Tonight, the 2026 CFDA Awards brought out the the best and brightest in American style. A-listers and industry insiders alike gathered together at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City to honor fashion’s foremost innovators and creators. The awards are always a great moment for recognizing the brands leading the pack now, and a bellwether for which emerging designers are set to take off in the year ahead. With actress Keke Palmer hosting, the show itself promised to be a thoroughly entertaining affair.
But, before the honors were handed out—including, the international designer of the year award to Anthony Vaccarello, the lifetime achievement award to photographers Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, and the icon award to architect Peter Marino—stars, editors, designers, and their muses hit the red carpet. Many opted for the classics, or pared-back, monochromatic attire. But, a few standout gold looks added some sparkle. Predictably, there was a strong contingent of stars in Vaccarello’s Saint Laurent. Hailey Bieber, Zoë Kravitz, Anja Rubik, and Rosé glittered in pieces from his latest, and last, collection for the brand.
Which were your favorite looks? Below, see Vogue’s picks for the best dressed stars at the 2026 CFDA Awards, and be sure to vote for your favorite.
