The CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) has unveiled its distinguished honorees for the highly anticipated 2021 CFDA Fashion Awards, recognizing exceptional achievements within the fashion industry.
Zendaya, renowned for her global impact on fashion, is set to receive the esteemed 2021 Fashion Icon award during the awards ceremony scheduled for November 10. Zendaya has consistently captured attention with her memorable red carpet appearances, from the striking all-white Rick Owens ensemble at the ‘Dune’ premiere in London to her tribute to Beyoncé’s 2003 look in a purple Versace dress at the 2021 BET Awards. Notably, Zendaya has played a pioneering role in advocating for gender-fluid fashion designs and inclusive size ranges through her Daya by Zendaya clothing line. She has also lent her support to emerging designers and established fashion houses, serving as a spokesperson for renowned brands such as Lancôme, Bulgari, and Valentino. Zendaya joins an illustrious list of Fashion Icon recipients that includes Beyoncé Knowles, Naomi Campbell, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Jennifer Lopez.
Additionally, the CFDA will bestow the inaugural Face of the Year award upon Anya Taylor-Joy. Taylor-Joy achieved widespread acclaim for her remarkable performance in ‘The Queen’s Gambit’ on Netflix and has graced the covers of numerous esteemed national and international magazines, including Elle, InStyle, L’Officiel, Tatler, Vogue, Vanity Fair, and W Magazine.
The 2021 CFDA Fashion Awards will be held at The Pool + The Grill, a renowned venue located within the iconic Seagram Building on Park Avenue.
These awards serve as a celebration of the remarkable influence and contributions of these two exceptional talents to the fashion realm.
