Our Cover booth turns every guest into a cover star. Here is how magazine-style photo booths work, where they shine and how to make yours unforgettable.
Everyone has imagined seeing their face on the front of a glossy magazine. A magazine cover photo booth makes that daydream real in about thirty seconds, which is why The Cover has become one of our most talked-about hires for weddings, launches and parties alike.
What Is a Magazine Cover Photo Booth?
Instead of a classic strip of four snaps, guests are photographed and instantly placed onto a professionally designed magazine cover. Your guests choose a pose, the booth captures it, and a few moments later they have a polished, shareable cover complete with masthead, headlines and cover lines.
The result feels more editorial than a standard booth print, and it gives guests a keepsake they genuinely want to show off.
Why It Works So Well
Photo booths are popular because they are easy for everyone to join in. The Cover adds a touch of fantasy on top of that:
Personalising the Cover for Your Event
This is where the booth really earns its place. The masthead and cover lines can be tailored so the magazine belongs to your day.
**For weddings:** Name the magazine after the couple, such as "Emma & James Weekly", with cover lines that nod to in-jokes, the venue or the honeymoon destination.
**For corporate events:** Use your company name or campaign title as the masthead, add brand colours and fill the cover lines with product messages or event themes. Every guest then walks away with branded content.
**For milestone birthdays:** Make the guest of honour the permanent cover star, with headlines celebrating the decades.
Where to Place It
A few practical points make a big difference:
Getting the Best Photos
Guests often look to the host for cues. A few simple suggestions help everyone relax:
1. Encourage groups as well as solo shots. Friend and family covers are always popular.
2. Place a few props or accessories nearby if your theme suits it, such as sunglasses or hats for a fashion feel.
3. Ask your photographer or best man to mention the booth during speeches so guests know it is open.
4. Think about timing. Many couples open the booth after the meal so it runs through the evening.
How Long Should You Hire It For?
For most weddings, two to three hours during the evening gives plenty of time for every guest to take a turn. Corporate events often run the booth throughout a reception or conference break. If you are unsure, tell us your guest numbers and schedule and we will recommend a sensible duration.
Pairing The Cover With Other Entertainment
The Cover works wonderfully alongside our other hire. Pair it with garden games during a daytime reception, or follow a casino table session with magazine covers at the end of the night. Variety keeps different groups of guests happy.
Get in Touch
Ready to bring your event to life? We'd love to hear about it.
**Call us:** 0800 112 5013
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**Head Office:** 128 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX
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