Elle Men
| Company type | Lifestyle magazine |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
Area served | International |
| Products | Men's fashion, grooming, culture, travel, celebrity news |
| Owner | Lagardère Group |
Elle Man or Elle Men is a lifestyle publication tailored for men, covering topics such as fashion trends, cultural insights, grooming tips, travel, and celebrity news. Originating as an offshoot of Elle (magazine), it is owned by the French Lagardère Group and licensed to publishers globally. The number of issues released annually differs by region, ranging from three to twelve editions. According to a 2011 analysis, Elle Men dominated its category in urban markets like Shanghai, Beijing, and Guangzhou, capturing approximately 40% of the market share and outperforming rivals including GQ and Esquire.
International editions
The Chinese edition of Elle Men was launched in March 2011 by Hearst Magazines China and remains in circulation. In Canada, TC Media introduced Elle Man in October 2012. The Hong Kong version commenced publication in September 2013 through South China Morning Post Hearst Publications. Poland’s edition was initiated in October 2015 by Burda International Polska; prior to this, Burda International CZ s.r.o. managed the Czech Republic edition. The Russian market saw its first Elle Man issue published in March 2020 under Hearst Shkulev Media. France announced its edition launch in October 2013, joining a network of 11 other international versions, particularly throughout Asia.
Elle Men Thailand partners with Elle Thailand to host Bangkok’s men's fashion week events. In Ukraine, Elle Man has organized award ceremonies celebrating prominent figures in style.