In a signal moment for fashion media, Anna Wintour—the iconic editor who has shaped American Vogue for nearly four decades—has stepped back from the day-to-day role. In her place steps Chloe Malle, 39, now appointed as the magazine’s first-ever Head of Editorial Content, effective immediately.
Wintour, renowned globally for her editorial vision and for elevating events like the Met Gala into cultural touchstones, will continue to wield influence as Condé Nast’s Chief Content Officer and Vogue’s global editorial director. Asserting both legacy and momentum, she praised her successor warmly, noting that Malle has often shown she can find the balance between Vogue’s long, singular history and its future on the front lines of the new.

Malle’s rise within Vogue has been both calculated and consistent. She joined the magazine in 2011, serving in roles from Social Editor to contributing editor, and eventually became the editor of Vogue.com in 2023. She also co-hosts The Run-Through, Vogue’s weekly fashion and culture podcast.
Born into creative pedigree—her mother is actress Candice Bergen and her father was acclaimed filmmaker Louis Malle—she has openly acknowledged her privileged background, even calling herself a “proud nepo baby,” while insisting that her ascent has been shaped by dedication and vision.
For Vogue, the appointment represents both continuity and change. Malle has expressed interest in evolving the magazine’s print editions into collector’s items—fewer issues, but with highly curated content and elevated production quality. At the same time, her experience spearheading Vogue’s digital strategy positions her to navigate a media landscape where online reach and engagement are increasingly critical.

This new title also signals a structural shift: the traditional role of “editor-in-chief” is being retired in favour of a modernised framework. While Malle takes on editorial leadership of the US title, Wintour maintains her global oversight, ensuring that the magazine balances reinvention with its deep-rooted legacy.
This leadership change does more than mark succession—it heralds a new era for Vogue. Chloe Malle offers fresh creative direction rooted in digital fluency and editorial finesse, while Anna Wintour’s continued mentorship ensures the magazine remains anchored to its history. It is an elegant blend of reverence and reinvention—perfectly fitting for fashion’s most influential title.
