Queen on Neo-Soul – and Style – Erykah Badu will receive the Fashion Icon award at the 2024 CFDA Fashion Awards presented by Amazon Fashion.

Badu is both a music icon and fashion force whose style inspires global trends. Since Badu’s 1997 debut album, Baduizm, she has been a major influence on pop culture in a multitude of ways, including her distinctive, fearless approach to fashion, from signature headwraps to bold colors, patterns, and a unique mix of new and vintage pieces that celebrate individuality. She has also embraced the work of several American designers including Rick Owens, Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty, and Thom Browne.

“erykah badu and fashion are synonymous in many ways… erykah effortlessly exudes herself, her unique point of view, through the clothing she chooses to wear… and each look she dreams up is so individual and true to herself…,” browne, the chairman of the cfda, said.

“This honor is amazing, and I do not take it for granted,” Badu said. “I’ve always had a love for taking bits and pieces of the things I am attracted to, and creating something far more grand than the sum of those parts. From the music I make, to the looks I put on, to the technology I’m developing, I’m always looking for innovative, exciting ways to be more expressive and connect with people – to be closer to nature.”

Amazon Fashion is the Presenting Partner for the CFDA Fashion Awards.

Additional supporters of the 2024 CFDA Fashion Awards include:

Shop with Google, Supporter of Shop with Google Emerging Designer of the Year Award

Morgan Stanley, Official Financial Partner

Häagen-Dazs, Premium Dessert Partner

Hourglass, Official Beauty Sponsor

WHP Global, Supporter of the Student Viewing Section

Champagne provided by Armand de Brignac

Transportation provided by Rivian

The CFDA Fashion Awards presented by Amazon Fashion will take place on Monday, October 28th, at the American Museum of Natural History.