Inside the World of Anna Wintour: Insights from Former Assistants
The 2006 film The Devil Wears Prada, starring Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep, was inspired by the life and career of Anna Wintour, the former editor-in-chief of Vogue. As the release of the movie's sequel approaches, some of Wintour's former assistants are sharing insights into what it was like to work for her. Marley Marius, one of Wintour's former assistants, received advice to show personality during her interview. She was given a 21-page handbook and learned that Wintour starts her day early and is usually one of the first in the office. Despite the initial expectation of wearing heels, Marius found it impractical due to the fast-paced nature of the job, which sometimes involved running.
Wintour's assistants revealed that she does not like to be kept waiting and would often leave handwritten notes that were challenging to decipher. The assistants had to adapt to Wintour's high expectations and fast-paced work environment. Despite the challenges, working for Wintour provided valuable experience and insights into the fashion industry. The assistants' accounts shed light on the demanding yet rewarding nature of working for a prominent figure like Anna Wintour.