Dylan Jones

Dylan John Jones was born in 1960 in Ely, Cambridgeshire. He pursued his education at Chelsea School of Art and later at Saint Martin’s School of Art. His early career saw him hold senior editorial positions at prominent publications such as i-D and Arena, establishing his presence in the fashion and culture journalism landscape. Jones has also contributed weekly columns to national newspapers, including The Independent and The Mail on Sunday, further diversifying his journalistic portfolio.

His most notable role was as the editor of the UK edition of GQ magazine, a position he held from 1999 to 2021. During his tenure, he was instrumental in shaping the magazine’s identity and its influence within men’s fashion and lifestyle. A significant achievement was his role in spearheading the development of London Fashion Week Men’s, demonstrating his commitment to the British fashion industry. In recognition of his services to publishing and British fashion, Jones was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2013 Birthday Honours.

Beyond his editorial work, Jones is an accomplished author, having published multiple books across various genres. In 2012, his literary contributions included “When Ziggy Played Guitar: David Bowie and Four Minutes that Shook the World,” “The Biographical Dictionary of Popular Music,” and “From the Ground Up: U2 360° Tour Official Photobook.” The following year, he released “The Eighties: One Day, One Decade,” a work that combines autobiographical elements with a cultural and political history of the 1980s, focusing on events like Live Aid in 1985. In June 2023, Jones took on the role of editor-in-chief of the London Evening Standard, a position he held until December 2024.