The British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced Grace Wales Bonner, Founder of Wales Bonner, as the winner of the 2023 BFC/GQ Designer Fashion Fund. The designer will receive a 12-month bespoke high-level business mentoring programme, pro-bono legal services from Sheridans and a cash prize of £100,000.

This year’s shortlist included AGR, Bianca Saunders, Bleue Burnham and paria /FARZANEH who will have the opportunity to participate in a mentoring programme through the BFC’s Designer Initiatives team, with access to industry and business experts, and pro-bono legal services delivered by law firm Sheridans.

Grace Wales Bonner, Winner of the 2023 BFC/GQ Designer Fashion Fund commented “I am very grateful to have been awarded the BFC/GQ Designer Fashion Fund, it is a great affirmation for myself and my team as we continue on our journey. Receiving this kind of support is very meaningful to us as an independent brand. As ever, I would like to say a special thank you to all of our supporters and collaborators.”