Anna Wintour Names Chloe Malle as Vogue's New Editor
Vogue Power Play: Anna Wintour's Shocker - Chloe Malle In Line to Succeed as Head of Editorial Content!
Get ready for a whirlwind of excitement and drama at Condé Nast, the venerable publishing powerhouse behind some of the world's most iconic titles. According to sources close to the company, Anna Wintour has made her pick for the hotly contested role of head of editorial content at Vogue - and it's none other than Chloe Malle, the 35-year-old daughter of the incomparable Candice Bergen and the late cinematic legend Louis Malle.
Puck News broke the bombshell on Monday, revealing that Wintour is set to announce her decision as early as Tuesday. And while some may have predicted a high-profile name like Sarah Moonves, Stella Bugbee, or Nicole Phelps would snag the gig, insiders claim that choosing Malle was simply "the path of least resistance."
So who exactly is Chloe Malle? Well, for starters, she's a Brown University alumna with a sharp eye for style and an enviable Rolodex. A Vogue veteran since 2011, Malle has risen through the ranks with ease, becoming an editor in 2023 and co-hosting The Run-Through with Vogue podcast to great acclaim. Her portfolio boasts high-profile interviews with Lauren Sanchez, Fran Lebowitz, Jenna Lyons, Fran Drescher, and Margot Robbie, among others.
But what's behind Wintour's decision? Insiders speculate that Malle's proximity to the top - she currently helms Vogue.com - made her an obvious choice. Plus, let's be real: with a mother like Candice Bergen, Malle has always had a foot in the door. And while some may question whether nepotism played a role in Wintour's decision, one thing is clear: Chloe Malle is no stranger to the fashion world.
As the news breaks, Condé Nast reps are staying mum - at least for now. When reached by TheScholarlyNote.com for comment, they declined to confirm or deny the reports about Malle's ascension to the top job.
This move comes hot on the heels of Wintour's announcement in June that she'd be stepping down as head of editorial content at Vogue. Don't worry - she'll still hold court as Condé Nast's global chief content officer and global editorial director at Vogue, overseeing a veritable empire of brands including Wired, Vanity Fair, GQ, AD, Condé Nast Traveler, Glamour, Bon Appetit, Tatler, World of Interiors, and Allure.
Wintour's long and storied tenure at Vogue has been nothing short of transformative. She took the reins in 1988 and turned the magazine into a global phenomenon, cementing its status as the go-to publication for fashionistas everywhere. Her Met Gala reign is unparalleled - who else but Anna Wintour could single-handedly elevate a red carpet event into a global spectacle?
But Wintour's legacy extends far beyond Vogue's hallowed halls. She's been credited with making Condé Nast one of the most influential media companies in the world, and her impact on popular culture is immeasurable.
Of course, no discussion of Wintour would be complete without a nod to her infamous reputation as "the Queen Bee" of fashion publishing. Some might say she's as ruthless as she is revered - but love her or hate her, one thing's certain: Anna Wintour is the ultimate gatekeeper of style and sophistication.
Now, as Malle prepares to take the reins at Vogue.com, speculation is running rampant about what this means for the future of fashion publishing. Will Malle bring a fresh perspective to the role, or will she continue Wintour's legacy? Only time will tell - but one thing's for sure: with Chloe Malle at the helm, Vogue is poised to continue its reign as the ultimate authority on style and glamour.
In related news, Wintour's decision to step down from her role has left some wondering about her next move. As Conde Nast CEO Roger Lynch told The Wall Street Journal, "This will enable [Wintour] to make time for everyone who needs her." And with Malle set to take over, it seems Anna Wintour is passing the torch - but don't expect her to fade into the background just yet.
