Allison Sarofim is the new Chair of Friends of the CFDA.
A founding member of Friends of the CFDA, Sarofim is known for her work in the arts, film, fashion, beauty and philanthropy.
The art collector and patron serves on influential museum committees, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Chairman’s Council, Friends of the Costume Institute as well as the acquisition committee of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and the director’s council of the Whitney Museum of American Art. She is a founding board member of Ballroom Marfa, and the recipient of the 2024 Ballroom Marfa Off The Grid Award. She served as a producer for the acclaimed 2009 film, Tell Them Anything You Want: A Portrait of Maurice Sendak. More recently, Sarofim launched Loulu Hawai‘i, a science-backed clean skincare brand based on advanced botanical research developed in Loulu’s Honolulu-based lab.
“I am deeply honored to step into the role of Chair of Friends of the CFDA. I look forward to building upon its remarkable foundation while exploring new ways to grow our community across the country, cultivate enduring networks of support, and help shape a more dynamic and inclusive future for American fashion,” Sarofim said.
Launched in 2023 by CFDA Chairman Thom Browne, Friends of the CFDA is an invite-only charter consisting of an intimate group of like-minded individuals who are passionate about philanthropy and fashion. It is a highly exclusive group with unprecedented access to the American fashion industry, including exclusive benefits such as invitations to special events, private gatherings with industry leaders, and recognition for their commitment to the CFDA’s mission.
The annual membership fee benefits CFDA’s philanthropic initiatives including Emerging Designer Support, Sustainable Fashion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion programs, and Industry Education and Advocacy, among others.
“Allison has been an integral part of Friends of the CFDA since its inception, bringing a remarkable depth of knowledge and passion for American fashion, the arts, and philanthropy to all that she does,” Browne said. “She possesses a rare ability to foster meaningful connections across creative communities, and I am truly delighted that she has agreed to lead this important group.”
Sarofim succeeds theater producer Jordan Roth, who served as the inaugural Chair of Friends of the CFDA.
