Grace Coddington

Grace Coddington is one of fashion’s most enduring voices in styling and editorial storytelling. Born in 1941 on the Welsh island of Anglesey, she began her career as a model in London. After a car accident in her mid-twenties ended her modeling work, she transitioned to the creative side of the industry, joining British Vogue in the late 1960s. Over time she rose through the ranks, becoming known for her meticulous approach to visual storytelling and her ability to create images that combined fashion with narrative.

In 1988 she moved to New York to join American Vogue under Anna Wintour, where she helped define the magazine’s visual language for nearly three decades. Her editorials became known for their cinematic scale, expressive styling, and deep sense of character. In 2016 she stepped back from her full-time role as creative director to become creative-director at large, a move that allowed her to explore projects beyond the magazine.

Coddington’s style emphasizes strong imagery and an imaginative approach to fashion. Her collaborations with photographers such as Annie Leibovitz, Peter Lindbergh, and Craig McDean produced some of the most memorable stories in modern fashion history.

In recent years, she has continued to expand her creative pursuits, including a travel-inspired capsule collection with Louis Vuitton in 2025 and projects in ceramics and design. Known for her frank manner, distinctive red hair, and uncompromising eye, Grace Coddington remains a defining figure in fashion. Her work continues to influence generations of stylists, photographers, and editors who see fashion as a medium for storytelling.