In 2015, The Final Issue and Farewell Zoo's final print issue marked the end of an era for the magazine. Many fans expressed nostalgia for its cheeky style and the rise of digital media that led to its closure. The last issue included articles looking back at the history of the publication and its most memorable moments. It also featured some of the magazine's favorite models and writers, providing closure to those who had been loyal readers since it launched in 2006.
The farewell issue was a time capsule of sorts, capturing the spirit and essence of what made Zoo so popular. With articles about the hottest models and celebrities of the day, readers could relive their best memories from years past. There were also features highlighting how Zoo changed pop culture and influenced fashion trends. One section even looked at how the magazine helped shape attitudes towards sex and sexuality.
Within the pages of the final issue, readers could find retrospective interviews with famous cover girls like Katie Price and Jemma Lucy. These women reflected on their time at Zoo and what working for the magazine meant to them. They shared stories of how they got their start and what they loved about being part of such a unique publication. For many, working for Zoo was more than just a job – it was a way to express themselves creatively and connect with others.
Despite its popularity, Zoo struggled as other publications began to dominate the market. As technology advanced, magazines like this one found it difficult to compete with websites that offered instant access to content. Readers could get all the naughtiness they wanted without having to wait for the next issue to come out. And so, after nearly ten years in print, The Final Issue and Farewell Zoo called it quits.
But while the magazine may be gone, its legacy lives on. Its influence can still be felt in the way we talk about sex today. It opened up conversations about intimacy, consent, and body positivity that had been taboo before. Even if people no longer read it, its impact is undeniable.