Fashion stars shone at the CFDA Awards 2024, celebrating talent and creativity in an unforgettable night in New York.
The night of the CFDA Awards 2024 was a showcase of creativity and talent at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. Considered the ‘Oscars of American fashion,’ these annual awards organized by the Council of Fashion Designers of America highlighted iconic figures in the industry and emerging designers who are redefining style in the United States and around the world.
Erykah Badu received the Fashion Icon award, while other renowned figures such as photographer Annie Leibovitz and designer Michael Kors were also recognized. Cynthia Erivo, who paused her Wicked press tour to host the event, added a touch of elegance and excitement to the ceremony, showcasing her own sense of style.
Notable guests attending the evening included Kylie Jenner, Addison Rae, Troye Sivan, Tyla, Victoria Monét, LaQuan Smith, Blake Lively, Katie Holmes, Lucky Blue Smith, Nara Smith, Coco Rocha, Nicky Hilton, Marc Jacobs, and Char Defrancesco, Paris Hilton, Kathryn Hahn, Darren Criss, Lucy Liu, Donna Karan, Brandon Flynn, and Hamish Bowles. Each of them shone on the red carpet with their own interpretation of the “American Black Tie” dress code, reflecting the innovative spirit and glamour that characterize the CFDA.
Among the most anticipated awards, Coach and Luar competed for the title of Accessories Designer of the Year, while Thom Browne and Proenza Schouler stood out among the nominees for Men’s and Women’s Fashion Designers, respectively. The red carpet witnessed a display of interpretations of the “American Black Tie” dress code, where each celebrity dazzled in unique creations, many directly from the spring 2025 runways. The night was a celebration of fashion and creativity at its finest, reaffirming the CFDA’s role as the epicenter of American fashion.
