CFDA: Defining American Style

Thom Browne White Unicorn Chesterfield Wedding Dress, 2018The white chesterfield dress is made in tulle and features a satin stitch unicorn and ic...

Diane Von Furstenberg Gold Ariel Armour Wrap Dress, 2014In February 2014, Diane Von Furstenberg partnered with American Express to celebrate the 4...

Oscar de la Renta Floral Gown, 2021For the 2021 Met Gala titled, In America: A Lexicon of Fashion, Anna Wintour wore this mermaid silhouette with ...

Tom Ford Sequin and Stretch Tulle Evening Dress, 2016Tom Ford’s Multicolor Sequin Anatomical Embroidery Evening Dress was presented at his Spring/...

Proenza Schouler Black Chiffon and Eyelet Dress, 2015This Proenza Schouler was worn by Kim Kardashian to the 2015 CFDA Fashion Awards. Inspired by...

Khaite White Sequin Dress, 2023This floor-length smooth chiffon slip dress was featured as Look 13 for the Khaite Resort 2023 collection. It is fu...

Altuzarra Black Silk Velvet Lisbetta Dress, 2017For the 2017 Academy Governor’s Awards, Margot Robbie requested an Old Hollywood style gown. Josep...

Jason Wu Red Satin Gown, 2013 This Jason Wu Collection custom red duchess satin sculpted strapless gown was created exclusively for Liu Wen, style...

Carolina Herrera Black and White Silk Polka Dot Gown, 2014​​In 2014, Mrs. Herrera wore this custom Carolina Herrera 100% silk faille black and whi...

Ralph Lauren Green Silk Charmeuse Evening Gown, 2022This strapless green silk evening gown was made exclusively for Jessica Chastain to wear in he...

Michael Kors Collection Grey Wool and Cashmere Crystal Pinstripe Jumpsuit, 2021 For the fashion brand’s 40th anniversary, Kors reflected on the jo...

Isaac Mizrahi Black Wool and White Silk Bow Mini Dress, 2011This dress was featured on Look 12 in the Isaac Mizrahi Resort 2011 runway show entitl...

Christian Siriano Red Silk Faille and Crepe Mock Neck Sculpted Mini Dress, 2020Christian Siriano’s Spring 2021 fashion show was conceptualized whi...

Rick Owens Sequin Stretch Denim Tec Gown, 2023Made in Italy, this ensemble can be seen on Look 48 for the Rick Owens’ Fall/Winter 2023 fashion sho...

Zac Posen Orange, Pink, and Gold Silk Jacquard “Mango Leaf” Paisley Printed Dress, 2005This dress was featured on Look 16 in the Zac Posen Fall/Wi...

Public School NYC Black Silk Suit and White Cotton Tunic, 2015Dao-Yi Chow, one of the founding partners of Public School NYC, showcased a custom-d...

Donna Karen “Chiffon Air” Ruby Belted Paneled Evening Dress, 2014This dress was modeled by Karlie Kloss and featured as Look 10 for Donna Karan’s ...

Tommy Hilfiger White Silk and Wool Sculptural Corseted Two-Piece Gown, 2018This custom ensemble was designed by Tommy Hilfiger for Winnie Harlow t...

Alice and Olivia Neon Pink Dress, 2021The day after her wedding on November 11th, 2021, Paris Hilton continued the celebration by hosting a Neon C...

Cushnie et Ochs Midnight Blue Velvet Pantsuit, 2019This deep blue velvet pantsuit is made in Italian sourced fabric, and features beaded floral mo...

Tory Burch Cotton and Silk Handkerchief Embroidered Dress, 2020The Tory Burch Spring/Summer 2020 collection was inspired by Lady Diana Spencer and...

3.1 Phillip Lim Draped Jacquard Pullover and Black Wool Jogger Pant, 2016The 3.1 Phillip Lim Fall/Winter 2016 Collection was inspired by observed ...

Anna Sui Black Satin and White Imitation Fox Fur Jacket, 1994-1995This vintage Anna Sui black jacket is lined with white faux fox fur and features...

Bode Juniper Stripe Double-Breasted Suit, 2023Emily Adams Bode Aujla, head designer and founder of Bode, wore the original suit to accept her awar...

Zero + Maria Cornejo Black Charmeuse and Quilted Matelassé Ena Dress, 2012This dress was presented at the Zero + Maria Cornejo 2012 Fall/Winter fa...

Trigère Orange Wool Cape, 1970sPauline Trigère was a cape specialist, known to drape fabric over a fit model and without a guide or drawing, cut a...

Calvin Klein Ivory Silk Knit Dress and Black Silk Coat, 1988This floor-length ivory silk knit dress features a scoop neck and back with tank-style...

Bob Mackie Ivory, Peach, and Lavender Silk Wrap Gown, 1982From his premiere couture collection, Mackie selected this ivory, peach, and lavender st...

Halston Grey Ultrasuede 3 Piece Suit, 1973Roy Halston Frowick's innovative use of Ultrasuede, introduced in 1972, is presented in this Fall 1973 e...

Ralph Rucci Chestnut Double Faced Cashmere on Black Tulle Jacket, 2008This piece was featured on Look 25 of Ralph Rucci’s Fall/Winter, 2008 Ready-...

Mary McFadden Marii Pleat Gown and Shawl, 1984The Mary McFadden Spring 1984 Medici Collection was inspired by the Italian RenaissanceConstructed f...

James Galanos Black Silk and Floral Print Dress, 1980sCrafted from floral silk chiffon and lace, this dress fastens with meticulously hand-knotted...

Geoffrey Beene Copper, Green, and Gold Collaged Lace Cocktail Dress, 1995This silk blend, Trapeze style cocktail dress, features a flyaway back, e...

Bill Blass Floral Silk Crepe Pantsuit, 1994-1998This multicolor floral print pantsuit is made in Italian heavy silk crepe and is the original samp...

Patrick Kelly Stretch Velvet Animal Print Dress, 1989Kelly worked in fashion his whole life, constantly commentating on significant cultural and r...

Stephen Burrows Pink Silk Top, 1970Burrows rose to prominence in the late 1960s, becoming a key figure in the vibrant and eclectic New York fashio...