Jamaican designer Rachel Scott was emotional as she accepted the American Womenswear Designer of the Year award at the CFDA Awards in Manhattan. Thanking her mother and the women in Jamaica who crochet her designs, Scott expressed gratitude for the recognition. With a background working for designers like Rachel Comey, Scott is known for her exquisite knitted designs and previously won the Emerging Designer of the Year Award.
The CFDA Awards ceremony, held at the American Museum of Natural History, attracted celebrities like Katie Holmes and Kylie Jenner, as well as fashion industry insiders. Erykah Badu was honored with the Fashion Icon Award, playfully accepting the award wearing a headdress of jewels and a Thom Browne jacket.
Scott’s heartfelt acceptance speech and Badu’s stylish award presentation were highlights of the evening as the fashion industry came together to celebrate the best in design. The CFDA Awards showcase the talent and creativity of designers, with Scott standing out as a rising star in the world of American womenswear. The event was a night to remember, full of glamour, emotion, and appreciation for the hard work and dedication of those in the fashion industry.
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