Brand Overview
Wales Bonner is a luxury fashion brand celebrated for its refined tailoring and unique blend of European and Afro-Atlantic influences. Founded by designer Grace Wales Bonner in 2014, the brand explores cultural identity through clothing, offering collections that merge classic elegance with rich cultural narratives.
Known for its sharp silhouettes, intricate detailing, and thoughtful use of color and fabric, Wales Bonner has become a standout name in the fashion world. The brand’s commitment to storytelling and cultural dialogue sets it apart, making Wales Bonner not just a luxury label but a statement on heritage and modern identity.
Primary Category: Menswear
Additional Categories: Women's RTW, Footwear, Fashion Jewelry
Comparatives: Ralph Lauren, Thom Browne, Paul Smith, Gucci
Designer Bio
Grace Wales Bonner is a British designer known for her thoughtful, boundary-pushing approach to luxury fashion. A graduate of Central Saint Martins, she founded her eponymous label, Wales Bonner, in 2014, and quickly garnered critical acclaim for her nuanced exploration of Black culture and identity within the context of European fashion. Her work, marked by meticulous tailoring and Afrocentric themes, has earned numerous accolades, including the LVMH Prize for Young Designers in 2016 and the British Fashion Council’s Menswear Designer of the Year award in 2019.
Wales Bonner’s collections are celebrated for their intellectual depth and attention to craftsmanship, often drawing from literary, musical, and historical sources. As a designer, she continues to push the boundaries of fashion, merging her academic influences with an avant-garde sensibility that resonates globally. Through her work, Grace Wales Bonner is redefining luxury with a powerful voice and vision, making her one of the most influential designers of her generation.