After a remarkable 37-year tenure, Anna Wintour is leaving her position as Editor-in-Chief of Vogue US.
During an internal staff meeting, the news was revealed, and it is official. Wintour, 75, is sort of hanging up her signature bob and sunglasses. She will continue to make decisions as the Chief Content Officer for Condé Nast and the Editorial Director for Vogue worldwide, so she won’t be going entirely missing. However, a new era for Vogue’s American edition is about to start.
When Wintour took over in 1988, the entire course of events was reversed. Her daring decision to replace the typical model-only covers with images of celebrities made Vogue a major force in pop culture. Under her direction, fashion evolved from clothing to conversation.
From Kim Kardashian and Beyoncé to political covers and daring remarks about race and identity, Anna didn’t merely document trends; she created them. For almost forty years, her impact has defined style, launched designers, and shaped careers.
The question that everyone is asking as she withdraws from the US edition is: Who has the audacity to fill her stilettos?
The end of an era is being reflected upon by both industry insiders and fans. Fashion will never forget Anna Wintour, regardless of whether you feared her, loved her, or both.
The upcoming generation of Vogue is on the runway, so grab your iced latte, dust off your September issue, and get ready. And now is the beginning.
