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Chloe Malle Named Editor-in-Chief of Vogue U.S., Succeeding Anna Wintour

She signals a pivot to collectible, themed print issues beginning in 2026.

Overview

  • Condé Nast appointed Malle on September 2 to lead the U.S. edition’s creative and editorial direction and to join a ten-member global leadership team under Anna Wintour.
  • Wintour retains senior global roles at Condé Nast with oversight of Vogue’s worldwide editorial leadership structure.
  • Malle told the New York Times she plans fewer, theme-driven issues on higher-quality paper designed to be collectible, with her first issue expected in 2026 according to the Times.
  • As editorial director of Vogue.com since 2023, she doubled direct traffic and drove double-digit growth around flagship events such as the Met Gala and Vogue World, Condé Nast said.
  • In remarks accompanying the announcement, Malle highlighted priorities in multiplatform publishing, video and live events, and acknowledged her well-known parentage while noting she strives to prove herself beyond it.