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Grace Wales Bonner Makes History at Hermès Men's Fashion

10/21/2025

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Grace Wales Bonner has been appointed Creative Director of Hermès Men’s Ready-to-Wear, becoming the first Black woman to lead design at a major luxury fashion house.
The appointment follows Véronique Nichanian's 37-year tenure.
Bonner blends British tailoring with Afro-Atlantic narratives and will debut a collection in January 2027 during Paris Men’s Fashion Week, while continuing her own label.

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Grace Wales Bonner has been appointed Creative Director of Hermès Men’s Ready-to-Wear, becoming the first Black woman to lead design at a major luxury fashion house.
The appointment follows Véronique Nichanian's 37-year tenure.
Bonner blends British tailoring with Afro-Atlantic narratives and will debut a collection in January 2027 during Paris Men’s Fashion Week, while continuing her own label.