“Ben has delivered great substance and style with the last five issues of the leading fashion bi-annual. We are delighted that Ben has agreed to continue working in a contributor role, and wish him all good things as he embarks on the next phase of his life - Ben has always been someone for whom one career would never be enough. Luke Day is known for his creativity – readers will have been inspired by his fashion shoots in past issues - and he will mastermind the continued dominance of the magazine,” commented Dylan Jones.
Ben Reardon remarked “GQ Style has further established its position as the definitive intelligent guide to fashion under my editorship, with strongly themed and cohesive fashion and features. My ambition to deliver the one-stop style bible, during the most dynamic period seen in men’s fashion for decades, has been hugely enjoyable. Now the time is right to build on my experiences here and elsewhere in publishing to pursue the next exciting phase in my portfolio career.”
“I’m tremendously pleased to have the opportunity to continue the creation of the ultimate style bible with even greater involvement, and look forward to interpreting the sartorial interests and passions of the 21st century man,” added Luke Day.
Vanessa Kingori, Publisher of GQ Style, said “Ben steps down as the biggest issue to date hits the newsstand. Advertising revenue has exceeded our already high expectations with close to 10% increase on Autumn winter 2012 and outperforming our launch issue, the previous benchmark for commercial success. We have elevated the advertiser mix with some great new fashion brands on board, including Bottega Veneta, Berluti, Moncler, Kent & Curwen, Rag and Bone, and Mulberry. Working with Ben has been thoroughly enjoyable. Luke and I have now formulated fresh plans to further establish GQ Style as the ultimate men’s style biannual.”
The upcoming Autumn/Winter issue will be on newsstand 12th September.
