Wordpress Magazine Themes
This selection of 10 fantastic free Wordpress Magazine themes was compiled by Tom Walker, a self confessed gadget addict who writes for Manchester-based ink cartridge supplier, Cartridge SAVE.
10 Awesome Free Wordpress Magazine Themes
Wordpress has risen to become the online publishing tool of choice that enables anyone to create a blog or multi-page content website with relative ease. Fully customisable, this open source platform is now powering some huge online properties, including many online magazines. Of course, there are thousands of free-to-use Wordpress themes which you can use to create your own magazine with minimal programming knowledge. Here are 10 of the best free Wordpress magazine themes to try out.
1. Branford Magazine
A simple but stylish layout, this theme enables you to display content in a format similar to that of an online newspaper. With a lead article dominating the top of the home page, glimpses of further articles within the subsequent categories are displayed below to entice the reader to click the links to read further. This easy to navigate theme is customisable and even has dedicated advertising spaces within the layout.
2. Mimbo
The Mimbo theme is very similar to Branford and in fact the author of the Branford Magazine theme attributes his inspiration to Mimbo. It provides a grid layout with a great white space balance which ensures that each section is clearly demarcated so that the page does not appear too busy. Mimbo is highly customisable and it is possible to upload thumbnails, both large and small, against posts.
3. The Morning After
This unique Wordpress magazine theme will ensure that your blog stands out from the rest. This widget-ready theme is fully customisable as even the header image can be changed. As it is a true magazine format, readers are also able to print a printer friendly version of posts. With an abundance of features, The Morning After is the ultimate professional magazine theme.
4. Guzel Magazine
For publications consisting of many different categories which extensive content, the Guzel Magazine Wordpress theme offers the perfect solution. The feature article is prominent, occupying the top of the home page and there is even space provided for sponsor adverts. It also possible to upload thumbnails against stories and has space for video content.
5. Arthemia
This contemporary theme offers a professional magazine layout unlike most themes as the category listing and description is inserted beneath the main feature article, providing the reader with insight as to what they can expect within each category. The home page is clearly divided into separate sections, making the content easy read and user friendly.
6. Jello-Wala-Mello
If you are looking for a completely different magazine theme, then the Jello-Wala-Mello Wordpress theme may be just the one for you. Its bold colour usage is consistent throughout and its grid layout on the home page ensures that the content is easy to view and navigate. There is a standard advertisement space on the home page and it even includes a sub page design for viewing single posts.
7. Zinmag Remedy
A sleek Wordpress theme, Zinmag gives the impression of a glossy magazine. A brilliant feature not seen on many other free Wordpress themes is the sliding carousel of feature post images, which is great for capturing the reader’s attention. A highlighted feature section is standard on the home page and thumbnails can be posted against subsequent stories.
8. Linoluna
This theme gives the look and feel of a glossy magazine, while still being easy to navigate. The multiple sections on the home page are clearly defined and even though a substantial amount of content can be displayed, the well-balance white spacing ensures that the reader isn’t bombarded with information on a relatively busy page.
9. Ikarus
One of the most versatile magazine themes, Ikarus comes with over 2,000 user variations and options which is rare amongst free Wordpress themes. There are many features included with the Ikarus theme including video support, slideshow support, social bookmark tools and much more. All user settings are easily maintained in the admin area.
10. Revolution Lifestyle
Marketed as suitable for a women’s interest magazine, the Revolution Lifestyle Wordpress magazine theme has a softer, more feminine look and feel while still presenting the content in a highly professional manner. As expected from a magazine site, it enables multiple categories and subsections to be maintained. The homepage even has space for sponsor advertisements and a well placed subscription invite where the reader can sign up for email alerts for site content changes.
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Jim@Belosic ADG Advertising said:
Thanks for the resource! ‘Mimbo’ is one of my favorites…very flexible and functional.
Craig - Abrishca Digital Media said:
Thanks for the collection, this is something that I am ready to implement in my next design.
Web Design Liverpool said:
Some brilliant themes there, the magazine themes are definitely worth using, they look complex but stylish at the same time. A lot of customizing if you were to do it yourself, but worth it none the less.
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[...] This thing Showing us some nice magazine themes for wordpress, one of those things that will come in handy one day. [...]
Mackintosh Consultants said:
Thanks for this list – it’s amazing what quality you can get in these free templates.
Webdesign Drenthe said:
Wow, the first one is really awesome! I might be using it one day. Great post, thanks for sharing!
New Media Marketing said:
I’m currently modifying The Morning After for my purposes. I like some of these others too and will probably use one for my next blog project.
Lisa Wood said:
I love this list! Just want to point out that Revolution isn’t free anymore – unfortunately
aroopk said:
The MIMBO theme is actually awesome..I did not know it was free..
aroopk said:
Hey.. it will be useful if someone could publish similar list of drupal themes..Drupal themes on the website are pretty limited and most of them are too simple..
Cr8tive said:
i had once a requirement of using wordpress as backend for one of my friend… this post could have been a help to me…still thanks… i love it
dog health information said:
I been looking for a magazine theme for wordpress. Thanks for the great list.
Anika said:
Very interesting read, I think their would be a lot of mixed opinions on this. Love the theme that you are using, what is it?
Noori Chronicles said:
beautiful themes. NOt sure which one to choose since they are all nice.
dindigul said:
Nice collection, Thanks for for sharing. I like the “Guzel Magazine WordPress Theme”.
paul said:
Good read, thanks.