CFDA Fashion Awards

CFDA Fashion Awards History

The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Fashion Awards serves to recognize and honor outstanding contributions made to American fashion by designers. The awards are divided into categories such as womenswear, menswear, and accessories, as well as achievements in fashion journalism, creative vision, and a lifetime achievement award. Instituted in 1981, this prestigious event is likened to the Oscars of the fashion industry, a definitive ceremony that upholds the creative spirit of American fashion.

The CFDA Fashion Awards has a rich history, celebrating design pioneers and fashion visionaries over the past four decades. It was launched as the brainchild of Eleanor Lambert, a powerhouse publicist who single-handedly put American fashion on the global map. Over the years, the awards have seen legends like Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, and Marc Jacobs being celebrated for their significant contributions to the fashion industry.

The CFDA Fashion Awards attracts a glamorous gathering of industry insiders, high-profile celebrities, models, and fashion enthusiasts. The event, hosted by the CFDA, culminates in a star-studded gala evening that serves as a testament to the vibrancy, ingenuity, and craftsmanship that is inherent to American fashion. The CFDA Fashion Awards are held this year on November 6th, 2023.

CFDA Fashion Awards facts

• In 2023, the CFDA Fashion Award ceremony was held at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City.
• In 2022, the American Womenswear Designer of the Year award went to Catherine Holstein of KHAITE. The American Menswear Designer of the Year award went to Emily Adams Bode Aujla of Bode.
• In 2022, the Fashion Icon Award was awarded to Lenny Kravitz.
• The awards are presented by the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) to recognize outstanding contributions to American fashion by individuals from all areas of the industry and related arts.

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Top things to do for CFDA Fashion Awards

• Explore the latest CFDA collections.
• Stay informed about upcoming news.
• Watch the 2020 CFDA Fashion Awards if you missed it.
• Visit the MET's Costume Department. The Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art is a must-visit. It features a huge collection of high-fashion pieces and conducts its own special exhibitions.