12/15/2025
From “I never thought I’d be welcome from the fashion industry and this felt like a big hug, a big embrace from the fasion crowd” - Daveed Baptiste () as he wins the 2026 CFDA () Empowered Vision Award
Daveed Baptiste, one of our featured designers at the 2025 Harlem’s Fashion Row Fashion Show & Style Awards, has been named the recipient of the 2026 CFDA Empowered Vision Award, presented by Imaan Hammam ( ) and Edward Buchanan () at a celebration in New York City.
This moment reflects what we’ve witnessed firsthand: a designer rooted in culture, storytelling, and intentional growth, building a brand with both creative and commercial vision.
Congratulations, Daveed. 🤎✨