Grace Coddington Discusses New Book 'Grace: Now' and Fashion's Shift from Fantasy on Vogue Podcast

Grace Coddington, the former creative director of Vogue US, recently chatted with host Chloe on the podcast The Run-Through about her new book, Grace: Now. This collection showcases her favorite fashion photos from the past decade. Coddington, who began her journey at British Vogue in 1968 and spent nearly thirty years at Vogue US, explained her process for creating the book, which involved printing images, arranging them on boards, and making a dummy version, a technique she learned at Vogue's art department. The book opens with a heartfelt dedication to her late friend Michael Roberts, marking her first major project without him in years. She also discussed how fashion has changed since the 2009 documentary The September Issue, noting the growing extravagance of shows and clothes, while magazines seem to lag behind. Coddington stated, "It feels excessive given the world's current state." She pointed out that the photos in Grace: Now are more documentary-style than whimsical, reflecting the seriousness of life today. However, she still finds inspiration in designers, particularly Prada. You can catch the full conversation on The Run-Through podcast.