Masthead: place top left corner with the main Image over it, a growing convention, trying to convey his Mane's growing dominance in the inustry. It is white and is bold which stands out against the red background as is clearly recognisable.

Cover Line: The cover line is "At the crossroads with the Rap's next big superstar" is placed in black beneath his name.

Main Image: The main Image is of Gucci Mane. The jewellery represents the how chains are a symbol of hip-hop culture by its' heavy use in this image. His facial expression suits the hip hop culture.

Colour Scheme: Black with red and white is comprehensively used so it is visble as they contrast.

Masthead: Red, isolated and clear to read font, with the exemption of the 'B' covered by the artist suggesting that 'vibe' is a well known,reputable magazine and even Trey's dominance and importance in the industry. The bold and wide font gives the magazine its' aunthenticity.

The bathroom tiled background make the artist seem like a hardened character as they look like prison, it can also relate to the sexual elements involved in hip hop. It works further well with the facial expression and tattoos.

Language used in the cover line suits the hip-hop genre, a basic and readable font is used.

Red might suggest danger and is complimented with his facial expression.

The layout forces the artist to be centre of attention and use of topless male will increase the buying factor for mostly female target market.