Anna Wintour’s impact on Vogue and who may succeed her
Anna Wintour steps aside as Vogue editor-in-chief after decades of defining fashion cultureWhen Anna Wintour presented her initial edition of American Vogue at the end of 1988, the reaction from the magazine's printer was surprising: "Was there an error?" The cover, showcasing model Michaela Bercu in a Christian Lacroix couture jacket combined with denim jeans, was a departure from the meticulously styled, formal portraits that had characterized the magazine for many years. The photograph was relaxed, taken outside, and embodied a spontaneous spirit that would represent a fresh era for Vogue. Influential Shift in Fashion The occurrence established the groundwork…