And the 2014 CFDA Fashion Awards Winners are…
by Adriano Batista
Last night fashion designers, editors and celebrities came together to celebrate the 2014 CFDA Awards. Film director and screenwriter John Waters was the host for the evening. For the thirteenth year in a row, the evening was generously underwritten by Swarovski.
The evening’s Womenswear Designer of the Year honors went to Joseph Altuzarra for Altuzarra, presented by Lupita Nyong’o. The award for Menswear Designer of the Year was presented to Maxwell Osborne & Dao-Yi Chow for Public School by James Marsden. Mary-Kate Olsen & Ashley Olsen for The Rowtook home the Accessories Designer of the Year Award, presented by Keri Russell.
Rihanna was presented with the Fashion Icon award by Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour who praised the musician for her ability to tell captivating stories through the boldness and beauty of clothes. Rihanna thanked members of the audience: “the designers, the models, and everyone else who has inspired me.”
Greta Gerwig and Sebastian Stan presented the three Swarovski Awards, which honor and recognize emerging talent. The Swarovski Award for Womenswear was given to Shane Gabier & Christopher Peters for Creatures of the Wind. The Swarovski Award for Menswear was presented to Tim Coppens. The Swarovski Award for Accessory Design went to Irene Neuwirth.
The Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Tom Ford by Richard Buckley for his consistent, creative influence on fashion.
The Founder’s Award in honor of Eleanor Lambert was presented to Bethann Hardison by Naomi Campbell for Hardison’s efforts to promote racial diversity in the fashion industry.
The Media Award in honor of Eugenia Sheppard which is given for excellence in journalism, originally created in honor of Eugenia Sheppard, was presented to Paul Cavaco by Allure editor in chief Linda Wells.
Raf Simons of Christian Dior was recognized with this year’s International Award, presented by Marion Cotillard and Dior chief executive officer Sidney Toledano.
Diane von Furstenberg presented the Board of Directors’ Tribute to Ruth Finley, in recognition of her 65 years as founder and publisher of Fashion Calendar.
Sometimes You Don’t Want To Be Here
Charlie Levi by Rachel Dray
Bikkembergs unveiled their latest collab for a new generation of fashion and street culture aficionados at Pitti Uomo 108 with designer Gosha Rubchinskiy reimagining the classic Soccer sneaker.
Patta and Nike reunite for “The New Wave,” a capsule collection centered on the Air Max 90, a silhouette deeply embedded in sneaker culture.
The line is built on simplicity, with each piece serving as a quiet statement rather than an obvious trend.
Designer Charles Jeffrey presented the Spring/Summer 2026 collection for his brand LOVERBOY at the iconic Abbey Road studios.
WAX photographed by Fabio Munis and styled by LaDécadanse Studio, in exclusive for Fucking Young! Online.
Designer Eli Russell Linnetz spins a chaotic tale with The Wild Bunch, inspired by a fictional gang of anarchists (the Dudley Dozens) who turn the California coast into their personal warzone.
MARTINE ROSE returns to the catwalk to present her Spring/Summer 2026 collection.
Through wool and yarn, Liu has made clothes that do more than cover bodies.
JAK is dropping the ATLAS LOW II, an even sharper, more wearable version of its retro-inspired design.
Benji Blue Bills has come a long way since his early boom bap days, now carving a distinct niche in electronic trap with vintage synths and a fresh, immersive sound.
The Schreiberling, meaning “scribbler,” is a limited-edition writing instrument inspired by Montblanc’s historical “Baby” models from the early 20th century.
This collection is about function, simplicity, and the kind of clothes that disappear on your body so you can just move.
For its Spring/Summer 2025 collection, EDWIN Europe turned to photographer Xavier Rony to capture the essence of its “High Life, Low Levels” theme.
Lisbon’s Parque da Bela Vista is about to transform into a three-day musical paradise as MEO KALORAMA returns with its most exciting lineup yet.
This summer, Beyond Retro is all about the call of the open road and the thrill of discovery with its new Wanderlust campaign.
Jean Paul Gaultier opens the doors of his Paris headquarters for Et Gaultier créa l’Homme: Le Male – Passé, Présent, Futur, a sensory exhibition celebrating the iconic fragrance Le Male.
Stone Island and New Balance collaborate again and reimagine the “Numeric 272” sneaker.
Desigual will introduce Desigual Studio, its new premium collection, during a special fashion show in Barcelona on September 10th.
This summer, Jacquemus brings its French Riviera-inspired vision to the Greek islands.
adidas Originals and Sneakersnstuff (SNS) have teamed up for the fifth installment of their SNS GT II, a hybrid sneaker that combines elements from two adidas classics.
Fangs, wings, and other ways to survive. Nicasio Torres and his new paints exhibition in Palo Alto Barcelona. Somewhere between desire and dissidence, a creature with oil-painted wings and graphite claws begins to stir.
More than ever, the students of the Academy were in search for meaning and substance, which made this show a beautiful experience.
The 1990s Japanese rave scene existed in a whirl of distorted visuals, speedcore beats, and DIY rebellion.
K-Gold Temporary Gallery presents Blue Moon, a solo exhibition by Greek artist Yorgos Maraziotis, running from July 12 to August 31, 2025.
Kith and ASICS have joined forces once again for their latest Vintage Tech collection, bringing new life to classic sneaker designs for summer 2025.
Pride month is here, and to celebrate it, Cooper Koch has starred in the Calvin Klein campaign.
This year, Beach House, Kim Deal, Spiritualized, Caribou, Stereolab, and Amaia joined the growing list of recipients for the festival’s Can’t Do Without You Award.
Levi’s transformed its role as Primavera Sound Barcelona’s exclusive denim partner into a full-scale experience this year.
Rombaut’s expansion into swimwear feels less like a product launch and more like a natural progression.
Turnstile bassist Franz Lyons is the latest unexpected face of GUESS JEANS, proving the brand’s commitment to spotlighting authentic voices from music and culture.
