Archie New Look Series #2

Part of Archie's "New Look" initiative, this 2009 digest-format volume puts Jughead front and center — literally — as he and a confident, smiling young woman share a knowing, scheming glance surrounded by floating pink hearts. Behind them, a wide-eyed Archie, Veronica, Betty, and Reggie react with open-mouthed surprise, hinting that whatever romantic meddling is afoot has already caused quite a stir. Cover art by Joe Staton and Al Milgrom gives the Riverdale gang a sleek, more realistic polish that feels fresh while keeping all the warmth fans expect.