Anna Wintour

The Most Powerful Woman in Fashion

creative business
Anna Wintour

Net Worth

$50M

Born

1949 (age 77)

Country

United Kingdom

Occupation

Editor-in-Chief of Vogue, Chief Content Officer of Condé Nast

Gender

female

Generation

Boomer

Marital Status

divorced

Children

2

Single Parent Household

No

Education

High School

Industries

creative, business

Wealth Category

multi-millionaire

Wealth Origin

self-made

First-Gen Wealth

Yes

Immigrant

Yes

Overcame

  • • Fired from Harper's Bazaar early in career
  • • Faced criticism for lack of diversity in Vogue
  • • Subject of harsh portrayal in 'The Devil Wears Prada'

Anna Wintour is the Editor-in-Chief of Vogue and Chief Content Officer of Condé Nast, making her the most influential figure in global fashion. Known for her signature bob haircut and dark sunglasses, she has shaped the industry for over three decades, launching careers, creating the Met Gala, and serving as the inspiration for 'The Devil Wears Prada.'

Career Timeline

1949

Born in London, England

1965 Age 16
Turning Point

Dropped out of school to pursue fashion career

1970 Age 21
Milestone

Became fashion editor at Harpers & Queen in London

1976 Age 27
Turning Point

Moved to New York to work at Harper's Bazaar

1976 Age 27
Setback

Fired from Harper's Bazaar after nine months

1983 Age 34
Milestone

Became creative director at American Vogue

1985 Age 36
Milestone

Became editor-in-chief of British Vogue

1988 Age 39
Milestone

Became editor-in-chief of American Vogue

1995 Age 46
Achievement

Took over the Met Gala, transforming it into fashion's biggest night

2013 Age 64
Achievement

Named artistic director of Condé Nast across all publications

2020 Age 71
Achievement

Named global content advisor and chief content officer of Condé Nast

Notable Quotes

"I think everyone should get sacked at least once. It forces you to look at yourself."

— Interview, 2009

"Create your own style. Let it be unique for yourself and yet identifiable for others."