In 25 years editing British Vogue before stepping down on Wednesday, she has championed UK designers and challenged industry failings
The fashion industry has plenty of colourful characters but few real leaders. A leader is what Alexandra Shulman has been in UK fashion during her 25 years at the helm of British Vogue.
Shulman, who is stepping down from the role in June, has balanced tireless cheerleading for the fashion industry with being one of its sharpest inquisitors. She has used Vogue as a platform to champion the talent of British fashion designers such as Alexander McQueen and Christopher Kane, as well as photographers, stylists, makeup artists and writers.
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