| Edward Enninful Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 9 in |
| Weight | 83 kg |
| Date of Birth | February 22, 1972 |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Spouse | Alec Maxwell |
Edward Enninful is an English creative director and former model of Ghanaian-descent who has revolutionized the fashion industry in his role as the editor-in-chief of British Vogue (2017-2023) by adopting a more bold and inclusive approach to fashion.
Born Name
Edward Kobina Enninful
Nick Name
Edward
Sun Sign
Pisces
Born Place
Ghana
Nationality
Education
Edward is an alumnus of Goldsmiths, University of London.
Occupation
Former Model, Creative Director
Family
- Father – Major Crosby Enninful
- Mother – Grace Enninful
- Siblings – He has 5 siblings.
Build
Average
Height
5 ft 9 in or 175 cm
Weight
83 kg or 183 lbs
Boyfriend / Spouse
Edward has dated –
- Alec Maxwell – He and his long-term partner Alec Maxwell tied the knot on February 22, 2022, on the occasion of Edward’s 50th birthday, at the exquisite Longleat House in Wiltshire.
Race / Ethnicity
Black
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Gay
Distinctive Features
He is bald.
Brand Endorsements
He has endorsed several brands such as –
- Pepe Jeans
- Chanel
- Alaïa
- Prada
- Mugler
- Cartier
- Balmain
- Louis Vuitton
- Uniqlo
- Cos
- Tom Ford
- Church’s
- Justine Clenquet
- Zegna
- Rolex
Edward Enninful Facts
- In April 2017, he became the first editor-in-chief of British Vogue of African descent.
- In 1991, Edward stepped into the role of fashion director at i-D Magazine at the age of 18. In doing so, he became the youngest fashion director to take charge of an international publication.
- In July 2008, he spearheaded the ‘Black Issue’ for Italian Vogue featuring models Naomi Campbell, Liya Kebede, Jourdan Dunn, and Sessilee Lopez. The issue became a watershed moment in fashion and quickly sold out in a span of 72 hours, prompting the publisher Condé Nast to reprint 40,000 additional copies.
- Edward released his memoir titled A Visible Man in September 2022.
- He is a pet dad to a Boston Terrier named Ru Enninful.
- In June 2011, Edward styled the widely-praised ‘Belle Vere’ cover editorial for Italian Vogue which featured plus-size models like Candice Huffine, Tara Lynn, and Robyn Lawley.
- In 2014, he was awarded the title of ‘Fashion Creator of the Year’ by the British Fashion Council (BFC).
- In June 2023, it was revealed that Edward was stepping down as editor-in-chief of British Vogue.
Featured Image by Edward Enninful / Instagram
