Glenda Bailey Interview, 2010 July 27, 2010 July 27
Scope and Contents
Glenda Bailey, former Editor-in-Chief of Harper’s Bazaar, is interviewed by Karen Trivette in correspondence with the oral history series on the history of the fashion and beauty industries. Bailey shares how her education decisions prepared her for her career, and how it blossomed into a job she loves. She explains the skills it takes to become an Editor-in-Chief, her visions for Harper's Bazaar long-term future, her passion for fashion, and more.
Dates
- Creation: 2010 July 27
Creator
- Bailey, Glenda (1958 November 16-) (Person)
- Trivette, Karen Jamison (Person)
Language of Materials
English Latin
Conditions Governing Access
Recording is available onsite only.
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Biographical / Historical
Glenda Bailey was born in Derby, England and after enduring childhood polio, she studied fashion design at Kingston University. In 1988, she was appointment the editor of a the newly launched UK edition of Marie Claire, where she served in this capacity until 1996 when she was appointed editor-in-chief of Marie Claire US. In 2001, Bailey left Marie Claire to become the editor-in-chief of Harper's Bazaar, a role she held until January of 2020.
In 2012, Bailey received the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres from the French government and in 2019, was made a Dame Commander of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II.
Biographical / Historical
Karen Trivette is the Head of the Special Collections and FIT Archive at Fashion Institute of Technology.
Full Extent
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Physical Description
1 MiniDV, 1 DVD and digital files
General
Glenda Bailey was born in Derby, England and after enduring childhood polio, she studied fashion design at Kingston University. In 1988, she was appointment the editor of a the newly launched UK edition of Marie Claire, where she served in this capacity until 1996 when she was appointed editor-in-chief of Marie Claire US. In 2001, Bailey left Marie Claire to become the editor-in-chief of Harper's Bazaar, a role she held until January of 2020.
In 2012, Bailey received the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres from the French government and in 2019, was made a Dame Commander of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II.
General
Karen Trivette is the Head of the Special Collections and FIT Archive at Fashion Institute of Technology.
General
Published
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and FIT Archive Repository