FRONT Magazine – November 2006 – Issue 102

Cover Feature: Fighting Fit – Chloe & Michelle

Original November 2006 edition of FRONT Magazine, Issue 102, featuring an eye-catching boxing-themed glamour cover with models Chloe and Michelle.

This collectable British men's lifestyle magazine combines professional glamour photography, model features, celebrity interviews, gaming, fashion, motoring and entertainment, capturing the distinctive editorial style of FRONT during the mid-2000s.

Featured Models & Glamour Photography

Chloe & Michelle – Fighting Fit Cover Feature

The principal attraction is the magazine's Fighting Fit feature, prominently advertised on the front cover and listed on page 83.

The cover features two female models photographed inside a boxing ring, creating a sporting glamour theme.

One model has dark, shoulder-length hair and wears a white two-piece boxing-inspired outfit with dark boxing gloves. The second model has shorter, wavy blonde hair and is photographed from behind wearing black boxing-style clothing and gloves.

The setting includes boxing ropes, a dark gymnasium background and dramatic lighting.

The interior introductory photograph shows both models alongside a male boxer in red Adidas boxing shorts and an open black robe. The models wear boxing gloves and coordinated black sportswear.

The contents page also includes a close-up photograph of the two models facing one another, reinforcing the boxing theme.

Page 83 – Fighting Fit

A dedicated glamour feature involving Chloe and Michelle, combining boxing imagery with fashion and studio photography.

The cover and photographed contents pages make this a particularly interesting issue for collectors of themed glamour photography.

Kara Tointon – Upfront Girl

The magazine's contents confirm Kara Tointon as the featured Upfront Girl on page 10.

Kara was known for her role as Dawn Swann in the BBC television soap EastEnders.

The cover includes a separate photograph of Kara wearing a colourful patterned outfit, accompanied by a headline referencing her EastEnders character.

This makes the issue relevant to collectors of Kara Tointon, EastEnders memorabilia and British television celebrity magazines.

Additional Model & Glamour Features

Page 100 – Halloween Feature

A Halloween-themed glamour editorial featuring two female models in contrasting lingerie outfits.

The contents photograph shows one blonde model wearing a red-and-black corset-style outfit, while a brunette model wears green-and-black lingerie.

The dramatic studio lighting and theatrical styling give the feature a distinctive Halloween appearance.

Page 10 – Kara Tointon

An Upfront Girl feature dedicated to Kara Tointon.

Page 54 – Ask Anna

The magazine's regular advice feature.

Page 97 – Make Me a Star

A regular feature involving an aspiring female model.

The magazine also includes other glamour photography and lifestyle content throughout its pages.

Additional Magazine Features

Celebrity & Entertainment

Page 20 – Jack Osbourne

A feature involving Jack Osbourne, including an interview covering his personal experiences and public image.

Page 138 – The House That Jaxx Built

A music feature involving electronic music duo Basement Jaxx.

Sport & Unusual Features

Page 62 – Mod Rally

An article covering scooter culture, unusual hairstyles and the Isle of Wight.

Page 68 – Unlicensed Boxing

A feature exploring unlicensed boxing events and the people involved.

Page 72 – Child Soldiers

An investigative article about children involved in armed conflict.

Page 76 – Jump the Shark

An unusual sporting and entertainment feature.

Fashion, Gaming & Lifestyle

Page 107 – Fashion

A feature covering contemporary men's clothing, hairstyles and accessories.

Page 110 – Trendspotters

A look at emerging fashion trends and alternative clothing styles.

Page 126 – Extreme Tramp Makeover

An unusual makeover feature involving two men receiving a change of appearance.

Page 130 – Games

Video-game coverage, reviews and entertainment.

Page 135 – Web

Internet culture and online entertainment.

Page 136 – Music

Contemporary music coverage.

Page 140 – Films

Film reviews and cinema features.

Page 143 – DVDs

Home entertainment and DVD reviews.

Page 146 – Rides

Motoring coverage, including unusual vehicles.

Page 148 – Very Crap Cars

A humorous feature looking at some of the less successful car designs.

Page 162 – Shame of Britain

A further regular editorial feature.

Magazine Details

• Magazine: FRONT

• Issue Number: 102

• Publication Date: November 2006

• Country: United Kingdom

• Language: English

• Original Cover Price: £3.40

• Format: Original printed magazine

• Condition: Pre-owned

• SKU: 1598

Condition – Important Information

This is an original magazine from November 2006 and has been previously owned, read and stored.

It is not a new or mint-condition copy.

Front Cover

The front cover remains visually striking, retaining the distinctive bright pink FRONT masthead and the boxing-themed cover photograph.

The main cover artwork and printed headlines remain clearly visible.

There is noticeable surface wear and rubbing to the glossy cover, particularly around the outer edges and spine.

The left-hand edge shows visible wear, including small scuffed areas and minor creasing.

There are also light handling marks and surface scratches across parts of the cover.

The lower corners and bottom edge display minor wear consistent with age and previous handling.

Spine

The spine remains attached in the photographs, although it shows visible signs of previous use.

There is rubbing along the spine edges and some minor creasing and stress marks.

The magazine retains its overall shape.

Interior Pages

The photographed interior pages retain strong colour reproduction, with clear text and glossy photographs.

The contents pages, editorial photographs and featured articles remain readable.

Some pages show natural curvature and light handling creases from being opened and read.

No major interior tears are apparent in the photographed pages, although the entire magazine has not been inspected page by page in the supplied images.

Back Cover

The back cover features a full-page advertisement for the film The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning.

The advertisement retains its dark, atmospheric artwork and printed promotional text.

There is visible surface rubbing and light scuffing, particularly around the edges.

The corners show minor wear, and the back cover has some natural curvature.

Overall Assessment

Used vintage condition with visible handling and storage wear.

The magazine remains presentable as a collectable original, but buyers should expect age-related imperfections, including light creases, edge rubbing, corner wear and surface marks.

Please examine all supplied photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.

Important – Original Extras

Any free gifts, DVDs, promotional inserts, loose supplements, clothing or other items originally supplied with the magazine are no longer included.

The subscription T-shirt advertised inside the magazine is not included.

This listing is for the magazine only.

Packaging & Delivery

All magazines are packaged carefully to help protect them during transportation.

UK Orders: Dispatched in a protective hardback envelope.

International Orders: Dispatched in a protective cardboard mailer-size box to provide additional protection during international delivery.

Collector Interest

An original November 2006 issue of FRONT Magazine, featuring the distinctive Chloe and Michelle boxing-themed cover story, Kara Tointon of EastEnders, Halloween-themed glamour photography and a wide selection of mid-2000s lifestyle content.

An interesting addition to collections of British men's magazines, glamour photography, television celebrity memorabilia and vintage lifestyle publications.