InStyle used to do such lovely covers, now everything is against a white background. I miss the covers they used to do in the 1990s, with stars photographed in various positions against lush green or beachy backgrounds. I suppose it makes airbrushing easier, but I hate the studio artificialness.
I've also noticed their events coverage has diminished over the years. I have an issue from 1998, and everything from a ball in Monaco to charity events in NYC to red carpet premieres are covered. Now, it's all basically red carpet.
I do still buy issues from time to time though because I like their interviews and their fashion and style how-tos.