Best Way to Get Featured in Vanity Fair (2026): Earned Coverage and Honest Alternatives
Vanity Fair is one of the hardest titles to get into. It cannot be bought through our network, and we will not pretend otherwise. Here is how coverage really happens, and the guaranteed titles that can sit alongside it.
Can you pay to be in Vanity Fair?
Not through us. Vanity Fair is not in our publication network, so we cannot guarantee a feature, a mention or a party invitation. Its coverage is chosen by its editors.
A warning about Vanity Fair offers
If someone promises a guaranteed editorial feature in Vanity Fair for a fee, ask for proof of past placements and the exact page they will appear on.
Paid advertising with Condé Nast is a real option for large brands, but it is clearly an advert, not an editorial feature.
Vanity Fair at a glance
| Publisher | Condé Nast |
|---|---|
| First run | 1913 to 1936, then merged into Vogue |
| Relaunched | 1983 |
| Best-known editors | Tina Brown (1984–1992), Graydon Carter (1992–2017), Radhika Jones (2017–2025) |
| Current editor | Mark Guiducci, since 2025 |
| Oscar party | Held since 1994 |
Source: Vanity Fair (magazine).
Vanity Fair around the world
None of these editions is in our network. Each has its own editors.
How people get on Vanity Fair’s radar
Vanity Fair covers culture, Hollywood, politics, business and society. These routes tend to lead there.
Titles you can book instead
Each is in our network. Features are agreed in writing, approved by you, and live within 14 days of approval or a 100% refund.
Titles available through our network, not a list of past clients. Terms confirmed in writing before you book.
Three example prestige campaigns
A British independent film company
“The small British studio behind this year’s festival favourite”
- Route: The Hollywood Reporter and Variety, then earned pitching.
- Angle: the film and its makers.
- Outcome sought: distribution interest.
A London luxury hotel
“Inside the restored London hotel drawing a creative crowd”
- Route: Haute Living feature.
- Angle: design and guests’ experience.
- Outcome sought: bookings.
A UK founder with a remarkable story
“From a garage in Leeds to a global brand”
- Route: national and trade coverage first, then earned pitching.
- Angle: the founder’s journey.
- Outcome sought: profile.
Illustrative plans with example headlines. They are not client results.
What clients say about United Press
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Vanity Fair questions
How do I get featured in Vanity Fair?
Coverage is earned. It usually comes from a strong story, exclusive access and relationships with editors. Vanity Fair is not in our network, so we cannot guarantee a feature there.
Can I pay for a Vanity Fair article?
Not as editorial. Condé Nast sells advertising, which is clearly marked. Be careful of anyone selling guaranteed editorial features.
Who is the editor of Vanity Fair?
Mark Guiducci took over from Radhika Jones in 2025.
Is there a UK edition?
Yes. The UK edition has run since 1991.
What can I book instead?
Titles such as The Hollywood Reporter, Variety and Haute Living are in our network and can be guaranteed within 14 days of approval.
How much does it cost?
There is no fixed price. Every campaign is planned around your goal and the titles you need. Share your goal and budget in the form below for a personalised plan.
Want coverage in prestige media?
Tell us about your story and your goals. We will send a free plan with honest advice on earned coverage and the guaranteed titles that fit.