The Council of Fashion Designers of America will host the 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards presented by Amazon Fashion on Nov. 2 at the American Museum of Natural History for the fourth year.
Amazon Fashion returns as the presenting partner for the fifth consecutive year.
“The CFDA Fashion Awards presented by Amazon Fashion celebrate the extraordinary artistry, craftsmanship and vision that shape the culture of our industry. American creativity resonates around the world, and we are proud to celebrate our community and grateful to Amazon Fashion and Jenny Freshwater for the continued support,” said Steven Kolb, chief executive officer and president of the CFDA.
Freshwater, vice president of Amazon Fashion and Fitness, added, “Amazon is honored to collaborate with the CFDA and to recognize the extraordinary designers and creative leaders shaping the future of American fashion. As the industry continues to evolve, Amazon Fashion remains committed to championing the innovative talent helping to define style and culture today, creating collections and campaigns that inspire the next generation.”
Additional supporters of the 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards include Google Shopping for the American Emerging Designer of the Year award; official beauty partner MAC Cosmetics, and Krug, official Champagne partner.
Nominees, honorees, presenters and additional event details will be revealed in the coming months.
Last year the CFDA awards named Ralph Lauren American Womenswear Designer of the Year; Thom Browne American Menswear Designer of the Year; Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen of The Row American Accessory Designer of the Year, and Ashlynn Park of Ashlyn Google Shopping American Emerging Designer of the Year, among other award winners.
