Whitney Robinson Steps Down as Elle Decor EIC, Stellene Volandes Named Editorial Director

While there is still no word on who will succeed Glenda Bailey as editor in chief of Harper’s Bazaar, Hearst executives just revealed some big changes at Elle Decor. Editor in chief Whitney Robinson has decided to step down and Stellene Volandes has been named editorial director of Elle Decor, expanding her role as editor in chief of Town & Country. In this newly created position, Volandes will have oversight of editorial content and strategy across all platforms of the lifestyle brand. Volandes will also add Town & Country digital content to her purview, with the promotion of Elizabeth Angell from digital director to executive editor, digital of Town & Country. A successor for Robinson will be named shortly, reporting to Vollandes. Robinson will focus on both his design consulting business, DW NorthStar, and the launch of the Council of Interior Designers of America. He will also serve as a contributing editor, special projects for Elle Decor. “Town & Country is a party you don’t want to miss, and that’s due to Stellene’s deft leadership,” said Hearst Magazines chief content officer Kate Lewis. “She has transformed T&C into the smart read for a culturally influential and aspirational audience. Always creative on all platforms, Stellene

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