Meet British Vogue's Trailblazing New Head of Editorial Content

Rihanna, Erykah badu, Cara Delevingne have featured in Chioma Nnadi's recent cover stories

Chioma Nnadi is a born and raised Londoner, a 51-year-old fashion journalist of Nigerian and Swiss-German descent who has been making waves in the fashion industry. Nnadi was born to a Nigerian father who arrived in the UK during the 1960s to study and a mother who worked as a nurse. She spent her childhood in central London. She loved fashion from an early age and began her professional journey by working for independent publications like The Fader and Trace before joining The Evening Standard.

In 2010, Nnadi relocated to New York to pursue her fashion journalism career and became a part of the Vogue team as a fashion writer.In 2020 she became the editor of the US Vogue website. She credits her father who played a significant role in igniting her love for fashion.

In a historic moment for the fashion world, Nnadi replaces Edward Enninful and is set to take the helm as the head of editorial content at British Vogue. During his six-year tenure Enninful made history as the first male black editor . While he brought his stylistic expertise, Nnadi is a seasoned writer and editor who is set to infuse the publication with a fresh and unique perspective.

Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour commended Nnadi for her outstanding reputation. She has received a warm welcome from the fashion industry and enthusiasts. Success is anticipated due to her outstanding performance history. Currently, she continues to serve as the editor of the Vogue US website and is the co-host of The Run-Through, Vogue’s podcast. Her new role officially commences on October 9th 2023.

The passion she has for vintage and resale items could introduce a fresh sustainable element to the publication. Her appointment is a milestone in Vogue's history, as she becomes the first Black female editor to lead the publication with the distinguished title of head of editorial content.

Nnadi’s impressive career journey has positioned her at the forefront of fashion journalism. Her innovative approach to digital storytelling and keeping Vogue interactive with readers promises to usher in a new era of creativity at Vogue.