In a significant moment for the fashion publishing world, Anna Wintour, the long-reigning editor-in-chief of American Vogue and global editorial director of Condé Nast, has singled out Chloe Malle as a formidable talent and potential future leader.
The endorsement came during a live interview at the 92nd Street Y in New York, where Wintour was questioned about possible successors to Edward Enninful at British Vogue. While she did not confirm any appointments, Wintour's praise for Malle was both public and effusive.
A Glowing Recommendation from the Top
Wintour described Malle, the current Social Editor of American Vogue, as "incredibly talented" and a figure who has "really made that role her own." She went further, stating, "I think that Chloe Malle could easily edit a magazine... I think she would be a brilliant editor."
This public vote of confidence from one of the most powerful figures in media is a rare and career-defining moment, placing Malle firmly in the spotlight as a name to watch.
Chloe Malle's Fashion Pedigree
Malle is no stranger to the upper echelons of style and society. She is the daughter of Oscar-winning producer Wendy Finerman and the late author and journalist Nicholas Malle. Before her current role at Vogue, she served as the Style Editor for T: The New York Times Style Magazine and authored the book Summer Camp: Notes from the Water's Edge.
Her position at American Vogue involves curating the magazine's prestigious social calendar and profiling influential figures, a role she has mastered and expanded upon with significant acclaim.
What This Means for the Future
While Wintour was careful to clarify that no decisions have been made regarding the British edition, her comments have ignited speculation within the industry. The top job at British Vogue became a topic of conversation following the announcement that Edward Enninful will be stepping down to take on a new global role.
Wintour's endorsement suggests that Malle is being seriously considered for a major editorial position, whether in London or elsewhere within the Condé Nast empire. It underscores a potential new direction for the publication, championing a editor with a deep understanding of modern culture and digital media.
For now, the fashion world will be watching Chloe Malle's next move closely, as one of the industry's most powerful figures has now anointed her as a star of the future.
