Vanity Fair, originally from the United States, is a world-renowned magazine that highlights popular culture, fashion, and current affairs. Condé Montrose Nast first began the process in creating this magazine by purchasing the former men's fashion magazine, Dress, in 1913. After changing its name to Dress and Vanity Fair, Montrose went on to publishing four issues within the same year. The success of the publications was visible throughout the twenties, but was unfortunately hindered and eventually demolished by the appalling conditions of the Great Depression. Condé Nast Publications, under the new ownership of S.I. Newhouse, announced the revival of the magazine in June of 1981, and released its first issue in February of 1983, edited by Richard Locke. After three issues, Locke was replaced by Leo Lerman, followed by editors Tina Brown (1984–1992) and Graydon Carter (1992-2017). Dominick Dunne, Sebastian Junger, Michael Wolff, Maureen Orth and Christopher Hitchens are among some of the regular writers or columnists for the magazine. Bruce Weber, Annie Leibovitz, Mario Testino and Herb Ritts are among the many famous photographers who have displayed their talent for the magazine as well. Editions of Vanity Fair also graces the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, France, and Mexico. The magazine eventually expanded its domain into the formation of the annual, invitation-only Vanity Fair Oscar Party. The party first took place in 1994, and has been able to defend its prestige ever since.