India, Sept. 2 -- Chloe Malle will become the top editor at American Vogue after Anna Wintour stepped aside. The 39-year-old has worked at the magazine for 14 years, rising through the ranks from social editor to the helm of Vogue.com and hosting the podcast The Run Through.

Malle's appointment marks a turning point for one of fashion's most iconic publications. Anna, the British-born editor-in-chief, announced in June that she would step down after 37 years in charge. She will, however, retain senior roles at Conde Nast, Vogue's publisher.

In a statement, Malle said she had worked across every platform during her time at Vogue. "Vogue has already shaped who I am, now I'm excited at the prospect of shaping Vogue," she said. Wintour prai...