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Membership

The Application to Become a CFDA Member is Open

May 6, 2026

The CFDA is pleased to announce that the Membership Application is open now through June15, 2026.

CFDA Membership is highly selective and designed to recognize exceptional talent and influence.

Eligibility requirements:

· U.S. citizenship and/or legally headquartered business based in the U.S.;

· A minimum of five (5) years actively designing, producing, and selling original work in apparel, accessories, jewelry, and/or textiles;

· Demonstrated retail and/or -to-consumer (DTC) sales; and

· Strong editorial coverage and a compelling social media presence.

To receive the application, please email Membership@CFDA.com

Pictured: New CFDA inductee Ashlynn Park, CFDA Board Chairman Thom Browne, and designer Cynthia Rowley at the 2025 New Members Cocktail at Nine Orchard; Photo by BFA.com.

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