Carine Roitfeld Leaves Vogue Paris

December 17, 2010 by J.T.

Vogue Paris editor in chief, Carine Roitfeld, has stepped down after ten years of service to concentrate on personal projects.

“It is impossible to overstate Carine’s powerful contribution to Vogue and to the fields of fashion and magazine publishing. Under her direction, Vogue Paris received record levels of circulation and advertising and editorial success” Jonathan Newhouse, CEO of Condé Nast International said in the official Vogue Paris Press Release “Vogue Paris has established itself as one of the most iconic magazines in the world, with huge influence in the field of fashion and photography.”

“Carine herself has become widely known as a beacon of style, fulfilling the role with charm and graciousness. She has become a giant in her profession” Jonathan Newhouse said. “Carine will be deeply missed. I am extremely grateful to her for what she has achieved.”

Carine Roitfeld will leave the magazine in January, an announcement about her replacement will be made in the coming weeks. Figaro’s Virginie Mouzat name is floating here and there …

Aliona Doletskaya editor in chief of Vogue Russia also decided to step down in July 2010.

See the official Vogue Paris Press Release Below: