16 Ways Grace Coddington Has Made Her Mark on the Fashion Industry
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You can always spot Grace Coddington from a mile away at Fashion Week. Yes, that has something to do with her bright orange hair, a 'do that complements every outfit she wears. But the 74-year-old industry icon can also be recognized for her signature uniform: well-tailored separates, usually in black and white, that are completely functional for doing her job.
After 20 years as creative director at American Vogue, working alongside Editor in Chief Anna Wintour, she recently stepped down and is now taking on a new role: Tiffany & Co.'s first outside creative partner. And while many details on the company's Fall campaign are still unknown, Grace was the one who styled it and tapped some celebrity talent.
"Tiffany — and its famed Blue Box — has always held special meaning for me," the fashion icon told WWD. "To me, this is not just an ad campaign, but an opportunity to portray a legendary house of luxury through modern portraits of uniquely talented subjects. Each perfectly reflects, in her own way, Tiffany's most iconic collections."
But who is the woman the internet's currently buzzing about? Get to know a few tidbits about Grace — who began her modeling career in 1959, has design experience at Calvin Klein, and has styled some of the most iconic photo spreads in history — then follow her on Instagram. Immediately!
Tiffany & Co. Hired Her as Its New Creative Partner
After Grace stepped down from Vogue, the jewelry company took her on board, asking her to style and bring in celebrity talent for its Fall campaign, which will make its debut in the September issues of fashion, luxury, travel, and lifestyle publications.
She Channeled Last Year's Met Gala Theme in a Pair of PJs
The Michael Kors Spy pajamas to be exact.
. . . Then She Wore Them to the Airport Like It Was NBD
You'll Always Find Her Taking Notes and Sketching at Runway Shows
She's Had Countless Achievements at American Vogue
Though she got her start as a fashion editor at British Vogue!
She Maintains That a Uniform Is Key When It Comes to Street Style
Grace sticks to the basics: well-crafted black and white separates and flats!
She's Good Friends With the Most Iconic Models and Industry Insiders
Anna Wintour, Grace Coddington, and Kendall Jenner sat front row at Calvin Klein's Spring '16 runway show.
She L-O-V-E-S Her Cats
And who doesn't love a chic cat lady?
She Even Let UberKittens Into the Vogue Office
She's Been Friends With Vogue Editor in Chief Anna Wintour For a Long Time
And the Duo Has Quite the Eye For Fashion
She Proves the Coolest Girls Wear Sneakers
We're pretty sure she owns these slip-ons in every color.
She Pulled a Bold Move by Joining Instagram With a Nude Self-Portrait
But She Kept Up With Her Signature Sketches Anyway
Seriously, coolest Instagram feed ever.
Grace Shares Gorgeous (and Hilarious) BTS Shots When She's on Set
She Wrote Two Books
Grace: A Memoir and Thirty Years of Fashion at Vogue are both must reads. Spoiler: they both have bright orange covers.