- Teen Vogue to operate under Vogue’s digital platform, maintaining its youth-focused identity
- Editor-in-chief Versha Sharma departs amid organisational restructuring
- Staff layoffs spark criticism, raising concerns over political coverage for young audiences
Teen Vogue is merging with Vogue.com, a major shift that will see its editor-in-chief, Versha Sharma, depart after less than two years in the role.
The move is part of Condé Nast’s broader effort to streamline operations and extend Vogue’s digital reach, particularly among younger readers who have become crucial to the brand’s growth online.
Chloe Malle, Vogue’s head of editorial content, will oversee both Vogue and Teen Vogue. She said she plans to preserve Teen Vogue’s distinctive voice while aligning it more closely with Vogue’s broader digital strategy. Malle described herself as a long-time admirer of the title and said she was eager to champion its focus on youth culture and activism.
Teen Vogue will continue under its own name, concentrating on career development, cultural leadership and issues important to young audiences. Condé Nast says readers under 35 now make up more than half of Vogue’s social media and YouTube following.
Anna Wintour, Condé Nast’s global chief content officer and Vogue’s editorial director, praised Sharma’s leadership during a period of transition, highlighting her role in expanding the Teen Vogue Summit and strengthening the brand’s editorial impact.
But the reorganisation has come at a cost. Teen Vogue’s news and politics editor, Lex McMenamin, confirmed on social media that several political staffers had been laid off, leaving no political editors at the publication. Former Teen Vogue journalist Emily Bloch criticised the timing of the cuts – just a day before the New York mayoral election – as damaging to a publication known for its political engagement.
The merger follows similar consolidations at Condé Nast, including the integration of Vogue Business into Vogue’s main platform in October. The company says the changes will create a more unified and accessible experience for readers across its brands.
Sharma, who became Teen Vogue’s editor-in-chief in May 2023 after working at NowThis, had pledged to lead with empathy, accountability and optimism. Her departure marks another step in Teen Vogue’s transformation from a standalone digital magazine into part of the wider Vogue ecosystem.
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- https://www.thewrap.com/teen-vogue-editor-in-chief-versha-sharma-exits/ – Teen Vogue editor-in-chief Versha Sharma is set to depart as the brand merges with Vogue.com. Vogue’s editorial content head, Chloe Malle, will oversee both properties, though Teen Vogue will retain its name and mission. The move aims to broaden the brand’s reach, with younger audiences driving digital growth, comprising over half of Vogue’s social followers and YouTube audience. Anna Wintour, global chief content officer for Condé Nast, expressed gratitude for Sharma’s leadership and impact during her tenure. The consolidation follows Vogue Business’s integration into Vogue at the end of October.
- https://www.vogue.com/article/teen-vogue-is-joining-voguecom – Teen Vogue is merging with Vogue.com as part of a broader initiative to expand Vogue’s reach and unite its readership across various titles, Condé Nast announced. Chloe Malle, Vogue’s head of editorial content, will now oversee Teen Vogue. Editor-in-chief Versha Sharma will be leaving the company. Teen Vogue will focus its content on career development, cultural leadership, and other issues that matter most to young people. Vogue reports that young readers are driving digital growth for the site, accounting for more than half of its social followers and YouTube audience.
- https://www.businessoffashion.com/news/media/teen-vogue-merges-with-voguecom/ – Teen Vogue is merging with Vogue.com as part of a broader initiative to expand Vogue’s reach and unite its readership across various titles, Condé Nast announced. Chloe Malle, Vogue’s head of editorial content, will assume editorial control of the youth-centred imprint, while editor-in-chief Versha Sharma will exit Condé Nast. Teen Vogue will retain its distinct identity and mission, focusing on career development, cultural leadership, and other issues that matter most to young people.
- https://www.thewrap.com/teen-vogue-layoffs-politics-team-election-day-social-reactions/ – Teen Vogue’s restructuring includes the departure of editor-in-chief Versha Sharma and the integration of the brand into Vogue.com. The magazine’s news and politics editor, Lex McMenamin, was also laid off, stating that there would be no ‘political staffers’ left at the publication after the layoffs. The timing of the layoffs, just one day before the New York mayoral election, has drawn criticism, with former Teen Vogue reporter Emily Bloch describing it as ‘a knife in the back’ to a brand that has been significant for youth.
- https://fashionweekdaily.com/teen-vogue-is-being-folded-into-vogue-com/ – Teen Vogue is being integrated into Vogue.com, with editor-in-chief Versha Sharma departing and Vogue’s head of editorial content, Chloe Malle, overseeing both properties. The move aims to unify the reader experience across Vogue’s digital platforms. Teen Vogue will continue to report on cultural and career-focused topics, retaining its distinct editorial voice within the Vogue ecosystem.
- https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/363129/teen-vogue-taps-versha-sharma-as-editor.html – Versha Sharma has been named Teen Vogue’s editor-in-chief, starting May 24. She will lead the magazine’s editorial across all platforms. Prior to this, Sharma served as managing editor and senior correspondent at NowThis. Anna Wintour, global editorial director of Vogue, praised Sharma as a ‘natural leader with a global perspective and deep understanding of local trends and issues.’ Sharma expressed her commitment to making Teen Vogue a force for good, focusing on empathy, accountability, optimism, and impact.
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The narrative is fresh, with the earliest known publication date being November 3, 2025. The report is based on a press release from Condé Nast, which typically warrants a high freshness score. No discrepancies in figures, dates, or quotes were found. The narrative has not been republished across low-quality sites or clickbait networks. No earlier versions show different figures, dates, or quotes. The article includes updated data and does not recycle older material.
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10
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The quotes from Chloe Malle and Anna Wintour are unique to this report, with no identical matches found in earlier material. No variations in quote wording were noted. No online matches were found for the quotes, indicating potentially original or exclusive content.
Source reliability
Score:
10
Notes:
The narrative originates from TheWrap, a reputable entertainment news outlet. The report is based on a press release from Condé Nast, a reputable organisation. The individuals mentioned, including Versha Sharma, Chloe Malle, and Anna Wintour, are verifiable and have public profiles.
Plausability check
Score:
10
Notes:
The claims about Teen Vogue merging with Vogue.com and Versha Sharma’s departure are corroborated by multiple reputable sources, including Vogue’s official announcement. The timing of the layoffs, including the departure of Lex McMenamin, aligns with the reported restructuring. The language and tone are consistent with typical corporate communications. The structure focuses on relevant details without excessive or off-topic information.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
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Summary:
The narrative is fresh, original, and supported by reputable sources. The claims are plausible and corroborated by multiple outlets. No significant credibility risks were identified.
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