Glamour (magazine)

Glamour, which styles its name in all capital letters and was originally called Glamour of Hollywood, is an American digital magazine focused on women's fashion, beauty, wellness, and entertainment. Its headquarters are at One World Trade Center in New York City's Financial District, and it is published by Condé Nast. The publication started in 1939 as a guide to "the Hollywood way to Fashion, Beauty, and Charm." In 1943, it rebranded with the subtitle "for the girl with the job," later becoming known as a progressive women's magazine. The print edition was suspended in January 2019, and the title now exists only on digital platforms.

The first international edition, Glamour Paris (now defunct), launched in 1988. As of 2026, there are six international editions, with only one published directly by Condé Nast; the other five operate under license. In April 2026, Condé Nast laid off most of the remaining U.S. editorial staff, including editor-in-chief Samantha Barry, and confirmed the brand would shift to fashion-related shopping articles, generating revenue through display ads and affiliate marketing.

Glamour was launched in 1939 and published monthly until 2017, when it introduced a combined July/August issue. It ceased print publication in January 2019 but continues digitally. Condé Nast has been its publisher since the beginning.

In August 1943, the magazine changed its name to simply Glamour, with the subtitle "for the girl with the job." It was printed in a larger format than many contemporary magazines. Charm, a Street & Smith publication launched in 1941 with the subtitle "the magazine for women who work," was folded into Glamour in 1959. Glamour became the first women's magazine to feature an African-American cover girl when Katiti Kironde appeared on the cover of its college issue in August 1968. Since 1990, the magazine has held an annual "Woman of the Year" awards ceremony. On January 8, 2018, Samantha Barry, previously CNN's Head of Social Media and Emerging Media, was announced as the new editor-in-chief. In November 2018, Glamour announced its print edition would end with the January 2019 issue to focus on digital. In 2023, the magazine featured Logan Brown, a pregnant transgender man, on its cover.

Each autumn, Glamour hosts the "Glamour Women of the Year Awards," honoring women in the public eye. In 2007, golfer Lorena Ochoa won. In 2008, the award went to two Yemenis: 10-year-old divorcee Nujood Ali and the lawyer who handled her case. Nujood's courage was praised at the ceremony by prominent attendees, including Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice.

Beginning in 1957, the magazine selected a top ten list of outstanding college women nationwide. Originally, the list featured the best dressed college juniors in America, but later shifted to criteria like academic achievement, community service, and career goals. Hundreds of college juniors apply each year. Past winners and finalists include Martha Stewart, Diane Sawyer, and Swati Mia Saini.

International editions include: Glamour Italia (1976–2019), Glamour Paris (1988–1995 and 2004–2020), Glamour México y Latinoamérica (1998–2026), Glamour UK (since 2001), Glamour Deutsch (2001–2026), Glamour España (2002–2026), Glamour Polska (since 2003), Glamour Hungary (since 2004), Glamour South Africa (since 2004), Glamour Russia (2004–2022), Glamour Netherlands (2005–2021), Glamour Sweden (2005–2010), Glamour Romania (2006–2024), Glamour Bulgaria (since 2009), Glamour Brasil (since 2012), Glamour Ísland (2015–2018), Glamour Turkiye (2016), Glamour Australia (since 2026), and Glamour Greece (ceased 2012). The UK edition launched in April 2001, pioneering the "handbag size" format with the tagline "fits in your life as well as your handbag." Each September, it held "National Glamour Week," featuring extra coupons and competitions. In 2016, Glamour UK launched the Glamour Beauty Festival, an off-page event with demonstrations, treatments, and speakers. From its launch until the final traditional issue in November 2017, the UK edition was edited by Jo Elvin, with Michelle Pamment serving briefly as acting editor in 2005. In June 2009, Glamour.com posted a gallery of every UK cover since launch. In October 2017, due to declining sales, the monthly UK edition ended, becoming a semi-annual publication. In November 2017, Deborah Joseph was appointed Chief Content Officer of Glamour UK. The Italian edition launched in December 1976 as Lei (She), officially renamed Glamour in 1992. The Russian edition began in 2004 and was published monthly. In April 2026, the magazine announced its German, Spanish, and Mexican editions would cease.

Content from the Condé Nast magazine Lucky, which offered fashion and shopping advice, was periodically included on the Glamour website. After Lucky ceased operations in 2015, the website continued featuring shopping tips under a section titled "Lucky Magazine."