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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Laura Harding

British designer Grace Wales Bonner named creative director of Hermes menswear

New creative designer for Hermes menswear Grace Wales Bonner (Ian West/PA) - (PA Archive)

British designer Grace Wales Bonner has said she is “deeply honoured” to be named creative director of Hermes menswear.

The designer is already known for her namesake brand Wales Bonner and will take over the helm of the French label, making her the first black woman to lead design at a major European fashion house.

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