The 2024 CFDA Fashion Awards in New York City brought some fascinating fashion moments, featuring a mix of daring designs, red carpet risks, and a few surprises.
Addison Rae managed to surprise in a custom Thom Browne look. After her VMAs bridal outfit, this grey corset paired with an iridescent plaid mermaid gown was a refreshing change. But those towering hoof-like platform shoes stopped me dead in my tracks.
Coco Rocha embraced her love for drama, arriving in a denim Kobi Halperin Spring 2025 jacket and skirt accented with ombre feathers, with more feathers added with the leather gloves. Ever the model, Coco’s approach had all the energy of a photoshoot—maybe more suited to the studio than the red carpet.
Erykah Badu’s Thom Browne look stole the show, thanks largely to her epic headpiece created in collaboration with AI artist PARALLEL, who granted her permission to bring his digital creation to life. Known for her unique style and love of avant-garde headwear, Erykah’s piece was a powerful reminder of her dedication to originality and artistry—a refreshing contrast in a time when online plagiarism is rampant.
Kathryn Hahn also went for Thom Browne, but the effect was a Addams Family-inspired black sequin gown.
Laufey had a rare glam moment wearing a silver and black sequin halter dress from the Rodarte x Beetlejuice collaboration.
Lucy Liu turned heads in a Bach Mai black sequin bodysuit with sharp tailoring—a departure from her usual style, adding a refreshing edge.
Nicole Richie stayed true to her minimalist aesthetic in a leather Proenza Schouler column dress.
Sabrina Elba wore a custom dress by Rachel Scott of Diotima, who collected the American Womenswear Designer of the Year Award at the event. While the dress is giving me visions of sandy beaches and summer vacations, it also serves as an impeccable red carpet look.
Teyana Taylor was as daring as ever, rocking a chest-to-floor cut-out dress by LaQuan Smith, making a case for LaQuan Smith as the new master of cut-outs.
Victoria Monét also wore a LaQuan Smith creation, a sleek, black long-sleeve bodysuit and skirt that was equally daring.
Finally, Yseult’s statement Rick Owens coat expanded dramatically past her head, adding an element of theater and underscoring her knack for bold red carpet style.
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