Snow, Carmel, 1890-1961 (1887 August 21-1961 May 7)

Dates

• Existence: 1887 August 21-1961 May 7

Biography

Carmel Snow was the editor-in-chief of Harper's Bazaar from 1934 to 1958. Born in Dublin, Ireland, Snow began her career as a fashion editor at Vogue. Snow's work at Harper's Bazaar lead to the introduction of many famous photographers and designers.

After retiring in 1957 at the age of 70, she became the chairperson of the editorial board. With Mary Louise Aswell, she wrote her autobiography, entitled "The World of Carmel Snow." It was published in 1962 by McGraw-Hill Book Co..

Functions

• Awards: 1941 Neimano-Marcus Award 1949 French Legion of Honor 1954 Italian Star of Solidarity

Occupations

• Assistant
  • Note: Fox & Co.
    American Vogue (1921-1929)
• Editor
  • Note: American Vogue (1929-1932)
• Editor-in-Chief
  • Note: Harper's Bazaar (1932-1957)
• Fashion Editor
  • Note: Harper's Bazaar (1932-1957)

Places

• Dublin, Ireland

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