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A New Era at Vogue: Chloe Malle Steps Into the Spotlight

After nearly four decades, Anna Wintour has stepped back from her role as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, passing the reins to a trusted figure within the magazine’s ecosystem.

Por: Rubén Carrillo
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Chloe Malle joined Vogue in 2011, beginning as social editor, where she developed a reputation for her sharp eye and nuanced approach to cultural reporting. / Photo IG @chloemalle

Chloe Malle, a longtime member of Vogue’s editorial family, has been appointed Head of Editorial Content, marking a significant generational shift in the publication’s leadership.

 

Chloe Malle joined Vogue in 2011, beginning as social editor, where she developed a reputation for her sharp eye and nuanced approach to cultural reporting. 

 

She handled the magazine’s wedding and society coverage with grace, quickly building her voice within the publication. 

 

By 2016, she was promoted to contributing editor, a role she held until 2023, when she took over as editor of Vogue.com. Now, as head of editorial content, she is tasked with shaping the future of one of the most iconic magazines in fashion.

 

Malle has also extended her editorial skills beyond the magazine itself. She has edited several books about Vogue, further demonstrating her deep connection to the institution. 

 

Her background uniquely positions her to interpret the publication’s history while steering it into new digital frontiers.

By 2016, she was promoted to contributing editor, a role she held until 2023, when she took over as editor of Vogue.com. / Photo Vogue
By 2016, she was promoted to contributing editor, a role she held until 2023, when she took over as editor of Vogue.com. / Photo Vogue

The Weight of Anna Wintour’s Legacy

Anna Wintour’s tenure at Vogue spanned 37 years, during which she transformed the magazine into a global cultural authority. 

 

She will remain Condé Nast’s global chief content officer and Vogue’s global editorial director, continuing her influence over the brand while entrusting daily operations to Malle. For Wintour, naming her successor was a once-in-a-lifetime decision. 

 

She emphasized the need for a leader capable of respecting Vogue’s tradition while pushing boundaries. In Chloe Malle, she believes she has found that balance.

Anna Wintour’s tenure at Vogue spanned 37 years, during which she transformed the magazine into a global cultural authority. / Photo achive
Anna Wintour’s tenure at Vogue spanned 37 years, during which she transformed the magazine into a global cultural authority. / Photo achive

Family Ties and Hollywood Connections

Beyond her editorial career, Chloe Malle carries a legacy that connects fashion with entertainment. 

 

Her mother, actress Candice Bergen, famously portrayed Enid Frick, a fictional Vogue editor, in Sex and the City. 

 

Her late father, French filmmaker Louis Malle, remains a celebrated figure in cinema. 

 

These ties enrich Malle’s cultural perspective, blending the worlds of fashion, film, and media.

 

A Future Shaped by Innovation

In her new role, Chloe Malle is expected to guide Vogue into uncharted territory. She has spoken passionately about her excitement for embracing evolving media, from digital and video to events and social platforms. 

 

She envisions Vogue not only as a magazine but as a cultural hub that speaks to the values of today’s global audience.

 

Her appointment underscores the need for adaptability at a time when fashion and media are both shifting at extraordinary speed.

Beyond her editorial career, Chloe Malle carries a legacy that connects fashion with entertainment. / Photo @chloemalle

Continuity and Change

Though the announcement marks the end of Wintour’s editorial reign, it also signals continuity. Chloe Malle is not an outsider. 

 

Her career has unfolded within the magazine’s walls, giving her an insider’s understanding of its ethos. 

 

Yet, as she assumes this influential position, she brings her own voice, her own generational perspective, and her ambition to keep Vogue relevant in an era where digital engagement defines cultural influence.

 

Chloe Malle’s appointment represents more than a change in leadership. It is a signal of Vogue’s intention to honor its history while reshaping its future. 

 

With her at the helm, the publication steps boldly into a new chapter—one where heritage and innovation will coexist seamlessly.

Quick Questions

  • Who is Chloe Malle? Chloe Malle is Vogue’s new Head of Editorial Content, succeeding Anna Wintour in daily operations.
  • What roles has Chloe Malle held at Vogue? She has been social editor, contributing editor, and editor of Vogue.com before her current appointment.
  • Will Anna Wintour still work at Vogue? Yes, Wintour remains Condé Nast’s global chief content officer and Vogue’s global editorial director.
  • What is Chloe Malle’s background outside Vogue? She is the daughter of actress Candice Bergen and French filmmaker Louis Malle, connecting her to Hollywood and film.

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