Designers

The Council of Fashion Designers of America offers a variety of programs aimed at supporting American fashion designers and strengthening the U.S. fashion industry. These initiatives focus on business development, education, sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and advocacy.

CFDA / Vogue Fashion Fund

The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund was established in 2003 to help emerging American design talent find continued success in the business of fashion.

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CFDA x eBay Circular Fashion Fund

Tiffany & Co. x CFDA Jewelry Designer Award

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CFDA/VOGUE FASHION FUND

Meet the 2025 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Finalists

The winner and two runners-up will be announced at a celebratory dinner gala on November 18th, 2025.

NEW YORK FASHION WEEK

The September 2025 Official NYFW Schedule Application is Open

The CFDA Fashion Calendar invites designers to apply to be on the Official NYFW Schedule for the September 2025 season.

SCHOLARSHIPS

CFDA Launches 2025 Scholarship Fund Application Honoring Elsa Klensch

Applications for students are now open through Friday, May 16.