Grace Wales Bonner Is Now Hermès’s New Creative Director of Menswear
Grace Wales Bonner becomes the first Black woman to lead design at Hermès menswear, following 37 years under Véronique Nichanian, with her debut collection set for January 2027.
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Grace Wales Bonner Becomes First Black Woman To Lead At Major Fashion House
Grace Wales Bonner has made fashion history. According to WWD, Wales Bonner was appointed as menswear creative director at Hermès, making her the first Black woman to lead design at a major European luxury fashion house. The announcement from Hermès International follows the departure of Véronique Nichanian, who held the role for 37 years. “I am deeply honored,” Wales Bonner said in a statement. “Joining such a lineage of artisans and creators …
Grace Wales Bonner Is the New Creative Director of Hermès Men
Courtesy of HermèsGrace Wales Bonner is the new creative director of Hermès menswear. It is a job Bonner expressed interest in years ago, and now, following Véronique Nichanian’s departure from the position, her manifestation has come to fruition. “I am deeply honored to be entrusted with the role of creative director of Hermès men’s ready-to-wear,” Bonner said in a statement. “It is a dream realized to embark on this new chapter, following in a…
Meet Grace Wales Bonner, 1st Black Woman Creative Director Of Hermès Menswear
Grace Wales Bonner, a 35-year-old fashion designer, has been appointed as the Creative Director of Men's Ready-to-Wear at Hermès. In a historic move, the British-Jamaican couturier is the first Black woman to lead a major European fashion house. The decision surprised many, as Vogue observed: “While industry insiders were betting on a promotion from within, Hermès went for a renowned talent.” Wales Bonner is stepping into the shoes of Véronique …
Grace Wales Bonner's Hermès Era Is Already Making Headlines - And Black History
Source: Dia Dipasupil / Getty Grace Wales Bonner. You’ve heard her name before – probably earlier this year. Grace is a widely acclaimed Black menswear designer and the creative force behind Lewis Hamilton’s unforgettable look at the 2025 Met Gala. It was a defining fashion moment – and the perfect preview of what was to come. Now, at just 35, Grace Wales Bonner is taking her talents to Hermès Menswear. The news broke on October 21, and the fash…
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