Hermès announces the appointment of Grace Wales Bonner as Creative Director of Men's Ready-to-Wear. The Founder and Artistic Director of Wales Bonner has developed a contemporary and innovative approach to menswear over the last 10 years. Passionate about craft and culture, she will present her first collection for Hermès in January 2027. A 2014 graduate of Central Saint Martins, Wales Bonner has received awards including the CFDA Award for International Men's Designer of the Year in 2021 and British Menswear Designer of the Year at the Fashion Awards in 2024. Pierre-Alexis Dumas, General Artistic Director of Hermès, is pleased to welcome Grace to the Hermès Artistic Director family. 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 Wales Bonner expresses being deeply honoured by this role and her gratitude to Pierre-Alexis Dumas and Axel Dumas for the opportunity to bring her vision to this magical house.