Vogue Australia
Vogue Australia is the Australian edition of Vogue magazine.[1] Prior to becoming a stand-alone edition, the Australian edition operated as a supplement to British Vogue from 1952.[2][3] The magazine is published by News Corp under a licence from Condé Nast. HistoryBeginnings and success (1952–1989)In 1952, Rosemary Cooper editor of the British Vogue Export Book visited Australia and so impressed by the fashions suggested the launch of a supplement for the country, that then launched the same year.[4][5] Cooper edited the supplement and later the other commonwealth supplements of Vogue for New Zealand and South Africa.[5] Vogue Australia launched with a Spring/Summer issue in 1959 featuring the Tania Mallet photographed by Norman Parkinson.[6] The magazine was published by Condé Nast, this was until 1972 when it became licensed under Bernard Leser Publications.[7] Condé Nast started publishing the magazine again in 1989.[7] In 1971 Eve Harman (sister of Ilsa and John Konrads) was appointed editor-in-chief, she had been working at the magazine since 1961.[8] By 1980 Vogue Australia had a similar circulation to Vogue Paris and Vogue Italia which both operated in larger markets than the Australian edition. Vogue Australia also had the highest sales compared to population of any Vogue worldwide.[8] Under Marion Hume and Juliet Ashworth (1997–1999)Marion Hume was the magazine's editor for only an 18 month period, during this time the magazines circulation dropped and Hume was sacked and replaced.[9] In 1998 Juliet Ashworth was appointed editor-in-chief replacing Hume, previously editor-in-chief of Woman's Day her appointment was seen as Vogue Australia going downmarket in order to increase its declining circulation.[10] Ashworth's first cover featured Patrick Rafter and Lara Feltham. Under Kirstie Clements (1999–2012)Condé Nast pulled out of the Australian market in 2002, with this the magazine became licensed under the Federal Publishing Company.[7][11] However in 2006 News Ltd. purchased Federal Publishing Companys magazines for $180 million (AUD) with this the magazine became part of News Ltd.[12] The magazine's December 2003 issue was guest-edited by fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld,[13] this was the first magazine to be guest edited by Lagerfeld and featured Eva Herzigová on the cover. For the December 2004 issue, Princess Mary of Denmark was photographed for the cover.[14] In May 2012 Clements was fired from her role as editor-in-chief of Vogue Australia.[15] Under Edwina McCann (2012–2023)Vogue Australia celebrated its 60th anniversary issue in December 2019 with Edward Enninful and British Vogue.[16] Under Christine Centenera (2023–present)Christine Centenera was appointed Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Australia in late 2022.[17] Centenera previously worked as fashion director of Harper's Bazaar Australia and since 2012 had been fashion director of Vogue Australia.[17][18] Her first issue was March 2023 and featured Hailey Bieber on the magazines cover.[19][20] FeaturesIndigenous Australian representationElaine George became the first Indigenous Australian model to feature on the cover of any edition of Vogue with her September 1993 Vogue Australia cover.[21][22][23] Regarding her historic cover, George stated "I wanted to make sure I represented my people in the best way […] it was like bringing the rest of Australia on a journey. I had that opportunity to make way for the next young Aboriginal model".[24] In June 2010, 17 years after George, Dunghutti model Samantha Harris became the second Indigenous Australian model to feature on the cover of Vogue Australia.[25][26] This was followed by Awabakal model Charlee Frasers' cover in April 2018.[27] Vogue Australia has featured the work of Indigenous artists and designers. The 60th Anniversary issue in December 2019 featured Yolngu model Maminydjama (Magnolia) Maymuru and artist Maree Clarke, among others.[28] On the theme of "hope", for the September 2020 cover, during the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia, Vogue Australia worked with the National Gallery of Australia to commission artist Betty Muffler, an Aṉangu Pitjantjatjara woman and Ngangkaṟi (spiritual healer) from remote South Australia, to bring hope and healing with her artwork Ngangkari Ngura (Healing Country).[24][29] Of the cover, Muffler said, "Through my paintings you can see my Ngangkari work: watching over people and also looking after Country. My Country. This place is very important – we all need to look after each other and respect our home".[30][31] Healthy body initiativeMay 2013 marked the first anniversary of a healthy body initiative that was signed by the magazine's international editors—the initiative represents a commitment from the editors to promote positive body images within the content of Vogue's numerous editions. Vogue Australia editor Edwina McCann explained:
The Australian edition's June 2013 issue was entitled Vogue Australia: "The Body Issue" and featured articles on exercise and nutrition, as well as a diverse range of models. New York-based Australian plus-size model Robyn Lawley, previously featured on the cover of Vogue Italia, also appeared in a swimwear shoot for the June issue.[32] Jonathan Newhouse, Condé Nast International chairman, stated that "Vogue editors around the world want the magazines to reflect their commitment to the health of the models who appear on the pages and the wellbeing of their readers."[33] Alexandra Shulman, one of the magazine's editors, commented on the initiative by stating, "As one of the fashion industry's most powerful voices, Vogue has a unique opportunity to engage with relevant issues where we feel we can make a difference."[33] Other editionsVogue Living (1967–present)Launched in 1967 originally as Vogue's Guide to Living.[34] From 1970 it was published as Vogue Living. In 1999 the magazines circulation was increased from bimonthly to monthly but later returned to the bimonthly schedule.[10]
Men Vogue (1976–1977)The magazine ceased publication in November 1977.[39] SupplementsAustralian Vogue occasionally publishes supplements: Vogue Business Australia, Vogue Man Australia, and Vogue Fashion Week Australia. Editors
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