On January 12, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) announced that Zac Posen has been named Designer of the Year at the 2026 American Image Awards.
Awards
The latest updates on fashion, beauty, and luxury industry awards, including emerging talent recognition, global honors, and prestigious international prizes.
On November 17, the Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) in New York City unveiled new details about the 2026 Met Gala and its upcoming exhibition.
On November 10, the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, one of the most prestigious platforms that spotlights emerging American designers, announced the winners of its 2025 edition.
On November 10, the British Fashion Council (BFC) announced that Rei Kawakubo, Adrian Joffe, and Dickon Bowden will receive the Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator at The Fashion Awards 2025 (TFA), taking place on December 1, 2025, at the Royal Albert Hall in London.
On November 3, the 2025 CFDA Awards were held at the American Museum of Natural History, celebrating the talent and diversity that define the American fashion industry.
On September 3, Japanese designer Soshi Otsuki, the creative force behind the brand Soshiotsuki, was awarded the 2025 LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers.
On June 9, the Couture Council of The Museum at FIT in New York announced that Olivier Rousteing, Creative Director of Balmain, will receive the 2025 Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion.
On June 3, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and Vogue officially announced the 10 finalists for the 2025 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund (CVFF).
On May 30, LOEWE, the Spanish luxury brand, announced the winners of the 2025 LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize.
On May 14, Loro Piana, the Italian brand renowned for its finest cashmere and wool, announced the winners of the 9th edition of its Knit Design Award 2025.