New York City’s American Museum of Natural History was the place to be on Nov. 3 for the Council of Fashion Designers of America’s (CFDA) annual fashion awards event. Teyana Taylor was the host of this year’s celebration of the best in fashion, while stars including Ava DuVernay and Naomi Campbell were among the evening’s presenters. But one of the highlights of the night was A$AP Rocky’s heartfelt acceptance speech after former Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour presented him with the Fashion Icon award.
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In case you weren’t able to catch the arrivals yourself, here are some of the stylish Black stars who showed up to the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards.
Rihanna & A$AP Rocky
New parents and style stars Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are all smiles as they arrive at the event.
A$AP Rocky, Fashion Icon
A$AP Rocky dedicated his Fashion Icon Award to his partner, Rihanna, who he said inspires him in his acceptance speech.
“Omg I genuinely neeeeeddddd my future husband to love me thiiiissss muuucccchhh!!!!!!!!” wrote someone on TikTok .
Teyana Taylor
Host Teyana Taylor looks glamorous in white and black separates with beautiful chain accessories.
Naomi Campbell
Supermodel Naomi Campbell is the epitome of cool in a white, belted floor-length trench coat, sunglasses, and asymmetrical bob.
Angel Reese
Fresh off her Victoria’s Secret runway debut, WNBA star Angel Reese stuns in a black mini tube dress.
Ava DuVernay
Writer-director Ava DuVernay looks chic in this all-black everything look from head to toe.
Ciara
The only thing we love more than Ciara’s white double-breasted suit is her gorgeous white overcoat.
Saweetie
Rapper Saweetie looks beautiful in blue.
Stefon Diggs
NFL wide receiver and dad-to-be Stefon Diggs walked the carpet in a tailored double-breasted jacket.
Venus Williams
Tennis superstar Venus Williams wears a beautiful bodycon midi dress.
Ego Nwodim
“Saturday Night Live” alum Ego Nwodim is glowing in colorful separates.
Olandria Carthen
Ever since the show’s finale, “Love Island” star Olandria Carthen’s style has not missed a beat.
Alton Mason
Model Alton Mason always understands the assignment.
Law Roach & Ryan Destiny
Star stylist Law Roach hit the white carpet with his latest muse, actress Ryan Destiny.
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