It’s that time of year again — the CFDA Fashion Awards have returned to New York City, and with them, a wave of high octane glamour. Held annually at the American Museum of Natural History, this year’s ceremony is once again proving that American fashion isn’t just alive — it’s thriving.
Inside the event itself, country’s most influential designers, models, and creatives are gathering under one roof to celebrate the industry’s boldest achievements. And outside, on the red carpet, the energy is electric. Think of it as fashion’s Oscars — but with some of the most stand-out looks we've seen all year.
Among tonight’s honourees, A$AP Rocky will receive the coveted Fashion Icon Award, a nod to his long-standing influence on how men (and everyone else) dress now — blending a streetwear sensibility with high-fashion. Designer Jerry Lorenzo of Fear of God will also be recognised for his innovation, celebrating a label that’s redefined American luxury as we know it.
Of course, the real story of the night unfolds in the outfits. Expect a mix of sculptural silhouettes, soft tailoring, flashes of skin, and the occasional archival statement piece.
From the avant-garde to the effortlessly understated, tonight’s looks are a study in how American designers continue to push forward while honouring the lineage that built them. Below, we’ve rounded up the most memorable looks from the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards.
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Paloma Elsesser, wearing custom Jonathan Simkhai.
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Ciara, in Sergio Hudson.
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Adéla, wearing Marc Jacobs.
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Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, wearing Bach Mai.
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Mark Ronson wearing Tom Ford.
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Renée Rapp, wearing Thom Browne.
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Naomi Watts in Skimkhai.
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Ego Nwodin im Ulla Johnson.
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Alex Consani, wearing Michael Kors.
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Leslie Bibb and Michael Kors.
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Lily Allen with Collen Allen Studio, nominee for the Shop with Google American Emerging Designer of the Year.
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The inimitable Jenna Lyons is back as this year's red carpet host, wearing Khaite.
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Precious Lee, wearing Area.
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The host of the evening, Teyana Taylor, in Thom Browne.
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American Womenswear Of The Year nominee Wes Gordon has arrived, alongside Eliza Gonzales in Carolina Herrera.
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Tracy Anderson in Gabriela Hearst.
Images via CFDA.
