Dame Anna Wintour, the legendary face of global fashion publishing, is officially stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue after an astonishing 37-year reign. Known for her signature bob and dark sunglasses, the 75-year-old fashion powerhouse reportedly shared the news with staff earlier this week.
Although she will no longer oversee the U.S. edition of the magazine, Anna will continue in her role as Global Editorial Director of Vogue and remain Chief Content Officer at Condé Nast – the parent company that also owns GQ, Glamour, and Vanity Fair.
Wintour took over from Grace Mirabella in 1988 and has since become synonymous with the Vogue brand. She previously held the top job at British Vogue between 1985 and 1987. In 1995, she became chair of the Met Gala’s Costume Institute, turning the annual event into one of the most influential cultural and philanthropic moments in the fashion calendar, raising over $400 million for the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Despite previously stating she had “no plans” to leave her post, insiders now confirm a new head of editorial content will be brought in to manage American Vogue. This change follows Condé Nast’s ongoing restructuring efforts to unify editorial leadership across its global markets.
Earlier this year, Anna was honoured by King Charles with the Order of the Companions of Honour – one of the UK’s most prestigious accolades – in recognition of her decades-long impact on fashion and media.
While Wintour may be stepping away from the U.S. edition, her influence on the world of fashion journalism is far from over.
