Anna Wintour Steps Down as Editor-in-Chief of American Vogue After 37 Years
Anna Wintour has resigned as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, leaving a legacy of redefining celebrity fashion and transforming the magazine into a cultural icon.
Overview
- Anna Wintour has stepped down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue after 37 years, effective immediately.
- She will continue as chief content officer for Condé Nast and global editorial director of Vogue.
- Wintour's leadership has redefined celebrity fashion and transformed Vogue into a must-have magazine.
- A search for a new head of editorial content is currently underway, who will report directly to Wintour.
- Wintour's significant impact on fashion earned her the title of Dame Commander of the British Empire for her contributions.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources frame Anna Wintour's departure from Vogue as a significant cultural shift, emphasizing her long-standing influence in fashion. They highlight her achievements while subtly acknowledging the challenges of transitioning leadership. The tone reflects admiration for her legacy, yet hints at a desire for fresh perspectives in the industry.
Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue after nearly four decades, but will retain editorial control over the magazine.
Wintour will continue in her roles as chief content officer for Conde Nast and global editorial director at Vogue.
Wintour was awarded the title of Dame Commander of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2017 for her contributions to journalism and fashion.
Condé Nast revamped its editorial structure in 2021, consolidating global editorial teams under a unified leadership structure established four years ago.
She will continue to serve as chief content officer for Condé Nast and global editorial director for Vogue.
Anna Wintour has been the editor-in-chief of American Vogue since 1988, after previously serving as the editor of British Vogue.
Wintour revolutionized celebrity fashion and the Met Gala through bold cover portraits for Vogue and transforming the event into a prestigious fashion event.
Vogue U.S. is searching for a new editor-in-chief to lead editorial content.
Wintour replaced Grace Mirabella at Vogue in 1988 and has been a prominent figure in the fashion industry ever since.
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"…Wintour has been a transformative figure in the fashion industry, shaping trends and supporting emerging designers while leaving an indelible mark on pop culture."
USA TODAY·5d·"…As the style icon, 75, steps down this year, here is a look at the iconic moments that cemented her in fashion history."
USA TODAY·5d·"…Anna Wintour has led the iconic publication since 1988 and will continue in her roles as chief content officer for Condé Nast and global editorial director of Vogue after she steps away from the post she held for nearly 40 years."
USA TODAY·5d·"…Vogue is looking to fill some elegant, expensive shoes: The U.S. magazine will search for a new editor-in-chief to give Anna Wintour more time to focus on her work as Vogue's global editorial director and parent company Condé Nast's chief content officer."
NPR·5d·"…The change at Vogue means that the U.S. version of the publication will bring a new editorial leader for the U.S."
CBS News·5d·"…Dame Anna Wintour is stepping back as editor-in-chief of American Vogue after 37 years."
BBC News·5d·"…Wintour transformed Vogue during her decades at the magazine."
Associated Press·5d·"…Wintour will remain as chief content officer for parent Conde Nast, as well as global editorial director at Vogue, a Conde Nast spokesperson confirmed."
Deadline·5d·"…The new role at Vogue U.S. is part of the company’s restructuring, and it will join the heads of editorial content for the United Kingdom, China, India, Japan, France, Germany, Spain, Taiwan, Italy and the Middle East."
NBC News·5d·"…Wintour's influence on style extends far beyond the pages of Vogue."
USA TODAY·5d·FAQ
A search is currently underway for a new head of editorial content at American Vogue, a newly created position that will handle the day-to-day operations of the magazine and report directly to Anna Wintour.
Anna Wintour will continue as chief content officer for Condé Nast and global editorial director of Vogue, overseeing the brand’s international content and multiple publications including Vanity Fair, GQ, Glamour, and Allure.
Anna Wintour redefined celebrity fashion and transformed Vogue into a global cultural icon and trendsetter. She has influenced the careers of numerous designers and shaped the broader cultural conversation around style and celebrity. Her leadership also spearheaded major events like the Met Gala, and she was honored with the title of Dame Commander of the British Empire for her contributions.
Condé Nast is undergoing broader organizational restructuring to align U.S. Vogue with its global editorial framework, which includes creating a new position of head of editorial content to manage the magazine's day-to-day editorial operations under Anna Wintour's continued leadership as global editorial director.
The New York Metropolitan Museum's costume department was renamed the Anna Wintour Costume Institute in recognition of Wintour's work as a trustee and her pivotal role in spearheading the annual Met Gala, which celebrates the opening of the museum’s costume exhibition and brings together celebrities dressed according to its theme.
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