James Frazier Introduces Daveed Baptiste’s Sartorial – and Sculptural – Vision to the Met Gala
Frazier wore a custom look by the 2025 Empowered Vision Award winner to Monday’s Met Gala. From sketch to suit, we followed the process.
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Lauren Levison & The Peninsula New York Co-host Save Venice Pre-Cocktail
The chic soiree brought out a glamourous group including Kate Mara, Dr. Macrene Alexiades, Gigi Burris, Andrew Kwon, Isaac Boots, and Kate Barton.
Dr. Macrene Alexiades Introduces Handbags
A founding member of Friends of the CFDA, Dr. Alexiades is venturing into fashion with a chic weekender and clutch bag.
Get Inked by Thom Browne, Gabriela Hearst and More via JOOPITER’s Tattoo Auction
Curated by Friend of the CFDA Sharon Coplan Hurowitz, "Inked: Tattoos by Contemporary Artists" auctions artwork by contemporary artists from Oct.22-31.
Alta Rings the Nasdaq Closing Bell with Bach Mai
Friend of the CFDA Jenny Wang is continuing to grow her A.I. business and bringing the technology to help designers engage with new audiences.
Renna Jewels Is the Latest Designer in Residency at Trove
The Friend of the CFDA's immersive retail experience features over 100 pieces of jewelry for purchase through August 28.
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.
Todd Snyder Welcomes Friends of the CFDA
The CFDA member's NoMad store was the perfect setting for the chic soiree.
Dr. Macrene Alexiades Launches Beauty Line at Bergdorf Goodman
The intimate event, co-hosted by Nicky Hilton Rothschild, gathered friends to clink champagne glasses and experience the line firsthand.
Nordstrom, Friends of the CFDA and Vogue100 Celebrate Secure The SPACE
Ashlynn Park of ASHLYN was selected as this year’s winner and her collection will be carried at select Nordstrom stores in the upcoming year.
Lauren Levison, an American Fashion Advocate
From first-ever jewelry stylist for television, learn more about the Friend of the CFDA and her passions for the industry.
Raúl Peñaranda’s Design Practice Always Leads With a Humble Heart
The designer is using his dreams and ambition to carve his own path, his own way.