New Look Media has entered into a partnership with Hearst Magazines International to take over publication of the Czech editions of Harper’s BAZAAR and Cosmopolitan in 2027. It will build on both brands’ established presence by further developing their print editions and digital content and introducing new events.
The partnership brings together Hearst’s international resources and New Look Media’s experience in the Czech media market. Harper’s BAZAAR and Cosmopolitan will join the publisher’s portfolio, which includes Euro, Dolce Vita and Muži v Česku. Both brands will retain their distinct identities, with opportunities for further growth across print, digital platforms and live events.
“Harper’s BAZAAR and Cosmopolitan are among the leading brands in their categories worldwide, and I’m pleased that Hearst has entrusted us with their continued development in the Czech Republic. The media industry is changing rapidly, and new formats offer opportunities to reach more readers and collaborate with our partners in new ways. With Hearst’s support, we see this as a way to further strengthen both brands,” says Miloš Štěpař, owner of New Look Media.
Harper’s BAZAAR is the world’s oldest continuously published fashion magazine. Since its founding in 1867, it has brought together fashion, art and culture. It has been published in the Czech Republic since 1996.
Cosmopolitan offers a candid, confident take on the lives of young women. It covers fashion, beauty, relationships, careers and health, with an emphasis on personal stories, practical advice, humor and a sense of perspective. It has been published in the Czech Republic since 1994.
Original content from the two Czech editorial teams will be complemented by selected material from Hearst’s international network. New digital formats and events will create further opportunities to connect with readers and work with commercial partners.
“We extend our thanks to MAFRA for their long-term partnership and stewardship of our brands in the Czech Republic, and we are pleased to begin our collaboration with New Look Media,” said Jonathan Wright, president of Hearst Magazines International. “We are delighted to continue to deliver our world class media brands and premium content to fashion and culture enthusiasts in the region and reinforce the power of the network of our titles around the world”
New Look Media will provide further details about editorial leadership, publishing plans and upcoming projects in separate announcements.
