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I have the best job in the world - Designer of the Year Wes Gordon at American Image Awards

The American Image Awards welcomed leaders and advocates across the apparel and footwear industries on Tuesday night for a gala dinner of halibut, specialty cocktail, the Dusty Rose, and an awards ceremony in the auspicious Gotham Hall which is celebrating its centenary this year. Todd Snyder sipped champagne and chatted near the bar, having...

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A resilient tone marks the American Image Awards 2020

The horrors of Covid hung over this year’s American Image Awards and that’s what made the first virtual gala of the annual glitzy event all the more compelling to watch. This year has marked us, not only in terms of a country that has just surpassed 200,000 deaths, but in fashion, as one of the hardest hit industries. The event was hosted by CNN...

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AAFA held 41st annual American Image Awards in NYC

The American Apparel & Footwear Association honored accomplishments within the fashion and retail industry with a sold-out and very well-attended gala event last night in New York City's iconic Plaza Hotel. Fashion executives, designers and influencers including Peter Som, Naeem Khan, Nick Graham, Brandon Maxwell, Stacey Bendet, Victor Luis and...

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Video: 40th AAFA American Image Awards

On April 16, 2018, AAFA hosted its 40th AAFA American Image Awards celebrating the accomplishments of the fashion and retail industry. Source: American Apparel & Footwear Association, YouTube.

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Rebecca Minkoff to be honoured by AAFA

Accessories and ready-to-wear designer Rebecca Minkoff has been chosen as the American Apparel and Footwear Association’s Designer of the Year at its annual American Image Awards. Taking place on May 16, the black-tie gala will also honour Wes Card, chief executive officer of The Jones Group, who will receive the Man of the Year award,...