This years CFDA Fashion Awards, on June 2, will be hosted by film director and screenwriter, John Waters. The event will be held at Alice Tully Hall, in Lincoln Center.
The Awards recognize extraordinary contributions to the fashion industry, made by individuals in various fields. Nominations are made by The CFDA Fashion Awards Guild. More information about the awards can be found here.
Nominees:
Womenswear Designer of the Year:
Alexander Wang
Joseph Altuzarra
Marc Jacobs
Menswear Designer of the Year:
Thom Browne
Marcus Wainwright & David Neville, Rag & Bone
Dao-Yi Chow & Maxwell Osborne, Public School
Accessories Designer of the Year:
Alexander Wang
Jack McCollough & Lazaro Hernandez, Proenza Schouler
Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen, The Row
Swarovski Award for Womenswear:
Shane Gabier & Christopher Peters, Creatures of the Wind
Rosie Assoulin
Wes Gordon
Swarovski Award for Menswear:
Tim Coppens
Todd Snyder
Shayne Oliver for Hood by Air
Swarovski Award for Accessories:
Irene Neuwirth
Jennifer Fisher
Marc Alary
The Founder’s Award in Honor of Elanor Lambert:
Bethann Hardison
Board of Director’s Tribute:
Ruth Finley
Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award:
Tom Ford
International Award:
Raf Simons for Dior
The Media Award in Honor of Eugenia Sheppard:
Paul Cavaco
Fashion Icon Award:
Rihanna
Who are your favorites?