How Anna Wintour Became the MOST Powerful Woman in Fashion

Did Anna Wintour sleep her way to Vogue? Here we're exploring the story of the most powerful woman in the fashion industry.
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🍿CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
01:43 - Family Life
02:45 - Introduction to Fashion
03:32 - Launching a Career in Fashion Journalism
04:14 - How Anna Wintour got FIRED
04:40 - Anna Wintour & Bob Marley Rumour's
05:03 - Anna Wintour's Journey to Vogue
07:14 - Starting at Vogue
08:18 - Anna Wintour's BAD reputation
10:19 - Becoming the Head of Vogue
11:19 - Anna's FIRST Vogue Cover
12:31 - Personal Life - Marriage & Divorce
13:02 - How Anna Wintour SAVED the Met Gala
14:16 - Tina Brown Feud
15:21 - The Devil Wears Prada
19:19 - Awards and Recognition
19:51 - Downfall of Vogue?
20:17 - The September Issue Film
21:27 - Kim & Kanye Cover
22:54 - Anna Wintour's MOST Controversial Moments
24:22 - Amy Odell's Book
24:55 - Supporting Young Designers
26:33 - Anna Wintour's ICONIC look
28:29 - Anna Wintour's Daily Routine
30:19 - The Future of Vogue
31:10 - Outro
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[@HailToTheMeep]

I never get her success. But always speculated that like many enduringly powerful people of this world, it is down to one thing: Network, and connections. Whether it is inherited or earned from scratch.

[@luxecollective]

She was a VERY lucky indeed!!

[@gobyfish1399]

Oh darling, weren't you paying attention to the video ? Network and connections ? She slept her way to the top. So many boyfriends gave her positions in magazines. Well, that's also like many "powerful" ( please take note of the air quotes ), women ( also take note, men do not have this option ), she neither inherited nor earned it completely, she used her female body, closed her eyes and thought of Vogue. And here she is, Queen bitch of fashion. I get her success, its a tale as old as time, one things for sure, she's sure no " I don't need no man feminist".

[@hereandthere6001]

and cultural community

[@VerucaS9lt]

I'm not even into fashion, I don't own anything, and have no interest in owning something designer or luxury, but the passion with which you guys create content is just so affecting that I love watching your videos and learning from them. Blessings to you all!

[@luxecollective]

That's so amazing to hear, we really appreciate you! 🥹

[@franciscocilloniz4216]

'Cause they put us on the move! 🐘🐘

[@johannesbols57]

It would be even more exciting if they got their facts straight befoire uploading. This is just another patriarchal take down of a successful woman.

[@RoberiePhibbs]

Okay, I've always been confused by my obsession with *gtdupe* bags and their practicality, but this video is adorable! Congratulations

[@brvndxxxn]

Go Anna! It’s hard to imagine what the future of vogue will be

[@DakotaSmith971]

Anna is a legend. She’s the reason every American & British little girl and teenage girl felt excitement everyday of their lives about FASHION & the fashion industry, she’s the reason every aspiring little girl wanted to be MORE.

[@politesmile7812]

Now I want a pair of Chanel sunglasses, an assistant to yell at and a bob

[@luxecollective]

lol love that

[@lilylittlemonster5]

All possible. Just dream and it will manifest.🤣🤣🤣

[@justynaherbut2724]

😅😅😅

[@lewisknight2226]

So she had connections, typical of being successful as a British person.

[@HailToTheMeep]

Well said, and sadly for most people, this is true everywhere in the world.

[@waveril5167]

Lol, yeah only for British people sure... Everyone in the US is like this dude.

[@zaasfromparis]

So you watched only the beginning of the video and you make your opinion ? Yeah she had connection like everyone in this business but she succeeded . Would you have say the same if she was a man ?

[@luxecollective]

she is the definition of a nepo baby

[@lewisknight2226]

@@zaasfromparis I studied fashion communication and promotion for 4 years at university, anyone who has studied fashion has the impossible task of not researching her like a crazy ex. And I would say exactly the same if she were a man, she’s worked hard, no can deny that. But she’s in the position she is now because she had connections. All other countries have nepotism, but nothing can beat the stink of the nepotism in this country. And yes, I already decided to write that comment as my thumb clicked the video which I watched in its entirety. It was a good angle and fresh way of portraying Anna. P.s. it’s not really like the devil wears Prada, the book more but not the film.

[@AxelQC]

Edna Mode is based on Hollywood legend Edith Head, winner of 8 Oscars for costume design.

[@parakritirajpurohit3031]

thank you

[@melindamullins9272]

i love love love anna wintour she is no holds bared as far as fashion i like how shes not afraid to start a new look nothing so boring and the same o sameo shes remarkable at her keen eye for fashion and we love it at all times.

[@qle6]

With all due respect her depiction in the Devil wears Prada was anything but one dimensional. Meryl Streep has never accepted a one dimensional role in her life. Lol

[@luxecollective]

The film was INSANE regardless

[@qle6]

@@luxecollective agreed!

[@johnjanota7724]

i absolutely love anna and what she is all about. people think she is harsh. no... she knows what is needed to get the job done. people need to not take that personal. its business. she has endured decades of success in one of the harshest business' imaginable. good for her.

[@Carducci1959]

All down to her father, already a newspaper editor!

[@luxecollective]

she played the game well

[@Carducci1959]

@@luxecollective I wouldn't say exploiting people and disrespecting them, is playing the game well.

[@colmkeegan6635]

Always wondered about that woman, great insight into her and really enjoyed the video, best of luck with with your channe, Cheers

[@deb0rahh]

This was a very insightful video, I’m just getting into fashion so learning things like this really helps to put things into perspective as to the many different aspects in the Fashion Industry.

[@luxecollective]

That's amazing to hear! We appreciate you 🙏🏼

[@Grace.Robinson]

So true

[@lioness512]

he got it wrong Edna is based on the famous Hollywood designer Edith Head not Anna!

[@leonhayes188]

Living proof that a bad haircut and bad fashion choices don't keep one from working in fashion.

[@luxecollective]

Damn that felt personal 😳

[@Carducci1959]

Exactly!

[@CarlosSilva-td3nn]

Excellent video!!! Many thanks from Sao Paulo, Brazil.

[@F.R.F937]

When you see what she replaced Grace Coddington with you understand what kind of person Anna Wintour is...

[@luxecollective]

Who was it?

[@justynaherbut2724]

It was Grace's decision to leave. Anna has always spoken highly of Grace. They've worked together for 30 years.

[@williamfahey6066]

Anna is a great success and the owners of the Magazines that she is in charge of are not going to make her leave. That would be killing the goose that lays the golden eggs. Plus the designers and the public in general love her. All of this and given that she seems to love her job, it would make no sense to imply that she should give up her position. She has done so much good for so many people too. Anna should only leave Her job if she is ready to retire. I hope she stays, and I wish her well. Jeff❤

[@johniii8147]

I think few love her they just have to tolerate her because of her power.

[@luxecollective]

I doubt she'll be retiring anytime soon!

[@brandnewheavie7548]

Edna Mode was actually inspired by Edith Head.

[@luxecollective]

You're right!

[@F.R.F937]

A change is long overdue regarding her, Vogue is nothing great anymore...

[@luxecollective]

Who would you like to see instead?

[@bh-777]

I think she is great. Those recent changes to make it more woke, with first ethnic editor in chief in the UK was a disaster.

[@user-uh4zj8ef5p]

ANYbody !​@@luxecollective

[@hardin-nq3ki]

She had connections but what she has achieved in her life is definitely because of her own hard work. There are many people who can rise to the top by their connections and networks but without talent like anna, how many can reign that position for 30 years? she really showed women can achieve many things, career, motherhood and power. She deserves respect.

[@DanielleA2023]

Shes Amazing 😍❤

[@marshmallowsilk3789]

That first Vouge cover of hers is still one of my favourites

[@eliaskhanmeh7399]

Amazing, thanks so

[@Karen.c.h]

Good video. When taking about the Wintour Uniform you left off the Georgian Colette necklaces which has been often replicated.

[@luxecollective]

That is also a piece she often wears yes!!

[@pyranomics7229]

What a well-made, comprehensive video! Very impressed :)

[@cleaverpatterson1777]

Get real. The video is a load of tripe.

[@loboestepario2424]

Excellent video. So she's both a hard working, determined woman, and a nepo-baby. So British.

[@LeonardoRicardoSanto]

excellent. Thank you

[@luxecollective]

Glad you liked it!

[@kelvin4634]

I get chills listening to her success and her mind

[@misha9397]

Grace Coddington, one of Anna’s employee?!? Are you serious? She us as legendary as Anna. Love and adore by many designers, photographers, and stylist.

[@luxecollective]

Anna may be a touch more legendary 👀

[@gobyfish1399]

Grace was Anna's employee. Grace was also sweet, kind, warm, and didn't chase fame and demand to be seen as Anna's equal. There's a documentary on YT about Vogue ( sorry, forgot what's its called ) and you can see in interviews and just filming process how different those 2 women are. Grace is a sweetheart. The Devil is winter.

[@larissafeliciano1113]

​@@gobyfish1399i think the documentary is the "September Issue,"

[@gobyfish1399]

Yes it was ! Watching it again . @@larissafeliciano1113

[@justynaherbut2724]

@@gobyfish1399 They both worked together for 30 years....for a reason. Anna called Grace a creative genius and respected her. Watch the documentary about Fashion Editors so will learn more.

[@alicdngwenya5081]

Love her with every bit of want to be like her

[@safistyle.art.fashion.imag577]

I love some of Anna; I don't care what people say about her. She never keeps up and continues to do great in the fashion industry.

[@elainebradleyceramist]

What a great vid. Your posts are such good value in content and entertainment. Love the accent too.

[@luxecollective]

So glad you enjoy our videos, we appreciate it! ❤️

[@marycox2522]

Keep her forever

[@annalisavajda252]

Some people have disdain for fashion not realizing it's an art form the shows are theatrical there is photography genuine talent and product knowledge is required.

[@dorseylandria6119]

She's a cartoon character in real life.

[@luxecollective]

Kinda true ahahaha

[@rashidapittman8513]

Grace Mirabella didn’t “leave” she was fired.

[@howtoglowupfast]

this video made me like her alot more, expelled? fired? naughty? very refreshing. I just wanna see her as a redhead or brunette, Anna, if you're watching. pretty please. Also that first Vogue cover? I remember seeing it as a teen, its still so cool, iconic and modern.

[@anna-tn8mg]

I am just happy that our paths never crossed. I don't like monsters and in my simple mind there are more important things in life than fashion and fame. dr anna

[@user-cj2ff1be7t]

L love your voice

[@dolllover1982]

16:41 Edna Mode was inspired by constume designer Edith Head

[@mycroftholmes7863]

Looking for that Met gala video mentioned. Anybody?

[@bryanramirez4407]

I dont know where you are from... But I LOVE your accent. 💙

[@luxecollective]

the accent is scouse!

[@bjornjensen1309]

He's from the UK .Up North. Maybe around Birmingham. Or Liverpool.The UK is a small country but accents vary wildly sometimes in just miles for example Devon to Cornwall.

[@MR.AYRAL9]

Good video, but just a suggestion : the pace is too dry, bring little moments of silence, it will increase the comfort for the listener !

[@kay6692]

U are such a smart and talented individual, you should be hired at vogue as journalist

[@luxecollective]

I'll take the compliment thank you very much 😅

[@chardelraconner7324]

i miss you too versace poster

[@periscope7731]

Excellent video presentation. I am intrigued by this reporter’s charming, “Everyman” appeal, which might translate into some interesting digital fashion stories😊

[@luxecollective]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! ☺️

[@LoveFamke]

i feel like she is like dumbeldore i know her since birth and i don't think she ages and she will live longer then me like how old is she 180 `?? a REAL ICON

[@luxecollective]

She's like the queen

[@evelynramos445]

❤

[@KrispressonNails]

I look up to her she can be controversial, but that’s what makes her great be honest if she was a man, nobody would care I think she’s amazing what she does and I hope she keeps on doing it❤

[@PrinceMalachi7]

For the hip hop heads, The devil wears Prada is the inspiration behind Westside guns series Heather wears Hermes

[@ruthbobo218]

British Vogue is far better than American Vogue. Her MET Gala invite list has no panache.

[@user-dy5bi3fg7o]

Anna is telling the truth about the sunglasses.

[@user-dy5bi3fg7o]

You screwed up.

[@adetayomichaelakinyemi]

She failed upwards man, that’s some inspiration to us all!

[@Jopan471]

You’re from Liverpool

[@funnystuffonlylm8201]

Given such great background, having all the help you can get through your connections and sleeping with the right people, well, being successful is not that difficult, isn't it? I have never been crazy about fashion, nor ever understand what the fuss is all about, really, why is she so important? Otherwise, very good video.

[@johniii8147]

That's a big part of her story. She knew who how the play the game.

[@luxecollective]

She really did 👏🏼

[@mahnazshahveisi2983]

How can I contact Anna? Is there email? Can anyone guide me??🙏

[@user-cj4ry4is3h]

I like Anna...I wonder if she saw the AI version of the M.E.T or is it MET ? and if she liked it?. I watched a documentary about her, she's interesting.

[@rstomahawkty]

Her time is not up and it won't be until someone can match her power.

[@zsht]

All I heard was 'nepo baby'

[@chosen1294]

I think Anna did met and hook up with the Legend Bob a Marley he was a charmer

[@PrinceMalachi7]

I actually really enjoy The devil wears Prada

[@anna_m59]

She is successful, knowledgeable but cold.

[@sidhantkalia2556]

wait so she went into new publications and made them entirely shut down and moved to next jobs due to her connections? lmaoo

[@luxecollective]

She made use of her network VERY WELL

[@elizabethviverito3183]

"If it ain't broke, don't fix it!"

[@aanamali6065]

she boned Bob Marley , don't let that hairstyle and shades fool you.

[@laurenanderson5052]

The comments here are just sad. Just because you all lack the social skills to network, doesn't mean Anna doesn't deserve her success. Networking & putting yourself in front of the right people is just what you have to do in any industry. Yes some people have early access to that world, but if you were in that position you'd utilize that too. She still had to be damn good at her craft to be considered for the positions she got. And ofc no woman is ever allowed to enjoy her success without some weak narrative about "sleeping her way to the top". Like come on, she pioneered something a male dominated world didn't allow almost anyone. She persevered through setback after setback. As the vid explains, it wasn't an easy ride to the top- it took most of her life to get that one job. She has dedicated her entire life to this craft and that's how she has been successful. Don't project.

[@periscope7731]

Evidently her own siblings were gobsmacked at the trajectory of Anna’s career. Remember, she was a high school dropout. She had a knack for the new, and for predicting trends at an early age.

[@R_S747]

You can't exactly expect people to be thrilled about blatant nepotism

[@jjhaya]

I didn't know that fashion is a male-dominated world, the thing is also she has failures but her connections allow her to move on that easily, especially that example, when she made that magazine about home decor stopped publishing because of her choices, I mean you could say it's the company's fault for giving her full control but her control was the reason they got closed 😅.

[@ageeblue752]

as we need, radio film, tv n now the web, we do ned print as well n ms wintour shall stay where she is as long as she wants to stay.....variety S necessary....................

[@luxecollective]

So you don't think she'll be retiring anytime soon?

[@ageeblue752]

@@luxecollective lol..what do i know, i think Anna wouldnt care about my opinion......thank u boy

[@franciscocilloniz4216]

Chic, CHIC.- 🦌🦌

[@Wildflower922]

I had a lot of respect for her until this lol. Privileged and got her way to the top via rich boyfriends and a rich family. Seems like anyone can call the shots at the top if all you have to do to get there is be pretty and sleep with a bunch of different rich men.

[@luxecollective]

She definitely did have plenty of help but we can't deny that she also works hard. If she wanted to she could retire right now, right?

[@ijusthappenedtonotlikecorn8086]

Ah shucks, there i thought Edna Mode was inspired by japanese fashion designer, Rei Kawakubo

[@yuree222]

She should do it until she cannot anymore. LONG MAY SHE REIGN ‼️‼️

[@luxecollective]

Anna still at vogue like : 👵🏻

[@PhyllisFicarrotta-yg1om]

Sorry. The fashion industry is so elitist. Far too expensive for most of us to participate in. Those who are able to participate come across as entitled and phony. Let’s face it, they are not curing any cancer!!

[@thebrothaj]

i think edward enninful should be the heir apparent... of course he just got "wintoured" so time will tell.

[@luxecollective]

We will see 👀

[@periscope7731]

So sorry but I have to disagree. Yes, I believe that Mr Enninful is a talented stylist. However, I feel that a female should be editing a women’s fashion magazine. I’m not convinced that a man would have the same impact speaking to this demographic, no matter how much he claims to be the reincarnation of Diana Vreeland💁🏻‍♂️🌺

[@patrickpierce1635]

Sex gets you a LOT... I've never seen anyone fail upwards like Anna.

[@breznevolaso4090]

Sorry if this sound crude or yet crass- but, who would've thought that ANNA WINTOUR is a man eater.

[@luxecollective]

Oh she was the definition of a MAN EATER

[@mobstercrow7515]

Alright so all I have to do to become successful and famous is to date famous and successful people then break up with them when I get a good job.

[@BlackMagickMike]

Yeah. That racism... 👀👁👁 Summed up in 3 words. Andre. Leon. Tally.

[@ianbromley7218]

Click bait - nothing new here. A fan film like those made by students in junior school Lamentable

[@aleksandarp3388]

Nepo Baby

[@luxecollective]

Literally the definition of a nepo baby

[@mercypaez2596]

Tha wig Look's Bad Like Jean Caroll tha woman suing Donal Trump

[@tyu12381]

The tacky, ill-educated and socially awkward nouveau riche are buyers of designer clothes, while the old rich usually stay away from the flashy haute couture scene and settle for minimalism, tthe clothes they possess are few but of fine quality from some relatively unknown genius clothier. The emphasis is on unpretentiousness and understated elegance with high moral values, correct knowledge, sound education and classy mannerisms building their basis.

[@icedcat4021]

Do you really think that doing nothing for your life because your daddy's daddy's daddy owned Volkswagen is of higher moral standard than working hard to make money? Right..

[@Mean_Jean]

So the most powerful woman in fashion, got there by piggybacking on men

[@andronicemarinis1072]

Does she wear a wig? I'm sure she has wash and wear interchangeables.

[@Mitch-Alex]

It's always the same, the thickness/volume never changes with age, nor the highlights. It gives wig.

[@luxecollective]

I wouldn't be surprised

[@periscope7731]

@@Mitch-Alex Evidently she has her hair professionally shampooed, cut and styled at least once a day. Probably also before attending industry events or the theatre at night. Anna was an early client of The Philip Kingsley Trichological Clinic in London. She’s always been fanatical about maintaining the health of her hair and scalp. It takes a lot of money to look this glamorous and pulled together😎

[@odvf]

@@Mitch-Alex Lmao

[@Carducci1959]

Yes, of course, everything about Wintour is fake!

[@johannesbols57]

She has been Global Chief Content Officer of Condé Nast since 2020. So, right off the bat you're unprepared. Hard pass...

[@Dan-B]

Long story short: Nepotism

[@lepapercastle]

Yep. A lot of it.

[@jdblazzed1]

.

[@vanshagarwal9665]

Hey love ur vids pls pin

[@olegariocamara9308]

Did I hear it right? She was born in HAMSTER?

[@sonicthewerehog4047]

Hampshire?

[@user-fg4fr2bz5y]

She is the devil in the movie The Devil Wears Prada.👺

[@bourjoism3917]

Most powerful woman???the shady woman hiding behind her shady glasses…

[@luxecollective]

What woman is more powerful in the fashion industry?

[@bourjoism3917]

@@luxecollective Donatella Versace

[@theophany55]

Bumboi

[@ecm958]

Then why does she dress like that?

[@jeremyschneider360]

The saddest thing is her hair is so one dimensional and unflattering

[@luxecollective]

it's ICONIC

[@Panda-fp8tv]

She will never retire! Why? Because she lives and breath vogue in her vains …

[@hudaa.ebrahim532]

zero talent but with connections

[@albanomiranda70]

I don’t like her, time to leave

[@nowgrownup]

All he has done is look at Wikipedia..Any fool can go on Wikipedia and get the information..People on here in the comments are thick thanking this guy for information ..None of you herd of Wikipedia...

[@lepapercastle]

Having a bad life?

[@maryeliz8799]

When Wintour is ready, she needs to pass the baton to Kim Kardashian!

[@luxecollective]

Really?!

[@jerryhalma4065]

Not a very nice person!