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Championing American Fashion
The Council of Fashion Designers of America is a not-for-profit trade association founded in 1962 whose membership consists of America’s foremost womenswear, menswear, jewelry and accessory designers.
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Adaptive Fashion Moves into Focus for Design Challenge
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Renna Jewels Is the Latest Designer in Residency at Trove
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As John Hardy turns 50, Reed Krakoff Reflects on the Power of American Design
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Yeah! Yeah! Usher is the New Face of Ralph Lauren Fragrance
Programs
CFDA’s Professional Development programming provides Members with relevant, practical information to operate their businesses more effectively, while also helping them to gain valuable insights and develop strategy for growth.
Resources
Resources
Sustainability Resource Hub
An open access knowledge-sharing platform designed for exploring fashion strategies-centered tools and storied information.
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Supply Chain & Manufacturing
CFDA’s hub across local manufacturing, supply chain and production resources.
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Materials Hub
An open-access resource dedicated to assisting the fashion industry in discovering and connecting with key innovators, vendors, and resources across fashion’s global material sourcing community.
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Members
To be a member of the CFDA is to belong to an esteemed group of America’s foremost fashion, jewelry, eyewear and accessory designers.
News
News & Insights
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Alexis Bittar Debuts Documentary at NYC Premiere
Friends of the CFDA
Renna Jewels Is the Latest Designer in Residency at Trove
As John Hardy turns 50, Reed Krakoff Reflects on the Power of American Design
Krakoff, who successfully rejuvenated two American legacy houses, is bringing his magic touch to the beloved Balinese-founded jewelry brand.
Yeah! Yeah! Usher is the New Face of Ralph Lauren Fragrance
Ralph’s Club New York Eau de Parfum marks Usher’s first fragrance campaign and the brand’s inaugural collaboration with a musical artist.
What’s at Stake for the NYC Garment District
The MSMX Zoning Plan could change the heart of American fashion in New York.
Allison Sarofim Fêtes Loulu Hawaiʻi Moda Operandi Launch with Lauren Santo Domingo
Guests at the Ritz Paris Summer Terrace cocktail included Anna Wintour, Zac Posen, Tina Leung, Briony Raymond, Caro Daur and Christian Louboutin.
Fashion Calendar
The Fashion Calendar is the premier event resource for fashion, beauty, media, and culture.
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New York Fashion Week
The CFDA solely owns and organizes the Fashion Calendar and Official New York Fashion Week Schedule.
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Our Mission
The Council of Fashion Designers of America strengthens the impact of American fashion globally by amplifying creative excellence, business longevity, and positive impact.
Partners & Supporters
Our Strategic Partnerships Group is a community of high profile businesses which creates custom programming that meets their needs and provides value to CFDA members.
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