Iconic French media brand delivering a sophisticated, spirited perspective on fashion, beauty, and global culture.
ORIGIN
France
PRICE TIER
contemporary
Founded in Paris in 1945 by Hélène Gordon-Lazareff, ELLE began with a revolutionary vision: a magazine created by a woman for women, designed to “open women’s appetites.” Launched in the aftermath of World War II, it quickly democratized fashion by making style accessible and relevant to a broad audience, from factory workers to manufacturers' wives. The name, French for “she,” encapsulates its mission to champion women’s empowerment, a cause its founder passionately supported alongside fashion and lifestyle content. Today, ELLE is the world's largest fashion media brand, with dozens of international editions and a massive digital presence that reaches millions globally.