See Zendaya, Hoyeon Jung, Anya Taylor-Joy & More Looks From the 2021 CFDAs
The 2021 Council of Fashion Designers of America Awards (or, CFDAs for short) took place in New York City on November 10. As usual, celebrities, fashion superstars, models, and more stepped out in their most fabulous looks to support their favorite designers and brands. Christopher John Rogers took home Womenswear Designer of the Year, while Telfar Clemons of Telfar was honored with the Accessories Designer of the Year award. A few celebrities won awards as well, including Zendaya's Fashion Icon and Anya Taylor-Joy's Face of the Year achievements.
Since it was a fashion-centric event, attendees came dressed to impress. Zendaya wore a scarlet red custom dress by Vera Wang (her stylist, Law Roach, was also dressed by the brand), while Anya chose a purple mini Oscar de La Renta dress with a major mod vibe. We also saw Gossip Girl star Evan Mock hit the carpet, as well as Kehlani, Ashley Olsen, and supermodel Cara Delevingne. Treat yourself to a little glamour and check out the best looks from the 2021 CFDA Awards.
Taylor Hill1/34Law Roach and Zendaya
Zendaya and her stylist Law Roach both wore custom Vera Wang on the carpet, with Z stunning in a bandeau bra top and slim gown skirt with a huge peplum. Law wore a gown of black plaid with a leather belt, and both style icons wore their hair in long braids.
Taylor Hill2/34Hoyeon Jung
The Squid Game star and model donned a beautifully draped black Louis Vuitton gown with asymmetrical sleeves. She kept her look simple and chic, wearing her hair in a high bun with just a slick of red lipstick for color.
Taylor Hill3/34Anya Taylor-Joy
The actor threw it back to the '60s in her mod Oscar de la Renta blazer dress with matching purple pumps, adding a cute leopard print hat with a veil and coordinating gloves (plus some big diamonds!) to up the whimsy and fun.
Taylor Hill4/34Cara Delevingne
The supermodel went for a glam androgynous look in a velvet blazer minidress with wide lapels, lace-up black platform boots, and some cool snakelike gold necklaces. Her look was courtesy of Armani and Jennifer Fisher.
Jamie McCarthy5/34Kid Cudi and Eli Russell Linnetz
Musician Kid Cudi and designer Eli Russell Linnetz came as a pair.
Taylor Hill6/34Dapper Dan
The fashion icon and designer, who was honored with the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award wore Gucci, of course, hitting the carpet in a patterned suit jacket, pastel pink pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and mod white sunglasses.
Jamie McCarthy7/34Coach fam
The many faces of Coach gathered together to support the brand. Pictured here are Wisdom Kaye, Anna Collins, creative director Stuart Vevers, Hari Nef, Quincy Brown, Benjamin Seidler, Tommy Dorfman, and Lolo Zouaï — all wearing Coach, of course.
Taylor Hill8/34Anna Wintour
Vogue's Anna Wintour also felt the crimson vibes for the event, wearing a scarlet lace dress, a textured coat, and a diamond collar necklace, plus her signature shades.
Taylor Hill9/34Aubrey Plaza
The actor had a menswear moment in her Thom Browne look, donning a fun twist on the tux in a shirtdress with a tuxedo jacket, bow tie, and sheer stockings. Her bob haircut and red lip added a vampy touch.
Taylor Hill10/34Karrueche Tran
Karrueche also rocked a menswear look, wearing a tuxedo with a cutout midriff. She paired her sleek, chic look with simple sandals, slicked-back hair, and a cute embellished lucky cat bag.
Taylor Hill11/34Aaron Aujla and Emily Bode-Aujla
Emily Bode-Aujla, the designer behind Bode (one of Harry Styles's fave brands!) took home the award for Menswear Designer of the Year. She wore a super cool, retro-style red and brown striped suit and loafers to attend the event.
Taylor Hill12/34Emily Ratajkowski
The model and writer wore a cropped Miu Miu long-sleeved top with a baby blue collar and cuffs, a low-rise pleated skirt, and black and white T-strap pumps.
Taylor Hill13/34Avani Gregg
TikTok star Avani Gregg joined Cara, Aubrey, and Karrueche in their menswear looks, opting for a cropped tuxedo jacket, a cropped white shirt, beaded bag, and a long, sparkling manicure. We loved the touch of rose pink on her lids and lips.
Taylor Hill14/34Kelsey Asbille
Actor Kelsey Asbille opted for a shimmering black corset top, black wide-leg pants, and a white clutch. Her simple long bob, red lips, and minimal accessories kept the look chic and timeless.
Taylor Hill15/34Vera Wang
The designer wore her own design for the event, choosing a purple gown with bold black puffed sleeves and adding a lariat necklace.
Taylor Hill16/34Jeremy O. Harris
Playwright Jeremy O. Harris wore a Wales Bonner look of cropped trousers and a matching jacket, plus a luxuriously tailored navy coat.
Taylor Hill17/34Kehlani
Teen Vogue's May 2020 cover star rocked a sequined R13 varsity jacket, black knee-length shorts, and cowboy boots for the event. A bright cherry red manicure added a pop of color, as did Kehlani's orange eyeshadow.
Taylor Hill18/34Drew Barrymore and Christian Siriano
Drew Barrymore looked like human sunshine in a butter yellow Christian Siriano dress, attending alongside the designer.
Taylor Hill19/34Rachel Zegler
The West Side Story star posed in a Michael Kors Collection look, wearing a shimmering beaded skirt, black top, and wide leather belt.
Taylor Hill20/34Kenneth Nicholson
The designer chose a burgundy red jumpsuit with hip details for the CFDA red carpet.
Taylor Hill21/34BFRND, Demna Gvasalia, and Eliza Douglas
The Balenciaga creative director, who has made a splash with his designs for stars like Kim Kardashian West, was named International Womenswear Designer of the Year and attended the show wearing — what else — Balenciaga. Demna attended alongside painter Eliza Douglas and musician BFRND.
Taylor Hill22/34Jameel Mohammed
The Khiry designer wore a braided black satin ribbon top, black pants, and black shoes.
Taylor Hill23/34LaQuan Smith
Designer LaQuan Smith, a favorite of stars like Kylie Jenner and Dua Lipa, brought the glamour in a low-cut sequin top, fur stole, and striking emerald pendant necklace.
Taylor Hill24/34Zazie Beetz, Kris Brock, Aurora James, Paloma Elsesser, Bethann Hardison, and Benjamin Bronfman
Brother Vellies designer Aurora James attended the awards alongside actor Zazie Beetz, models Bethann Hardison and Paloma Elsesser, designer Kris Brock, and entrepreneur Benjamin Bronfman. Aurora was awarded the Founders Award in Honor of Eleanor Lambert for her 15 Percent Pledge.
Taylor Hill25/34Aminé
The musician looked cool in his tux and tailored trenchcoat, showing off black and white striped socks over his lace-up boots.
Taylor Hill26/34Amelia Rami and Edvin Thompson
Theophilio designer Edvin Thompson attended the awards ceremony in an all-red look with model Amelia Rami, who wore a stunning gown with a long black train and a bright red bag to match Edvin's look. The Teen Vogue Generation Next alum also took home the American Emerging Designer of the Year award.
Sean Zanni27/34Precious Lee
Model Precious Lee wore a tailored black blazer, sheer black tights, and bright red thigh-high boots from Brother Vellies to the awards. She wore her hair in long waves, including a set of curly bangs that just grazed her brows.
Taylor Hill28/34Anok Yai and Carlos Nazario
Editor and stylist Carlos Nazario and model Anok Yai were a perfect pair in chic, tailored black and white looks. Anok wore a white mini blazer dress and silver strappy heels, while Carlos chose a black vest and pants.
Taylor Hill29/34Yeohlee Teng
Designer Yeohlee Teng shimmered in a silver suit, white shirt, and simple black shoes. Yeohlee was honored with the Board of Directors’ Tribute at the ceremony.
Taylor Hill30/34Emily Blunt and Christopher John Rogers
Actor Emily Blunt hit the red carpet in a tangerine orange Christopher John Rogers suit with the designer, who wore a tux short suit and wingtip shoes. CJR took home the Womenswear Designer of the Year award.
Taylor Hill31/34Sydney Giordano and Sara Ziff
Sydney Giordano and Sara Ziff, who attended on behalf of the non-profit Model Alliance, coordinated in oxblood looks. Model Alliance was honored with the Positive Social Influence award.
Taylor Hill32/34Ashley Olsen
The Row designer, who attended without sister and partner Mary-Kate, wore a simple black long-sleeved gown and matching coat of her own design to the event. Ashley accessorized with a black clutch and diamond earrings.
Taylor Hill33/34Dove Cameron and Wes Gordon
The actor looked like a princess in a white Carolina Herrera gown with a bold black bow at the bodice, her newly brunette hair pulled back to show off the dress. Dove posed with Carolina Herrera creative director Wes Gordon.
Taylor Hill34/34Evan Mock
Gossip Girl star Evan Mock went for an all-white moment on the carpet, wearing a complete Maison Margiela look comprised of a white denim jacket, pants, and the iconic Tabi boots. Evan styled his pink hair in spikes and wore a bit of red nail polish.
