German-born Sophie Hermann has fashion in her DNA — quite literally. Her grandmother, Luise Hermann, founded the iconic Mustang Jeans dynasty, one of Europe’s most enduring denim brands. After studying Fashion Design and then Fashion Business at the prestigious Istituto Marangoni in Milan, she launched her own fashion label and has since collaborated with an impressive roster of brands including L’Oréal, Links of London, and Ela London.
Beyond the studio, she has become a household name as one of the most distinctive voices on the BAFTA Award-winning series Made in Chelsea — known for her sharp wit, unapologetic opinions, and impeccable style. We caught up with Sophie for the latest in our My London series.
Sophie Hermann: Everything You Need to Know
Who is Sophie Hermann and what is she known for?
- Who is Sophie Hermann?
- Sophie Caroline Hermann is a German-born fashion designer, entrepreneur, and television personality. She first joined Made in Chelsea in series six in 2013, subsequently left in 2015, then returned in 2017, and has remained one of its most beloved cast members ever since — known for her dry humour, European elegance, and zero tolerance for nonsense.
- How old is Sophie Hermann?
- Sophie was born on 30 January 1987, making her 38 years old.
- Is Sophie Hermann still on Made in Chelsea?
- Yes. After departing following series 22, she returned for series 28 and remains part of the current cast.
Sophie Hermann’s background and family
- Where is Sophie Hermann from?
- She was born in Munich, Germany, and raised between Munich and Switzerland. She attended the elite Institut auf dem Rosenberg boarding school in St. Gallen — one of Europe’s most prestigious private schools — before moving to Milan to study at Istituto Marangoni.
- What is Sophie Hermann’s family background?
- Sophie comes from aristocratic German heritage. Her grandmother Luise Hermann co-founded Mustang Jeans in 1932, making it one of Europe’s oldest and most successful denim brands. In addition, her stepmother is the acclaimed German actress Uschi Glas, and her father Dieter Hermann works in business consulting. Fashion, in short, was never going to be optional.
- What languages does Sophie Hermann speak?
- Five — fluently. Specifically: German, English, Italian, French, and Spanish. Not holiday-level fluency; actually fluent.
Sophie Hermann’s career and net worth
- What is Sophie Hermann’s net worth?
- Estimates range from £3.5 million to £6 million, reflecting both her inheritance as heir to the Mustang Jeans fortune and her own earnings from Made in Chelsea, brand partnerships with the likes of L’Oréal, and her broader fashion work.
- What brands has Sophie Hermann worked with?
- Throughout her career, Sophie has collaborated with L’Oréal, Links of London, Ela London, Walteri Watches, Nutribuddy UK, Camys Concept, and Peak Health, among others.
Sophie Hermann’s personal life
- Who has Sophie Hermann dated?
- On Made in Chelsea, Sophie had a brief romance with Fredrik Ferrier in 2017; the two are now firm friends. She also appeared on Celebs Go Dating, where she was subsequently linked with DJ Tom Zanetti. She has spoken openly about being single in her late thirties and approaching it without panic — a refreshingly honest perspective in a world where everyone pretends everything is perfectly on schedule.
- Has Sophie Hermann frozen her eggs?
- Yes, and she’s spoken about it publicly. In an interview with HELLO! magazine, she described it as “honestly the best decision of my life,” adding that it gave her a renewed sense of empowerment. She has been consistently open about wanting children and taking proactive steps on her own terms.
- Where does Sophie Hermann live?
- Sophie lives in London — currently in Holland Park, which she moved to recently and describes as her ideal neighbourhood.
My London: Sophie Hermann
Favourite neighbourhood
Chelsea, Knightsbridge, and Mayfair have always been my stomping ground — however, I recently made the move to Holland Park and I’m completely obsessed. It’s the perfect distillation of everything I love about London: the buzz of High Street Kensington on the doorstep, beautiful green space, and those extraordinary Georgian and Victorian villas around every corner. Altogether, it feels like a village that just happens to be in the middle of one of the world’s great cities.
Favourite place for brunch
Blake’s Hotel on a Sunday, without question. The beauty of it is the flexibility — you can either go full indulgent with a proper hangover spread, or keep things virtuous with cauliflower pizza and courgette noodles with pesto. But honestly, the crowd is the real draw. It’s one of those rare London spots where the people-watching is just as good as the food.
Best coffee in London
I’ll be honest — I’m not really a coffee person unless it involves ice cream. Instead, I’m a devoted tea drinker; my morning simply doesn’t begin without a Mariage Frères English Breakfast with milk. That said, my current obsession is the iced almond milk latte from Juice Baby on the King’s Road. They blend in pink Himalayan salt and dates, which consequently makes it naturally sweet and genuinely delicious. A total game-changer.
Favourite gallery or museum
Living next to the Design Museum is a genuine privilege. For instance, the Azzedine Alaïa archives exhibition there was breathtaking — a reminder of what true mastery looks like in fashion. Furthermore, my family has always had a deep connection to art; my mother has a PhD in art history and takes me to Frieze Art Fair every year, with my favourite stop being PAD on Berkeley Square.
Beyond London, I adore the V&A, Tate Modern, the Pinakothek der Moderne in Munich, and the Prado in Madrid. The Louvre, of course, needs no introduction.
Tell us a secret
Michael Jackson is — and always will be — my favourite artist of all time. As a teenager, I may have taken things slightly too far. Specifically, my sister caught me making out with my life-size poster of him, and 17 years later she has never, ever let me forget it. As a result, some secrets aren’t really secrets anymore.
Favourite place to shop
One of my favourite hunting grounds in SW3 is Boutique 1 on Sloane Street. Their curation is exceptional — designer pieces you genuinely wouldn’t find elsewhere in Europe. Moreover, the fact that they have a little café out back is the perfect excuse to reward yourself after a serious session on the shop floor. For more London style inspiration, see our edit of the best boutiques in London.
Favourite place to find inspiration
I’m fascinated by powerful women throughout history. In fact, I can genuinely spend an entire weekend watching documentaries on Old Hollywood sirens, the female Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt, and above all — Versailles. There’s something endlessly inspiring about women who commanded a room entirely on their own terms.
Closer to home, I also love raiding my mother’s wardrobe archives from the past four decades. She preserved everything with extraordinary care for my sister Charlotte and me. Consequently, there’s nothing quite like finding a piece from the 1980s that feels completely current.
Best London destination for a date
I’m unapologetically old-school on this one — wining and dining, properly done. My favourites include Poulet Pot for something relaxed but chic, Zuma in Knightsbridge for Japanese luxury, and Cecconi’s for Italian warmth and atmosphere. For more ideas, see our guide to the best restaurants in London for a special occasion.
Favourite park
Holland Park has a very special quality — the peacocks alone are worth the visit. However, when spring arrives, nothing compares to a slow stroll along the Serpentine in Hyde Park, watching the ducklings and cygnets appear. It’s one of those quintessentially London experiences that, no matter how many times you’ve done it, never loses its magic.
Favourite food market
I’ll confess that Whole Foods does get rather a lot of my business. Nevertheless, for something genuinely special, I love a long trip to the Japan Centre in Soho — their toro is extraordinary and the whole experience is an event in itself. It reminds me of my favourite market back home in Stuttgart, the Markthalle, which is this wonderfully multicultural, architecturally stunning place I miss terribly.
Your sanctuary in the city
The Spa at the Corinthia Hotel London is genuinely unlike anywhere else in the city. Notably, it spans five floors of wellness, offering thermal pools, steam rooms, and the most effective anti-ageing facial I’ve ever experienced. Therefore, when London gets too much — and it does — that’s where you’ll find me.
What inspires you?
My icons are Audrey Hepburn, the model and artist Veruschka von Lehndorff, and my mother — three women who each embodied something completely distinct and entirely their own. In addition, I’m planning a trip to Japan for Sakura season, which has been on my list for years. I want to fully lean into a Harajuku-inspired moment. After all, life is too short for half-measures.
This season I’m loving
Shell necklaces — everywhere, on everything. Additionally, printed silk trousers and anything gingham. I keep coming back to the eternal elegance of Brigitte Bardot and Jane Birkin on the Côte d’Azur in the 1960s — that effortless ease that somehow looks both timeless and completely fresh. In fact, I’ve just ordered a Jane Birkin-style wicker basket that makes me look like I’m hunting for mushrooms in the Bavarian forest. Honestly, I’m completely fine with that. For more on the season’s key pieces, see our latest style edits on LDNFASHION.
Follow Sophie on Instagram @xxsophiehermannxx. Made in Chelsea airs on E4.
