Chloe Malle will become the top editor at American Vogue after Dame Anna Wintour stepped aside as editor-in-chief, the publication has announced.
The 39-year-old worked her way up the fashion magazine ranks over the past 14 years to become editor of Vogue.com and host the magazine's podcast The Run Through.
Malle's appointment marks a new era for the magazine, considered one of the most influential and glamorous fashion publications.
Dame Anna, the British-born fashion magnate, announced she was leaving the role in June after holding the position for 37 years. The magazine said she would retain senior positions at its publisher.
In a statement announcing the news, Malle expressed her commitment to the magazine, stating, Vogue has already shaped who I am, now I'm excited at the prospect of shaping Vogue.
Dame Anna said Malle had proven adept at finding the balance between Vogue's long singular history and its future on the front lines of the new.
Malle, the daughter of actress Candice Bergen and French film director Louis Malle, grew up splitting her time between Paris and Los Angeles. She began her full-time position at Vogue as a social editor in 2011 and has since risen through the ranks, notably securing a wedding photoshoot for Naomi Biden.
Like her predecessor, Malle has engaged with political activism, supporting Democratic causes and discussing political issues on her podcast. While the exact timeline for the handover is unclear, Malle is set to work alongside Dame Anna, who will remain involved in a senior role at the publisher Condé Nast.
Observers suggest that Malle's deep connections within the Vogue community and her strong work ethic raise expectations for her leadership, as industry insiders anticipate gradual changes that may reflect her vision.
