Anna Wintour Names Chloe Malle as Potential Successor at Vogue

Fashion icon Anna Wintour is believed to have selected Chloe Malle, the editor of Vogue.com, as her likely replacement for the position of head of editorial content at American Vogue. The announcement could be made as early as the upcoming Tuesday.

Wintour, 75, previously announced her decision to step down from this role in June, while confirming she would remain as Condé Nast’s chief content officer and Vogue’s global editorial director. Vogue sought a successor to oversee daily operations across platforms, reporting directly to her.

Wintour shared in a staff meeting that continuous growth in her creative career is vital, expressing her pride in nurturing emerging editors and encouraging innovative visions for the magazine. She emphasized her commitment to ongoing influence within the fashion industry and the cultural scene surrounding events like the Met Gala.

Speculation has been mounting that Malle is Wintour’s favored candidate, especially after reports indicated she was in the final interview rounds. Malle, the daughter of actress Candice Bergen and director Louis Malle, has been a prominent figure in fashion publishing, having also attended key events like the Met Gala wearing Chanel and appearing at industry celebrations.

Sources confirmed that Wintour sees Malle as embodying the creative spirit and innovative mindset needed for the role. Despite her stepping back from her daily duties, Wintour will continue to influence major fashion events and media projects, ensuring her lasting imprint on Vogue and the wider industry.