PARIS – Hermès International has announced Grace Wales Bonner as the house’s next menswear creative director.

Wales Bonner will succeed Véronique Nichanian, who announced her departure Oct. 16. Nichanian had been fashion’s longest-serving creative director, after a 37-year tenure at the house.

“I am very happy to welcome Grace into our family of artistic directors. Her contemporary vision of fashion, craftsmanship, and culture will continue to shape the style of Hermès men’s ready-to-wear, confidently blending her perspective on the times with the house’s heritage. Grace’s taste and curiosity for artistic practice strongly resonate with Hermès’ creative approach. This is only the beginning of a dialogue that will continue to grow,” said Hermès artistic director Pierre-Alexis Dumas.

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