 1970 to the present. This resource also has issues from 1988 to the present available online for users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Fitness

  Publication Date: 1992 to present

  Fitness spotlights workouts, recipes, health and beauty advice, and fitness inspiration.
  
  The library holds print issues of this magazine from October 1999 to the present.
• Glamour

  Publication Date: 1939 to present

  Glamour magazine showcases the latest fashion trends, outfit ideas, and hair and makeup how-tos. 
  
  The library holds scattered issues of this magazine in print from 1947, 1948, 1952, 1963, 1967, 1972, 1975, 1977, and 1995 to the present. The library also holds issues of this magazine on microfilm from 1980-2000. This resource has issues available online from 1997 to the present for users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Godey's lady's book, and ladies' American magazine

  Publication Date: 1830 to 1878

  This magazine published American authors and poets, specifically those who wrote wholesome literature, information on dressmaking, and fashion plates. 
  
  The library holds scattered issues from 1840-1858. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Good Housekeeping

  Publication Date: 1885 to present

  Good Housekeeping is a source for advice about food, diet, beauty, health, family, and home. 
  
  The library holds microfilm issues of this magazine from 1885-2000 and scattered print issues ranging from 1932 to the present. Issues are also available online from 1916 to 1950 and 1994 to the present for users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Harper's Bazaar

  Publication Date: 1867 to present

  A fashion magazine for women well known for being sophisticated and elegant. 
  
  The library holds scattered issues in print from 1913 to the present. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID. Volume 38 is freely accessible online through Google Books.
• Ladies' Home Journal

  Publication Date: 1883 to present

  A conservative voice for role of women in society featuring beauty and fashion tips, relationship advice, and domestic advice that has been continuously published since 1883. It has the longest running magazine column entitled "Can this marriage be saved?". 
  
  The library holds print issues from 1970 to the present and issues on microfilm from 1884 to 2000. Some issues of this resource are freely available online. Other issues of this resource are available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Latina

  Publication Date: 1994 to present

  Latina features lifestyle, entertainment, beauty, fashion, style trends, and news updates on Latina celebrities and music icons.
  
  The library holds issues from 1997 to the present.
• Lesbian Connection

  Publication Date: 1974 to present

  A bimonthly magazine that is a free worldwide forum of news, ideas and information for, by, and about lesbians.
  
  The library holds issues in print from 1974 to the present.
• Mademoiselle

  Publication Date: 1935 to 2001

  A magazine giving young women beauty and fashion advice.
  
  The library holds scattered issues in print and on microfilm from 1935-2001.
• Martha Stewart Living

  Publication Date: 1990 to present

  A magazine focused on gardening, entertaining, renovating, cooking, collecting and creating.
  
  The library holds print issues from 1991 to the present
• McCall's

  Publication Date: 1873 to 2001

  A women's fashion magazine that also featured fiction, editorial, health, beauty, and foreign travel columns.
  
  The library holds scattered issues in print from 1905-2001 and issues on microfilm from 1954-1972.
• More

  Publication Date: 1997 to present

  More magazine celebrates women of style and substance with articles on style, health, work, spirituality and relationships.
  
  The library holds scattered issues in print from 1999 to the present.
• Ms.

  Publication Date: 1972 to present

  A magazine widely known as the first to promote a feminist worldview. 
  
  The library holds print issues from 1972 to the present (including a preview issue from 1971) and issues on microfilm from 1972 to 1979. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• O: The Oprah Magazine

  Publication Date: 2000 to present

  The magazine focuses on inspiring readers by passing on stories, advice, and self-empowerment tools. 
  
  The library holds print issues from 2000 to the present. This resource also has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Out

  Publication Date: 1992 to present

  A gay and lesbian perspective on style, entertainment, fashion, the arts, politics, culture, and more. 
  
  The library holds print issues from 1994 to the present. This resource has issues available online for users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Parents

  Publication Date: 1926 to present

  A magazine offering parenting advice and discussing parenting issues. 
  
  The library holds scattered print issues from 1978 to the present. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Redbook

  Publication Date: 1903 to present

  A general interest women's magazine with a focus on fashion and beauty. 
  
  The library holds print issues from 1956 to the present. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• SageWoman

  Publication Date: 1986 to present

  A spiritual magazine that celebrates the inner goddess of every woman. 
  
  The library holds print issues from 1986 to 2008. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Sassy

  Publication Date: 1988 to 1996

  A magazine for teen girls widely considered controversial because of it's focus on sex.
  
  The library holds scattered issues in print from 1988 to 1996.
• Self

  Publication Date: 1979 to present

  A magazine devoted to women's health and fitness. 
  
  The library holds issues in print from 1979 to the present. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Seventeen

  Publication Date: 1944 to present

  A magazine devoted to teenage girls and their interests. 
  
  The library holds issues from 1944 to the present. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Shape

  Publication Date: 1981 to present

  A magazine on fitness, weight loss, healthy eating, beauty, and style. 
  
  The library holds scattered issues in print from 1991 to the present. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• 'Teen

  Publication Date: 1956 to 2008

  A magazine geared for young girls ages 12-18 discussing topics such as acne, clothes, dating, and family squabbles.
  
  The library holds scattered issues in print from 1997 to 2002.
• Teen Vogue

  Publication Date: 2001 to present

  A magazine for teen girls with articles about fashion and beauty. 
  
  The library holds print issues from 2006 to the present. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Vanity Fair

  Publication Date: 1913 to present

  A magazine for women with a strong focus on fashion. 
  
  The library holds issues in print from 1915 to 1936 and 1983 to the present. This resource has issues available online for users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Vogue

  Publication Date: 1892 to present

  A women's magazine focused on fashion and beauty. 
  
  The library holds scattered issues in print from 1916 to the present. This resource has issues available online (select the link ProQuest Vogue Archive New Platform) for users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Woman's Day

  Publication Date: 1937 to present

  A magazine that publishes a mix of homemaking advice for the budget conscious, parenting advice, and other money and time savers.
  
  The library holds issues in print from 1937 to the present.
• Woman's World

  Publication Date: 1980 to present

  A magazine advertised for the traditional, family-oriented, working woman.
  
  The library holds scattered issues in print from 1981 to the present and issues on microfilm from 1985 to 1986.
• Women's Health

  Publication Date: 1986 to present

  A magazine on women's health featuring workout routines and healthy eating plans.
  
  The library holds issues in print from 2006 to the present.
• Working Mother

  Publication Date: 1978 to present

  A magazine that discusses concerns of women who are working parents. 
  
  The library holds issues in print from 1986 to the present. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.
• Working Woman

  Publication Date: 1976 to 2001

  A magazine geared towards the thoughts and concerns of the working woman. 
  
  The library holds issues in print from 1976 to 2001. This resource has issues available online to users with a valid Harvard ID.

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