Meet Giles Deacon, Couture Designer And Longtime Partner Of 'Wednesday' Star, Gwendoline Christie

Gwendoline Christie has impressed fans for years, from playing 'Brienne of Tarth' in Game of Thrones to Principal 'Weems' in Wednesday. She’s now returning to Wednesday for Season 2, Part 2. At the show’s Doom Tour finale in Sydney, she surprised fans by revealing her character, thought to be dead, is coming back as 'Wednesday’s' ghostly guide. The same has been confirmed in the new trailer as well.

Alongside her successful career, Gwendoline has been in a low-key but strong relationship with British fashion designer, Giles Deacon since around 2013. They met through friends and often support each other’s work with Gwendoline frequently wearing Giles' designs. Here’s all you need to know about him and their relationship.

Who is Giles Deacon?

Giles Deacon was born on December 14, 1969, in Darlington and raised near Ullswater in the Lake District. He attended Barnard Castle School, which inspired his love for aesthetics. Initially interested in marine biology, he switched to art after failing chemistry. Deacon studied at Central Saint Martins alongside Alexander McQueen and began his fashion career collaborating on the label 'Doran Deacon' while also contributing to Dazed & Confused.

Giles Deacon is a British fashion star

Giles Deacon has worked with big names like Bottega Veneta and Gucci. In 2003, he started his own label, GILES. He has earned many top awards, like the British Designer of the Year in 2006 and the ANDAM Grand Prix in 2009. Since 2016, he has focused on couture, making custom pieces for celebrities around the world. In 2024, he became Creative Director of the luxury brand James Purdey & Sons. His constant work in fashion has resulted into his growing influence in the fashion world.

Giles Deacon has worked with many big names

Giles Deacon is known for creating unforgettable designs, some of his works include Pippa Middleton’s lace wedding dress and the stunning gown Billy Porter wore to the Oscars. His work combines bold creativity with expert craftsmanship, making an impact in both fashion and performance. Even in Star Wars, Gwendoline Christie wore a Deacon gown inspired by her character 'Captain Phasma', blending both strength and elegance.

Giles Deacon is known for his bold, playful, and inclusive designs

Giles Deacon is known for his bold womenswear that blends humor, pop culture, and striking prints. His designs, described as dark, sexy, and quirky, aim to empower confident women of all ages who want to stand out. Giles' collections mix playfulness with glamour, offering pieces that are both unique and wearable.

Giles Deacon has received various awards and recognition for his work

Giles Deacon has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career. In 2004, he was named Best New Designer at the British Fashion Awards, followed by the Young Designer Award at Elle’s Style Awards in 2005. He won British Fashion Designer of the Year in 2006 and Best British Designer in 2007. In 2010, he earned the French ANDAM Fashion Award’s Grand Prix and was named GQ’s Designer of the Year. His work is featured in the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. In 2024, his Sanderson x Giles Deacon collection won the Collaboration Award at the Country & Town House Interiors Awards.

Giles Deacon's TV appearances and his idols

In June 2011, Giles Deacon joined Channel 4’s New Look Style the Nation as a judge, helping find fresh styling talent alongside New Look’s creative director. He also served as a judge on Britain’s Next Top Model. He has previously mentioned his design inspiration comes from iconic fashion legends like Elsa Schiaparelli, Miuccia Prada, Coco Chanel, J.M. Millet, and Yves Saint Laurent. These influences shape his unique and creative approach to fashion.

How Gwendoline Christie and Giles Deacon met for the first time?

Wednesday star, Gwendoline Christie and Giles Deacon’s love story began over a decade ago when they met through mutual friends. The couple started dating in 2013, and has since kept their relationship mostly private. It is being reported that the two now live together in London. Talking about their first meeting in 2018, Giles had described being 'instantly smitten' by Gwendoline. Talking to Grazia magazine he expressed a deep admiration for her confidence and intellect. He could be quoted as saying:

“For a million different reasons, I thought she was extraordinary. The way she carries herself was unlike anything I’d seen before...She has her very own innate sense of self, and her knowledge of film and fashion in film wipes the floor with mine.”

Gwendoline Christie is Giles Deacon's muse

Gwendoline Christie is more than just Giles Deacon’s partner, she’s also his inspiration. Deacon has time and again said that working with her is 'a pleasure' and admires how she changes and shines both on screen and off screen. Gwendoline also often praises his huge talent and says wearing his designs makes her feel confident and special. They have worked closely together on costumes for The Sandman and for her role in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, sharing a strong creative bond that goes beyond their personal relationship.

Giles Deacon isn’t just Gwendoline Christie’s boyfriend, he’s a celebrated designer whose imagination and craft continues to shape the world of fashion, with Christie as his leading inspiration.

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