Hermès Names Grace Wales Bonner as Men's Wear Creative Director
British designer Grace Wales Bonner has been appointed as Hermès' new creative director of menswear, making her the first black woman to lead design at a major fashion house. She will start her role in 2027, succeeding Véronique Nichanian, and will continue her own label alongside her new position. Her appointment is seen as a move towards contemporary fashion that blends heritage with modernity.