Pip Edwards and Zoë Foster Blake celebrate Christine Centenera becoming Vogue Australia editor
Sydney’s fashion elite gathered to celebrate Vogue Australia’s new editor-in-chief, Christine Centenera, at a lavish party at Bondi Icebergs on Tuesday night.
Christine, who was previously the magazine’s fashion director, was officially promoted to the top role this week, replacing Edwina McCann.
The exclusive event featured an all-star guest list, including PE Nation founder Pip Edwards, beauty guru Zoë Foster Blake, actress Nicole Kidman and her husband, country musician Keith Urban.
Sydney’s fashion elite gathered to celebrate Vogue Australia’s new editor-in-chief, Christine Centenera, at a lavish party at Bondi Icebergs on Tuesday night. (Pictured from left to right: Nicole Warne, Christine Centenera, Zoë Foster Blake and Pip Edwards)
Other high-profile guests included Lisa Wipfli, the wife of Nova radio host Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli, influencer Nicole Warne and fashion designer Dion Lee.
Pip shared a gallery of photos from the party on Instagram along with a gushing tribute to her longtime friend.
“Congratulations to one of the most talented, passionate and hard-working friends I know, Christine Centenera, on her exceptional appointment as Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Australia,” said the sportswear designer.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban (center, sitting on the couch) were seen at the exclusive event, which was held at Bondi Icebergs restaurant.
PE Nation founder Pip Edwards (left) shared a gallery of photos from the party on Instagram along with a gushing tribute to her friend Christine (right).
“We have watched you in amazement for over 20 years and we love watching you fly. You deserve this position tenfold. Nothing but love.’
Christine went for a classic look, rocking an off-the-shoulder black maxi dress and red lipstick.
Pip turned heads in a bold shirt from Acne Studios valued at $660 and a pair of $500 flared pants from Jean Paul Gaultier.
“Congratulations to one of the most talented, passionate and hard-working friends I know on his exceptional appointment as Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Australia,” said Pip.
Zoë also praised Christine, sharing a photo of the couple posing arm in arm.
‘Celebrating THIS woman’s new role as Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Australia!’ the Go-To skincare founder wrote on Instagram.
She then posed for a photo with her best friend Lisa, who was also dressed in black, writing in the caption, “So serious (and wearing black because it’s a Vogue event).”
Zoë Foster Blake also praised Christine, sharing this photo of the couple posing arm in arm.
The Go-To skincare founder then posed for a photo with her friend Lisa, who was also dressed in black, writing in the caption: “So serious (and dressed in black because it’s a Vogue event )”.
Christine, who also has her own Wardrobe.NYC label, has worked for Vogue Australia since 2012.
The mother-of-two will continue to report to McCann, who has been promoted to managing editor and editor of Vogue Australia.
Its first issue will be March 2023, with the red carpet set to change the title.
Pip posed with other guests at the swanky society party, including designer Dion Lee (right)
“After more than 10 years of editing the magazine, I am delighted that Christine has agreed to expand her role and I look forward to seeing the next chapter in Vogue Australia’s rich history,” McCann said. the daily telegraph on Tuesday.
‘We have worked together for over 13 years and Christine is my natural choice to succeed me in this role.
“While I will continue as managing editor and publisher of the magazine, this move will allow me to focus on our successful and growing Prestige publishing business at News Corp Australia, which also includes titles from Conde Nast, GQ Australia and Vogue Living.”
Christine is best known for styling many A-list celebrities, including Naomi Campbell, Kim Kardashian (pictured), Giselle, Hailey Bieber, and Gigi Hadid.
She will continue to report to former editor-in-chief Edwina McCann (left), who has been promoted to managing editor and editor.
Christine, who will continue to work in Australia, the UK and the US, added: “I love being so close to the amazing photographers and people we work with on the pages, wherever we are in the world.”
‘Wherever I go, people love Australia and I’m proud to be an Australian abroad.
“I am excited to take on this new role and will work to bring fresh creativity to the covers of Vogue Australia and on every page of the magazine, championing and advancing inspirational design and exceptional fashion in Australia and internationally; celebrate interesting people, their achievements, and ideas with compassion, intelligence, and humor; and, naturally, exploring the genre and always defending diversity and originality.’
Christine is best known for styling many A-list celebrities, including Naomi Campbell, Kim Kardashian, Giselle, Hailey Bieber, and Gigi Hadid.
Christine is the mother of twins with her partner Joel Edgerton (pictured February 2019)