Nina Garcia
Nina Garcia is the editor-in-chief of Elle Magazine and the judge of Project Runway since 2004.
Journalist
May 3, 1956
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Nina Garcia, a Colombian-American fashion journalist, is well-known for her role as a judge on the television show Project Runway since its inception in 2004 and as the editor-in-chief of Elle magazine. She has written for various publications, including Marie Claire and Vogue, authored four fashion books, and served as a mentor on the show Under the Gunn. Garcia has received numerous accolades for her contributions to the fashion industry, such as the Fashion Group International’s Media Award and the Council of Fashion Designers of America’s Board of Director’s Special Tribute Award.
Starting her career in fashion journalism at Marc Jacobs, Garcia later worked at Mirabella before joining Elle as Fashion Director in 2000. She held this position until April 2008, after which she became Editor-at-Large and eventually editor-in-chief of the magazine. Garcia is also a prominent figure on social media with a substantial following.
Over the years, Garcia has remained actively involved in the fashion industry and has continued to be a prominent media figure. She has been recognized as one of USA TODAY’s Women of the Year and has made appearances on shows like Good Morning America. Her expertise and influence in the fashion world have solidified her status as a respected journalist and style expert.