FASHION

BEST-DRESSED GUESTS: CFDA AWARDS

By Spencer Cain, 7 November 2023

Hot take: the first Monday in Nov is giving the first Monday in May a run for its 💰The Met Gala may be *the* most elite red carpet, but tonight’s CFDA Fashion Awards brought the heat to the NYC streets 🗽 Every year, the Council of Fashion Designers of America honours the best & brightest in the style space, and this time around was nothing short of iconic. Scroll for major party-season inspo 🤤

AYO EDEBIRI

From 'Yes, chef' to YES, CHIC 💥 The Bear and Bottoms star set the tone for the chilly eve, wearing New York's forever-fave hue: 🖤 Ayo's sleek high-neck column dress proves that classic is one way to keep it 💯

ANNE HATHAWAY

As the host with the most of the festivities, Miss AH continued her red carpet reign in Ralph Lauren 🤠 Teaming a floral corset with a watercolour print skirt, this lewk was everything and more. The cherry on top? Big, big, big Bulgari bling... coz even Miranda Priestly knows a denim-and-diamonds combo is groundbreaking 💎

SERENA WILLIAMS

When you're the first athlete to ever win the Fashion Icon award (other honourees have included Zendaya, Rih and Queen Bey... NBD), you can't exactly keep it casj. Case in point: Serena Williams 🎾 The GOAT stormed the stage in a custom Thom Browne gown, acing the statement-sleeve trend. When it doubt, add volume and sequins (then repeat).

EMILY RATAJKOWSKI

If a floor-length showstopper just isn't your 〰️aesthetic〰️, don't stress. EmRata has successfully brought a mini moment to autumn thanks to her Tory Burch frock, and the vibes are immaculate 😍

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CHLOË SEVIGNY

It's time for a 90s history lesson, so prep your notepad ✏️ Before social media and reality TV ran the 🌎, Chloë Sevs was on every moodboard thanks to her effortless downtown style. Rocking mellow yellow from top-to-toe may not be on your holiday bingo card, but why not bring a lil ☀️ to a cloudy day (or month)?

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MADELYN CLINE

From the Outer Banks to Manhattan's swankiest soirées, nobody puts Madelyn Cline in a corner. Her sparkling Oscar de la Renta ensemble was a serve of epic proportions, and instantly solidified her belle-of-the-ball status. Lesson? When in doubt, go extra ✨