Joe McKenna
- Born: United Kingdom
- Nationality: British
- Notable Works and Collaborations: Defined the visual identity of the 1990s through campaigns for Calvin Klein; worked on magazine editorials for publications such as Vogue (US & France), W, i-D, Vanity Fair; styled campaigns for brands including Versace, Jil Sander, Miu Miu, Balmain and Giorgio Armani; published his own magazine Joe’s and made a documentary on Azzedine Alaïa.
- Signature Style or Philosophy: Emphasis on clean proportion, minimalism and simplicity; he sees the photographer as the ultimate author of an image and focuses on dressing a “character” in the photograph rather than making overt statements about culture.
Joe McKenna is a British fashion stylist whose influence spans several decades of editorial and campaign work. Early in his career he made his mark with collaborations at Calvin Klein and Calvin Klein Jeans, projects that helped define the visual identity of 1990s fashion. His work has appeared in major publications including U.S. Vogue, French Vogue, W, i-D, and Vanity Fair.
As his career progressed, McKenna served as fashion director-at-large at The New York Times’ style magazine T Magazine, where he guided its visual direction and styling across key features. He has styled campaigns for a range of luxury brands including Versace, Miu Miu, Jil Sander, Balmain, and Giorgio Armani, and has worked closely with Azzedine Alaïa, later directing a documentary film about the designer.
In recent years McKenna has focused on selective brand collaborations and advisory projects, while continuing his editorial work. In 2025 he signed with MA+ Talent for worldwide representation. His body of work reflects a commitment to clarity, proportion, and simplicity, qualities that continue to define his contribution to contemporary fashion.
