Anna Wintour's Vogue replacement - all the rumoured names to take over
After Anna Wintour announced she was stepping down from her role as editor-in-chief of Vogue, here's a list of names that could be replacing her…
After serving for nearly four decades as the editor-in-chief of American Vogue, Anna Wintour has announced she's stepping down from her role. It's been reported that Anna broke the sad news to her team on Thursday (June 27).
However, fashion enthusiasts shouldn't be too devastated as the 75-year-old icon isn't leaving Condé Nast or Vogue completely, she's just scaling back her duties. Anna will reportedly still remain as Vogue's global editorial director as well as Condé Nast's global chief content officer.
Anna took on the role back in 1988 and is often credited for transforming the legendary fashion publication. Her pioneering role in the fashion business led her to be named a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire at Buckingham Palace in 2017.
The new role will be titled as head of editorial content and many names have entered the mix as potential replacements for the highly coveted gig. As rumours continue to swirl, here's a list of names that might be in the running…
Eva Chen
Journalist Eva Chen became the beauty editor of Teen Vogue back in 2005 and held this position until 2012. Moving through the ranks at Condé Nast, Eva took on the role of editor-in-chief of Lucky magazine in June 2013.
Initially hired as a consultant, Eva was promoted to the top of the publication within just two months. At the time, she was just 33 years old, making her one of the youngest editors to lead a National American magazine.
Chen is also presently Head of Fashion Partnerships for Instagram, a role she joined in July 2015. As well as this, she also is an author of several children's books which aims to uplift Asian American children.
Eva is a firm fixture at some of the most high-profile fashion shows, sitting in her pride of place on the front row. She's also been spotted with Anna on several occasions, meaning she could potentially be in line to replace her.
Amy Astley
Amy Astley's relationship with Anna has exceeded two decades, after being named by her to become the editorial director of Teen Vogue back in 2002. After 14 years, she decided to leave the position in 2016 to move onto pastures new.
During Amy's tenure, Teen Vogue was nominated twice for a National Magazine Award for General Excellence and was named as Adweek's 2004 Startup of the Year.
She released a book in 2009, titled The Teen Vogue Handbook: An Insider's Guide to Careers in Fashion, which became a New York Times best seller. The success of the book led to Penguin updating and reissuing it in 2014.
Amy joined Architectural Digest in 2016 as the global editorial director and editor-in-chief. She expanded it solely from a print edition to having multiple digital-only verticals, a social media presence and a hit video series on YouTube.
Chioma Nnadi
Chioma Nnadi joined Vogue in New York in 2010 and ran the American website as well as writing for the publication and co-hosting the Vogue podcast. After rising up the ranks, Chioma now holds the position of head of editorial content for British Vogue.
She is the first woman of colour to claim such a senior leadership role at Vogue globally, succeeding Edward Enniful, who was the first gay man of colour in a senior role.
Anna has described Chioma as 'beloved among her colleagues at Vogue' and an 'editor and writer with an impeccable reputation."
Pharrell Williams
As well as a successful music career, Pharrell Williams has made a significant impact in the fashion industry, becoming a prominent designer and creative director. His fashion work includes collaborations with huge brands including Chanel and Louis Vuitton.
Not only that, but he has also founded his very own successful streetwear labels, Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream. He is the current Men's Creative Director for Louis Vuitton.
Pharrell shares a close professional relationship with Anna, with the pair most recently working together as co-chairs for the 2025 Met Gala along with other prominent figures such as Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky and Lewis Hamilton.
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