Fashion Coalition Launches Petition to Protect NYC’s Garment District Amid Midtown Rezoning Plan
The NYFWDC urges concerned New Yorkers and fashion industry supporters to sign the petition by noon on Monday, May 19.
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Sci-Lume Labs Named 2025 CFDA x Swarovski Foundation Re:Generation Innovation Fund Recipient
The company founded by Oliver Shafaat will receive a $30,000 grant, six months of tailored mentorship, and access to a global network of industry leaders.
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.
James Frazier Rocks First-Ever Men’s Diotima Look for the Met Gala
The Friend of the CFDA wore a custom look from CFDA member and 2024 American Womenswear Designer of the Year Rachel Scott.
Betsey Johnson, Bethann Hardison & More at the 2025 A.C.E. Awards
Jennifer Fisher, Rebecca Minkoff and Reed Krakoff were amongst other CFDA members honored at the gala.
Tailored for You, the Met Gala Red Carpet
All the "Superfine" looks from our CFDA members and American fashion friends.
CFDA Members Shine in “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” Exhibit
Jeffrey Banks, LaQuan Smith, Raul Lopez, Willy Chavarria, and Jacques Agbobly are among the designers at the Costume Institute exhibition.
Doll-ightful! Anna Sui Becomes an Inspiring Women Barbie
The CFDA member is immortalized into an iconic Barbie in celebration of Asian American Heritage Month.
Inside the 2025 American Image Awards
It was a celebration of leaders across the apparel and footwear industries, including Ulla Johnson as Designer of the Year.
Behind The Seams: Edie Parker’s Brett Heyman On Strategies For Success
From custom clutches to next-generation cannabis accessories, the designer shares how bold risks and relentless creativity have fueled the brand’s evolution.
Gigi Burris O’Hara Talks Earth Day at DVF
The CFDA member was joined by female designers Kate Barton, Olivia Cheng and Caroline Zimbalist.
Ulla Johnson on “Living in Her Work”
Musings from the CFDA member ahead of her recognition as Designer of the Year at the 2025 American Image Awards.