Top Four Fashion Magazines That Have Crossed Borders

Beauty and fashion are fairly relative, but a number of fashion magazines have proven that despite the diversity of cultures and fashion tastes around the globe, beauty and fashion of universal appeal do exist. Check out which magazines made it to the top four in terms of international publication and readership.

1. Cosmopolitan tops the popularity list. Known to many readers by the monicker Cosmo, this fashion magazine lives up to its dictionary definition (definition from the American Heritage dictionary): “so sophisticated as to be at home in all parts of the world or conversant with many spheres of interest.” Great photos, unique fashion advice and to-die-for products appear in Cosmo's glossy pages. There's definitely more you'll get out from this authority on fashion trends and the best shopping tips. You'll also get the hottest answers to your deepest and darkest questions regarding dating, love, sex and relationships. If you're a young woman in the mood for fashion and passion, you'll be magnetized by Cosmo. This small-time family magazine has grown into an industry giant, enticing readers in more than 100 countries.

2. Elle grabs the number two spot. French for the pronoun “she,” Elle covers all bases from the runway, fashion and beauty, down to health and astrology. If you have a penchant for Hollywood stardom and America's Next Top Model and Project Runway view-tripping, you'll love the photos, cover stories and features of Elle: Hollywood-inspired and behind-the-spotlight exclusives of the industry's brightest-shining stars. The magazine's appeal spans across 60 countries, hooking close to four million readers.

3. Vogue stays sturdy at number three. The term couldn't be more obvious. Vogue means the prevailing fashion or the trend, and you'll get just that when you get your hands on a copy of this high-class magazine. Everything about Vogue boils down to selecting great designs, looking good and living the life of the rich and the famous. Prepare to get insider info and photos fresh from the catwalk. If keeping posted for the latest fashion shows and fashion events are your thing, check out the staple calendar of events. Give your eyes a feast by viewing the picture-shows-all photo gallery of what's really hot. The magazine is published in 18 countries and continues to attract more, more and more sophisticated readers.

4. Glamour completes the magic four. Originally named the Glamour of Hollywood, Glamour Magazine is synonymous to dictionary-denoted (from Merriam Webster online dictionary) “illusory and romantic attractiveness” – a certain type of awe that you feel when you get up close and personal with your favorite stars. You couldn't resist the juiciest pieces of celebrity gossip; neither can the one million readers out there. If you love everything about alluring and fascinating celebrities, you just have to get glammed with Glamour. Get the main dish of celebrity news and gossip, style and secret. The magazine has conquered 13 countries and is still counting to get published in more territories.

The list does not include readership in online editions, subscription audience loyalty and news stand sales.