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CFDA 2015: And the most fashionable Americans are…

By Sheena McKenzie, For CNN
Updated 11:45 AM EDT, Fri June 26, 2015
There are plenty of award ceremonies in the fashion industry. But for American designers, the one that really matters is the <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcfda.com%2F" target="_blank" target="_blank">Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) </a>Fashion Awards.<br />The glittering event, held at the Lincoln Center in New York, honors the people working backstage to create the pieces which grace catwalks -- and often celebrity wardrobes -- around the world. <br />Fresh from announcing her pregnancy with her second child, Kim Kardashian, pictured here with husband Kanye West, was one of the high-profile guests at the ceremony.
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian —
There are plenty of award ceremonies in the fashion industry. But for American designers, the one that really matters is the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Fashion Awards.
The glittering event, held at the Lincoln Center in New York, honors the people working backstage to create the pieces which grace catwalks -- and often celebrity wardrobes -- around the world.
Fresh from announcing her pregnancy with her second child, Kim Kardashian, pictured here with husband Kanye West, was one of the high-profile guests at the ceremony.
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He did it. Kanye West makes it clear that it was Pharrell Williams, and not himself, who won the award for Fashion Icon. West called Pharrell "my style idol."
Kanye West and Pharrell Williams —
He did it. Kanye West makes it clear that it was Pharrell Williams, and not himself, who won the award for Fashion Icon. West called Pharrell "my style idol."
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Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen received the award for Womenswear Designer of the Year, for their label, The Row.
Olsen Twins —
Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen received the award for Womenswear Designer of the Year, for their label, The Row.
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Meanwhile, Tom Ford took the title of Menswear Designer of the Year.
Tom Ford —
Meanwhile, Tom Ford took the title of Menswear Designer of the Year.
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Of course, it's not a real fashion event unless Vogue editor Anna Wintour is there.
Anna Wintour —
Of course, it's not a real fashion event unless Vogue editor Anna Wintour is there.
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Or legendary designer Diane von Furstenberg for that matter. <br />Perhaps best known for her famous 1970s wrap dress, the 72-year-old Belgian-born American designer is also President of the CFDA.
Diane von Furstenberg —
Or legendary designer Diane von Furstenberg for that matter.
Perhaps best known for her famous 1970s wrap dress, the 72-year-old Belgian-born American designer is also President of the CFDA.
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Actress Katie Homes made an entrance in a svelte Ralph Lauren dress.
Katie Holmes —
Actress Katie Homes made an entrance in a svelte Ralph Lauren dress.
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Former Spice Girl turned fashion designer, Victoria Beckham, also opted for a figure-hugging number.<br />She's pictured here alongside English fashion journalist, Hamish Bowles -- hardly your shrinking violet in this flamboyant floral suit.
Victoria Beckham and Hamish Bowles —
Former Spice Girl turned fashion designer, Victoria Beckham, also opted for a figure-hugging number.
She's pictured here alongside English fashion journalist, Hamish Bowles -- hardly your shrinking violet in this flamboyant floral suit.
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Shayne Oliver is all attitude as he poses with the Swarovski Award for Menswear, for Hood by Air.
Shayne Oliver —
Shayne Oliver is all attitude as he poses with the Swarovski Award for Menswear, for Hood by Air.
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Actress Juliette Lewis appears delighted with her choice of white fringed skirt and midriff top, alongside designer Christian Siriano
Juliette Lewis and Christian Siriano —
Actress Juliette Lewis appears delighted with her choice of white fringed skirt and midriff top, alongside designer Christian Siriano
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The shoulders were out for Girls actress, Jemima Kirke, and designer, Rosie Assoulin -- winner of the Swarovski Award for Womenswear.
Jemima Kirke and Rosie Assoulin —
The shoulders were out for Girls actress, Jemima Kirke, and designer, Rosie Assoulin -- winner of the Swarovski Award for Womenswear.
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The attendant holding an umbrella for Victoria's Secret model, Lily Aldridge, is clearly captivated. And who can blame him.
Lily Aldridge —
The attendant holding an umbrella for Victoria's Secret model, Lily Aldridge, is clearly captivated. And who can blame him.
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Two very different uses of gold trim from designer Rachel Zoe and musician Janelle Monae. Both awesome.
Rachel Zoe and Janelle Monae —
Two very different uses of gold trim from designer Rachel Zoe and musician Janelle Monae. Both awesome.
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CFDA Vice President and designer, Michael Kors, poses with models Natasha Poly and Anna Ewers.
Natasha Poly, Michael Kors, Anna Ewers —
CFDA Vice President and designer, Michael Kors, poses with models Natasha Poly and Anna Ewers.
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Heading the CDFA's red carpet coverage, was host Kelly Osborne. The entertainer and fashion designer later presented Betsey Johnson with a Lifetime Achievement Award.<br />Johnson (pictured right) might be 72, but that doesn't stop the effervescent designer from doing cartwheels at the end of her shows.<br />
Kelly Osborne and Betsey Johnson —
Heading the CDFA's red carpet coverage, was host Kelly Osborne. The entertainer and fashion designer later presented Betsey Johnson with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Johnson (pictured right) might be 72, but that doesn't stop the effervescent designer from doing cartwheels at the end of her shows.
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Fashion designer Tory Burch, who is also on the CFDA's Board of Directors, opts for an oriental-style pink and gold number.
Tory Burch —
Fashion designer Tory Burch, who is also on the CFDA's Board of Directors, opts for an oriental-style pink and gold number.
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Crystal heiress, Nadja Swarovski, poses with Palestinian model, Gigi Hadid, and American actor Zachary Quinto.
Gigi Hadid, Nadja Swarovski, Zachary Quinto —
Crystal heiress, Nadja Swarovski, poses with Palestinian model, Gigi Hadid, and American actor Zachary Quinto.
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There were many ladies in red on the night. But stylist June Ambrose was hard to beat.
June Ambrose —
There were many ladies in red on the night. But stylist June Ambrose was hard to beat.
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Actor Joshua Jackson opts for a classic tux.
Joshua Jackson —
Actor Joshua Jackson opts for a classic tux.
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Floriana Gavriel and Rachel Mansur took the Swarovski Award for Accessory Design, for their label, Mansur Gavriel.
Floriana Gavriel and Rachel Mansur —
Floriana Gavriel and Rachel Mansur took the Swarovski Award for Accessory Design, for their label, Mansur Gavriel.
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Meanwhile Tabitha Simmons (left), pictured here with model Jessica Hart, was named Accessory Designer of the Year.
Tabitha Simmons and Jessica Hart —
Meanwhile Tabitha Simmons (left), pictured here with model Jessica Hart, was named Accessory Designer of the Year.
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Actress Ashley Judd glows in a ornate golden dress -- she might have someone to carry an umbrella for her, but she's still got to hold her own cape.
Ashley Judd —
Actress Ashley Judd glows in a ornate golden dress -- she might have someone to carry an umbrella for her, but she's still got to hold her own cape.
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