Updated: April 29, 2013!
The internet is a dynamic place where things are always changing and adapting. And just like the internet, the blogosphere is also changing rapidly and seems to be particularly susceptible to trends. One prominent blogger will create a theme and the whole blogosphere will rush to follow.
One of the most recent trends in the blogosphere is the rise in popularity of many magazine WordPress themes. Many of them are paid themes, but there are also a few free magazine WordPress themes for people to download. This post is our attempt to collect both in one place for your convenience, with the last few remaining free themes being highlighted at the top and the premium magazine themes being highlighted below that.
Of course this collection is being updated regularly so check back regularly to see what new magazine themes have become available!!
Free Magazine WordPress Themes
Scarlett Theme

Hamasaki Theme
Rebel Magazine Theme
Arthemia Free Theme (Premium Version Also Available)
Download | Demo | Premium Version of Arthemia
Jello Wala Mello Theme
Mimbo Theme

Morning After Theme
Forte Theme
Premium Magazine WordPress Themes
Lifestyle Theme

- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
WP Smooth Theme

Single-Use ($79.00), Multiple-Use ($179.00), Developer’s Pack ($279.00)
Zenko Magazine Theme

Multiple-Use ($69.00), Developer’s Pack ($149.00)
Magazine WordPress Theme

- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Blissful Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Manifesto Magazine Theme
Multiple-Use ($69.00), Developer’s Pack ($149.00)
WP-Chatter Magazine Theme

Single-Use ($79.00), Multiple-Use ($179.00), Developer’s Pack ($279.00)
WP Sublime Theme

Single-Use ($79.00), Multiple-Use ($179.00), Developer’s Pack ($279.00)
Elle Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Boutique Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
Legacy Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Vintage Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
WP-Prosper Magazine Theme
Single-Use ($79.00), Multiple-Use ($179.00), Developer’s Pack ($279.00)
Modern Blogger Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Minimal Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
Mocha Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Tribune News Theme
Multiple-Use ($69.00), Developer’s Pack ($149.00)
Polished Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
Amped Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Gadget Theme

Multiple-Use ($39.95), All Theme Junkie Themes ($69.95)
Streamline Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Evertis Magazine Theme
Single-Use ($69.00), Developer’s Pack ($149.00)
Serenity Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Blog Newspaper Theme

Multiple-Use ($59.00), Developer’s Pack ($179.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase
NewsTube Theme
Multiple-Use ($39.95), All Theme Junkie Themes ($69.95)
Emporium E-Commerce Theme
Single-Use ($69.00), Multiple-Use ($99.00)
Monograph Magazine Theme

Multiple-Use ($69.00), Developer’s Pack ($149.00)
News WordPress Theme

- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Cube Light Theme
Multiple-Use ($39.95), All Theme Junkie Themes ($69.95)
WP Launch Theme

Single-Use ($79.00), Multiple-Use ($179.00), Developer’s Pack ($279.00)
eNews Theme

Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
WP Ellie Theme
Single-Use ($79.00), Multiple-Use ($179.00), Developer’s Pack ($279.00)
My App WordPress Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
Lumin Magazine Theme

Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
WP Genius Theme

Single-Use ($79.00), Multiple-Use ($179.00), Developer’s Pack ($279.00)
Bigfoot Theme
Multiple-Use ($39.95), All Theme Junkie Themes ($69.95)
Going Green Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Bold Magazine Theme

Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
Arthemia Premium Theme

Multiple-Use ($59.95), Developer’s Pack ($159.95)
The Source Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
Memoir Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
Crystal Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Newswire Theme

Multiple-Use ($39.95), All Theme Junkie Themes ($69.95)
Nova Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
My Cuisine Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
Fabric Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Yamidoo Magazine Theme

Multiple-Use ($69.00), Developer’s Pack ($149.00)
Glider Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
WP Media Magazine Theme

Single-Use ($79.00), Multiple-Use ($179.00), Developer’s Pack ($279.00)
In Review Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase MembershipOutreach Church Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
Magnificent Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
Chameleon Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
Foundation Church Theme
Included with iThemes Builder Theme ($127.00)
Pretty Young Thing Kids Theme
- Child Theme of Genesis Theme Framework
Multiple-Use ($59.95), All StudioPress Themes ($249.95)
WP Jazz Theme

Single-Use ($79.00), Multiple-Use ($179.00), Developer’s Pack ($279.00)
Newspaper Theme

Multiple-Use ($59.00), Developer’s Pack ($159.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase
“On The Go” Theme

Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
Aggregate Theme
Included with Elegant Themes Club Membership! ($39.00)
Source/Demo | Purchase Membership
WP Clear Theme

Single-Use ($79.00), Multiple-Use ($179.00), Developer’s Pack ($279.00)
WP-Glide Magazine Theme
Single-Use ($79.00), Multiple-Use ($179.00), Developer’s Pack ($279.00)


























































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