The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Awards recently marked a new chapter with Thom Browne taking the helm as the chairman for the coming two years. In celebration of this new tenure, the ceremony was held at the Museum of Natural History in New York City, a departure from past venues, signifying a fresh start under Browne’s leadership. The evening was not just a glamorous gathering but also a moment of recognition for the industry’s most talented individuals.
Amidst the sparkling event, Anne Hathaway, once portrayed as a fashion novice in “The Devil Wears Prada,” has since emerged as a genuine fashion icon. This was evident as she assumed the role of host for the night, donning a Ralph Lauren ensemble straight from the Spring/Summer 2024 collection, which boldly re imagined denim with a couture twist.
The environmental and ethical responsibilities of the fashion industry were central themes during the awards, with Mara Hoffman receiving the Environmental Sustainability Award. She expressed her hopes for the industry to pivot towards more sustainable practices. The night was also an emotional one, with Maria Cornejo receiving the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award, which she dedicated to the world’s underprivileged children.
The ceremony was a blend of celebration and innovation, with Gwyneth Paltrow receiving the Amazon Innovation Award, an acknowledgment of the evolving intersection between fashion and technology.
The CFDA Awards not only spotlight the triumphs of fashion’s elite but also underscore the industry’s ongoing evolution in both style and substance.
“Here is the list of winners for the 2023 CFDA Awards.”
American Womenswear Designer of the Year
Catherine Holstein, Khaite
American Menswear Designer of the Year
Willy Chavarria
American Accessory Designer of the Year
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, The Row
Shop With Google American Emerging Designer of the Year
Rachel Scott, Diotima
Board of Directors Tribute
Vera Wang
Founder’s Award in Honor of Eleanor Lambert
Domenico De Sole
Amazon Innovation Award
Gwyneth Paltrow, Goop
Fashion Icon Award
Serena Williams
Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award
Maria Cornejo
Media Award in Honor of Eugenia Sheppard
Alina Cho
Environmental Sustainability Award
Mara Hoffman
International Designer of the Year
Jonathan Anderson, JW Anderson and Loewe
