Harper's Bazaar, an American women's fashion magazine, was first published in New York City on November 2, 1867, as the weekly Harper's Bazar. It has since become a leading style resource for women interested in fashion, culture, and luxury experiences.

In the June 12, 1869, issue, Harper's Bazar endorsed the women's suffrage effort, emphasizing the importance of truth, justice, and public conscience in granting women the right to vote. The magazine was among the first mainstream publications to support women's suffrage.

In July 1869, Harper's Bazaar became the first mainstream magazine to endorse suffrage, under the leadership of editor-in-chief Mary Louise Booth. Booth's forward-thinking approach led to the magazine promoting women's rights and feminist fashions.

An article in the July 29, 1871, issue of Harper's Bazar described the scene at Charles Frederick Worth's atelier, highlighting his interactions with women and his pioneering work in haute couture.

Harper's Bazar engaged in a debate on homemaking in its August 19, 1871, issue, highlighting conflicting views on the role of women as housewives. While the magazine exalted the position of lady of the house, it also criticized the idea of women being trapped in domestic servitude.

In 1882, Harper's Bazar ran the anonymous society novel A Transplanted Rose as a serial, later credited to Mary Elizabeth Wilson Sherwood. The novel follows the story of a Midwestern girl named Rose Chadwick who undergoes a transformation in New York with the help of her aunt.

Harper's Bazar transitioned from a weekly newspaper to a monthly magazine in 1901, a format it still follows today.

Hearst purchased Harper's Bazaar in 1913, leading to its ownership and operation by Hearst in the United States.

In 1917, Volume 52 of Harper's Bazaar was scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive.

In 1918, Volume 53 of Harper's Bazaar was scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive.

In 1919, Volume 54 of Harper's Bazaar was scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive. It is noted that there was no November 1919 issue.

In 1920, Volume 55 of Harper's Bazaar was scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive.

In 1921, Volume 56 of Harper's Bazaar was scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive.

In 1922, Volume 57 of Harper's Bazaar was scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive.

In 1923, Volume 58 of Harper's Bazaar was scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive.

In 1924, Volume 59 of Harper's Bazaar was scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive.

In 1925, Volume 60 of Harper's Bazaar was scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive.

In 1926, issues of Harper's Bazaar were scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive.

In July-December 1927, issues of Harper's Bazaar were scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive.

In 1928, issues of Harper's Bazaar were scanned from microfilm and made available on the Internet Archive.

The first actively copyright-renewed issue of Harper's Bazaar was published in February 1929 (v. 63 no. 2). This marked an important milestone in the publication history of the magazine.

The first magazine cover displaying the spelling 'bazaar' appeared in the November 1929 issue of Harper's Bazaar.

The name change to Harper's Bazaar was officially filed on December 30, 1930.

In 1933, editor-in-chief Carmel Snow brought photojournalist Martin Munkacsi to a windswept beach to capture a model running towards the camera, revolutionizing fashion photography by moving away from staged studio shots.

In 1934, Alexey Brodovitch was offered a job as Bazaar's art director after impressing editor Carmel Snow with his work at an exhibition. Throughout his career, Brodovitch revolutionized magazine design and inspired many visual artists.

In 1936, Carmel Snow discovered Diana Vreeland dancing on the roof of New York's St. Regis Hotel in a white lace Chanel dress, leading to her recruitment as a new staffer at Harper's Bazaar. Diana gained fame for her 'Why Don't You ...?' column and unique fashion sense.

On September 15, 1937, Man Ray's photograph of Adrienne Fidelin, a Black model and dancer, was featured in Harper's Bazaar, marking the first time a Black model appeared in a major American fashion magazine.

A Balenciaga haute couture cerise short evening dress with décolletage scalloped in lace and skirt with layers of folds over a lace petticoat was featured in Harper's Bazaar in Spring-Summer 1955.

Carmel Snow retired at the age of 70 in 1957, marking the end of an era in Harper's Bazaar after her influential tenure that brought life and innovation to the magazine.

In 1958, plagued by alcoholism, Alexey Brodovitch left Bazaar after a successful career as an art director. He eventually moved to the south of France and passed away in 1971.

In February 1959, China Machado, one of the first non-caucasian models, was photographed by Richard Avedon for Harper's Bazaar, breaking racial barriers in the fashion industry.

The super-elegant model Dovima appeared on her final cover for Harper's Bazaar in December 1959, captured by Avedon Foundation.

In November 1970, Hearst Communications amalgamated Harper's Bazaar UK with Queen magazine to form Harpers & Queen.

In 1980, Nonnie Moore was appointed as the fashion editor at Harper's Bazaar after previously holding the same position at Mademoiselle. Her impact was noted by The New York Times, which praised her for revitalizing the magazine's fashion perspective and introducing a more youthful and stylish aesthetic.

Harper's Bazaar Hong Kong was founded in Hong Kong on January 3, 1988. It is authorized by Hearst Corporation and published by the SCMP Group. Xaven Mak is the chief editor.

Harper's Bazaar Taiwan was founded in New Taipei City on February 4, 1990. It is authorized by Hearst Corporation and published by Hwa Ker Publishing Company Limited. Elaine Liao serves as the chief editor.

In December 1992, Kate Moss appeared on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar. The snow globe she held referenced the character in Orson Welles’s film, Citizen Kane.

Harper's Bazaar Australia was established in Sydney on March 1, 1998, featuring Nicole Kidman on its debut cover. The magazine became known for showcasing winners of Australia's Next Top Model on its covers and editorial features.

Harper's Bazaar Indonesia was founded in June 2000, based in Jakarta. It was a collaboration between Hearst and MRA Printed Media.

Harper's Bazaar Singapore debuted its first Singapore edition on November 4, 2001, under the publication of SPH Magazines. The magazine has since garnered recognition for its coverage of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle.

In September 2002, Harper's Bazaar China began a copyright cooperation with Harper's Bazaar.

Hearst Communications' Harper's Bazaar Malaysia was established in Kuala Lumpur on April 6, 2003, with the tagline Malaysia's No. 1 Fashion Magazine.

Harper's Bazaar Thailand was established as a fashion, beauty, and lifestyle magazine in Bangkok on January 2, 2005. It is the oldest magazine of its kind under Hearst International Harper's Bazaar and is published by Media Expertise International (Thailand) Limited.

In March 2006, Harper's Bazaar UK was rebranded to align with its international sister titles and shifted its focus to celebrity-oriented fashion.

Harper's Bazaar Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa edition of the international publication, was founded in Dubai on March 1, 2007. It showcases local and regional fashion, beauty, and lifestyle trends.

Glenda Bailey was honored with Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) status in 2008 for her contributions to journalism and fashion.

Harper's Bazaar India published its first Indian edition of the magazine on March 1, 2009, featuring Kareena Kapoor and Swarovski crystals on the cover. The magazine is based in Mumbai and published in partnership with the India Today Group.

An online archive of early covers of Harper's Bazaar was created and archived on April 16, 2011.

Harper's Bazaar Vietnam, the Vietnamese version of the renowned fashion magazine, was established in Ho Chi Minh City on June 27, 2011. It was a result of merging Harper's Bazaar and Phong cách, with Trương Ngọc Ánh as the first cover face.

Sujata Assomull Sippy left Harper's Bazaar India after the April 2012 issue. Nishat Fatima was appointed as the editor in December 2012.

Nishat Fatima was appointed as the editor of Harper's Bazaar India in December 2012.

The Harper's Bazaar Poland edition was released in February 2013.

Harper's Bazaar Vietnam introduced its website in 2014, further solidifying its presence in the digital realm. The magazine continues to uphold its status as Vietnam's premier fashion publication.

In 2015, Harper's Bazaar Singapore ventured into the online domain by launching its website. The platform features a wide array of content ranging from fashion and beauty to lifestyle and celebrity news.

In 2016, Harper's Bazaar marked its 150th anniversary, showcasing its enduring presence in the fashion world. The magazine has continued to innovate and maintain its vision over the years, with the current editor-in-chief aiming to uphold the legacy of creativity and uniqueness established since 1867.

On October 5, 2017, Harper’s Bazaar celebrated its 150th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in the history of the magazine.

In July 2018, Harper's Bazaar Arabia made history by featuring Taleedah Tamer as the first Saudi Arabian woman on their cover. This marked a significant moment for the magazine.

The Harper's Bazaar Poland edition ceased publication in December 2019.

A book titled Harper’s Bazaar: First in Fashion was published in September 2020 by Rizzoli, providing a comprehensive look at the history of the iconic fashion magazine. The book offers a grand presentation of the magazine's influence on fashion and photography.

Harper's Bazaar Australia/New Zealand was reintroduced in September 2021 under new management by Switzer Media and Publishing after a brief hiatus. The magazine continues its legacy of being a prominent fashion publication.

The official Harper's Bazaar website has been updated with more information about the magazine and featured online content.