Analysis of Seventeen Magazine

Thesis: Over the years, Seventeen Magazine has experienced longevity and popularity with its readers, as it targets middle class white females ages eleven to nineteen.

Body 1. In the tradition of periodicals that find success in adult female markets, Seventeen Magazine focuses primarily on female readership.

1. Features fashion trends

2. Features makeup trends

3. Features articles about female health

Thus, while covering issues that traditionally concern women, Seventeen Magazine adds another element by focusing on adolescent females. (Transition in a Concluding Sentence)

Body 2. As one of the pioneers that captured the teen and, recently coined, tween demographic, Seventeen Magazine addresses topics that young females find interesting.

1. Features articles on school life and child-parent issues

2. Features celebrities that appeal to the adolescent market

3. Advertises music, movies, and activities that appeal to this demographic

Body 3. While Seventeen Magazines targets young females, its demographic is further limited to middle class white females. (Transition in a Topic Sentence)

1. Advertisements depict only white females/ Little representation of minorities

2. Fashion and Make up tips beyond the price range of lower middle class and lower class consumers