The search for Anna Wintour’s successor at the helm of American Vogue appears to be nearing its conclusion, with insider sources pointing to Chloé Malle as the leading candidate. According to reports from Page Six, Malle, currently serving as the site editor for Vogue, is reportedly the favorite to take over from the iconic “Queen of Fashion” and has advanced to the final stages of interviews for the prestigious role.
Malle, 39, brings a notable pedigree to the position as the daughter of actress Candice Bergen and the late French film director Louis Malle. She is described as a long-time favorite within the Vogue offices, known for her rapport with staff. Her recent high-profile assignment – interviewing Lauren Sánchez for her Vogue cover story ahead of Sánchez’s lavish Venetian wedding to Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos – further underscores her involvement in key editorial initiatives.
Executives at Condé Nast, including CEO Roger Lynch and Wintour herself, have reportedly narrowed the field of potential candidates down to a final shortlist. While Malle is seen as the frontrunner, she is not without competition. Nicole Phelps, the Global Director of Vogue Runway – the publication’s dedicated online platform for fashion show coverage – is also understood to be a strong contender for the top job.
The announcement of the new editor-in-chief is anticipated imminently, with expectations that the name will be revealed before the start of New York Fashion Week. The Spring/Summer 2025 shows are scheduled to run from September 11th to September 16th, providing a natural focal point for such a significant industry announcement.
This leadership transition marks the end of an extraordinary era. The 75-year-old Wintour announced in June her decision to step down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue after an unparalleled 37 years leading the fashion bible, setting the stage for one of the most closely watched successions in media. The appointment of her successor will shape the future direction of the iconic title.
