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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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American Image Awards announce 2021 honorees

The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA), representing more than 1,000 brands, retailers, and manufacturers, has announced its honorees for the 2021 American Image Awards, which will be held virtually on June 21. This year’s honorees include HanesBrands, Inc. as the Company of the Year; Gabriela Hearst as the Designer of the Year;...

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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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American Eagle Outfitters, Birkenstock, Eileen Fisher honored at American Image Awards

The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has announced the winners of its 2019 American Image Awards, whose ceremony will be held in New York on April 15. Birkenstock, the German company best known for its cork sandals, won “Company of the Year”, while American Eagle Outfitters will take home the prize of “Retailer of the Year”. The...

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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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AAFA Announces American Image Awards Honorees For 2018 Gala

Today, the American Apparel & Footwear Association announced four industry leaders to be honored at the 2018 AAFA American Image Awards, taking place on April 16 at the historic 583 Park Avenue in New York City. Receiving the prestigious Person of the Year award will be Manny Chirico, Chairman and CEO of PVH Corp. Company of the Year will be the...

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AAFA American Image Awards brings together dynamic fashion industry influencers

The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) drew a dazzling crowd of CEOs, celebrities, athletes, and other fashion industry influencers to its 38th Annual American Image Awards, held at the historical 583 Park Avenue event space in New York City last evening. Hosted by InStyleMagazine founding editor, Hal Rubenstein, the event supported...

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AAFA Names 2016 American Image Awards Honorees

The AAFA today announced Joseph Abboud, BBC International LLC; Shinola Detroit; Christian Siriano; and Iris Apfel as its 2016 American Image Awards honorees. Each enters an illustrious community of fashion icons recognized with the prestigious prize.The awards will be presented May 24 at the 38th Annual American Image Awards in New York City....

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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,...