CFDA Awards 2022: A$AP Rocky Honored as Fashion Icon, Rihanna by His Side
Fashion power couple A$AP Rocky and Rihanna attended the Council of Fashion Designers of America awards ceremony, where Rocky received the prestigious fashion icon award. The event, held at the American Museum of Natural History, was a star-studded affair with guests like Naomi Campbell, Lily Allen, and Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Host Teyana Taylor brought humor to the evening, joking about fashion and courtroom attire.
Rocky, who recently faced legal challenges, expressed gratitude for the support of his team during tough times. He also acknowledged Rihanna, his partner and a previous CFDA fashion icon award winner. The ceremony recognized fashion luminaries like Ralph Lauren, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, and Thom Browne, who received awards in various categories.
Emerging designer Ashlynn Park was honored with the emerging designer of the year award, presented by Addison Rae and Christopher John Rogers. The event also paid tribute to industry legends like Ralph Rucci, Donatella Versace, and Pieter Mulier. Hollywood stars like Julianne Moore, Jennifer Lawrence, and Ava DuVernay presented awards to their friends and colleagues in the fashion world.
The evening featured surprises like a musical performance by Olivia Dean and the traditional serving of chicken pot pie to attendees. Despite the glitz and glamour, the event maintained a sense of tradition and celebration of the fashion industry's creativity and talent.