From the mind: Grace Wales Bonner

With her soulful designs Wales Bonner has won legions of admirers

Grace Wales Bonner in her studio by Ines Manai
Grace Wales Bonner in her studio
(Image credit: Ines Manai)

It was several years ago, at his London townhouse in Marylebone, that Manolo Blahnik shared the name of his then fresh discovery. “I’ll tell you about someone who is exquisite,” the celebrated shoe designer said, his tone conspiratorial. “She is called Grace Wales Bonner. I saw her things, and in five seconds – I am good like that – I knew. She’s got it. The first collection I saw was out of this world. Beautiful.”

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