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Despite the infinite articles you can read online at the click of a button, millions of us still turn to real-life magazines for a reading experience that just can’t compare to a screen.
And if you’re investing in gorgeous magazines, it’s a shame to recycle them the minute you’ve finished reading the last page. Instead, keep your favourite publications on display in a beautiful magazine rack.
Magazine racks are a great addition to any home. As well as being practical for storing not just magazines but books, documents and records, they can be a hassle-free style statement that can be moved from room to room with ease depending on your interior whims and preferences.
We tested 10 of the best magazine racks, taking into account everything from the way they looked and how they were made, to how many magazines they could hold and what sort of interior style and space they would be suited for.
Whether you want to splash out on something beautiful that will stand the test of time, or prefer to nab a great bargain to keep your desk tidy, you’ll find your ideal magazine rack here.
Charlie Caffyn Farleigh Magazine Rack: £149, Charlie Caffyn
For a stunning magazine rack that’s as much an architectural statement as a storage unit, we adored the Farleigh magazine rack from British designer Charlie Caffyn. Available in four types of wood, the rack was inspired by the structures used to build Victorian railway stations. We loved the unusual shape and sharp angular lines, and also appreciated the rack’s generous size, perfect for those of us who love to hang on to our magazines for months. A perfect choice for those looking to add a real talking point to their home.
iWoodesign Magazine Holder: £80, iWoodesign
To smarten up even the messiest of desks, it doesn’t get much more elegant than this magazine holder from London-based luxury homeware brand iWoodesign. The brand sources beautiful wood from around the world, and kits out private jets, five star hotels and swanky yachts with handmade accessories, so your desk is in good hands. There are five gorgeous woods to choose from, but we loved the simple but chic smoked oak, which not only kept all our magazines and documents in order but which gave our home office a serious style upgrade. A timeless choice that’s luxurious as well as practical.
Rose & Grey Brass & Wood Retro Magazine Rack: £65, Rose & Grey
Most of us live in smaller spaces than we’d like, which means our furniture has to work twice as hard. We found this brass and wood retro magazine rack from British homeware company Rose & Grey, to be a quirky, cool piece, perfect for those of us who need furniture to multitask. Plenty of magazines can be stored in the brass basket rack, while on the bottom shelf, you could place coffee table books or more magazines, and on the handy wooden shelf, decorative items such as plants, candles, ornaments or – you guessed it – more magazines. It’s on the small side making it ideal for homes with less space; it could even be used as a coffee table without taking up too much room. A genius multifunctional item that won’t just brighten up your living space, but will help keep things neat and tidy too.
Red Candy Campervan Magazine Rack: £17.10, Red Candy
To give your magazines a fun home without blowing the budget, look to colourful home accessory brand Red Candy and the Campervan magazine rack. Shaped like a Volkswagen Campervan from the 1960s, this metal piece not only has ample space to store magazines and books, but has a wonderfully playful vintage silhouette. We loved the bold shape, which brought a sense of retro fun to our bedroom, and the range of colours available. If black is too plain for your home, there are versions in bright colours including yellow and red. A quirky choice both kids and adults will love.
Scumble Goosie Country Magazine Rack: £49, Scumble Goosie
If you have space in your home for a really special magazine rack, choose the Country Rack from British furniture brand Scumble Goosie. One of the largest of the racks we tested, the handcrafted solid wood piece has enough space to store all your favourite magazines and then some. As well as the roomy size, we loved the classic look of the magazine rack, and the thick, great quality wood, which can be painted, stained or waxed according to your tastes. An excellently-priced, spacious and stylish option for those who love a traditional look.
Umbra Hoop Magazine Rack Rose Pink: £40, Hurn & Hurn
For a really eye-catching, structural rack for a very reasonable price, we loved the Umbra hoop magazine rack from home and design website Hurn & Hurn. Available in black and on-trend rose pink, the rack does much more than hold your favourite publications – with its circular structure, it is a real talking point. Made from steel wire, the freestanding rack can also be used to hold records or books for a fun display. We loved the eyecatching shape and fashionable colour, and found it to be fantastically priced for such a statement piece.
Ferm Living Herman Magazine Stand: £75, Amara
For a simple but chic magazine rack that will slot easily into any home, we liked the Ferm Living Herman magazine stand from interiors brand Amara. Made from canvas, metal and brass, the colours of the stand might be unfussy and neutral, but it’s certainly not boring, with a fun vintage feel and a high-quality details, such as the leather laces and brass studs. We loved the natural look and feel of the thick canvas cotton and sturdy metal stand, and also liked the small size.
Next Magazine Rack: £10, Next
To organise your desk on a budget, opt for this useful magazine rack from Next. Made from wire in on-trend rose gold, the rack is really spacious to store everything from documents and magazines, to books and even laptops, and is a steal at just £10. We loved the ever-fashionable rose gold tone, and the amount of space in the rack for all those desk essentials. A great-value buy to tidy up your home office in style.
Garden Trading Woodstock Magazine Rack: £45, Garden Trading
If you’re after a magazine holder that’s simple and sleek but that makes a modern style statement, you need the Woodstock magazine rack from British homeware brand Garden Trading. Made from gorgeous oak, the tapered, slanting sides add fun and interest to an otherwise unfussy design. We loved the cut-out handles for easy transportation and the generous space for storing plenty of magazines. A cool, contemporary option made of high-quality wood that won’t break the bank.
Relaxdays Magazine Rack: £72.99, Wayfair
A versatile piece, this Relaxdays magazine rack from online homeware brand Wayfair would look just as great in a home office as it would in your bedroom or living room. Made with high quality wood and metal, we loved the smaller size of the rack and found that with its neutral colours, it easily slotted into a range of interior styles. We were also fans of the curved edges, which brought a sense of fun and modernity to what could otherwise look like a rack for a professional office. It’s got handles for easy transportation, plenty of room for all your favourite publications, and is easy to assemble too.
The verdict: Magazine racks
For a beautiful, architectural piece that will fit in all the magazines you need, as well as an eyecatching visual point, we adored Charlie Caffyn’s Farleigh Magazine Rack. To smarten up your home desk in style, we also loved iWoodesign’s magazine holder, while smaller homes will really benefit from the multifunctional, super-smart Brass & Wood Retro Magazine Rack from Rose & Grey.
