Hermès has announced the appointment of Grace Wales Bonner as Creative Director of Men’s Ready-to-Wear. The London-born designer, who founded her eponymous label in 2014 after graduating from Central Saint Martins, will present her first collection for the French house in January 2027.
Wales Bonner, known for her contemporary and culturally attuned approach to menswear, has developed a distinct design language over the past decade that fuses meticulous craftsmanship with a nuanced exploration of identity and heritage. Her appointment marks a new chapter for Hermès as it continues to evolve its menswear offering while staying rooted in its artisanal tradition.
“I am really pleased to welcome Grace to the Hermès Artistic Director family,” said Pierre-Alexis Dumas, General Artistic Director of Hermès. “Her take on contemporary fashion, craft and culture will contribute to shaping Hermès men’s style, melding the house’s heritage with a confident look on the now. Grace’s appetite and curiosity for artistic practice strongly resonate with Hermès’ creative mindset and approach. We are at the start of an enriching mutual dialogue.”
In her own statement, Wales Bonner expressed gratitude for the opportunity. “I am deeply honoured to be entrusted with the role of Creative Director of Hermès Men’s Ready-to-Wear. It is a dream realised to embark on this new chapter, following in a lineage of inspired craftspeople and designers. I wish to express my gratitude to Pierre-Alexis Dumas and Axel Dumas for the opportunity to bring my vision to this magical house.”
