The Council of Fashion Designers of America awards ceremony — known as « the Oscars of the fashion industry » — attracted some star power Monday night. Host Issa Rae took a swipe at Kanye West in her opening monologue.
« I’m about as fashionable as Kanye is black. Only when it’s convenient, » she said. « That joke was my choice, just like slavery. »
The actress also made a statement with her blue Pyer Moss outfit, which she accessorized with a belt that had a Boris Gardiner song titled « Every N***a Is a Star » on it.
Rae was the first African-American to emcee the event.
West was not present, but his wife, Kim Kardashian West, became the first recipient of the CFDA Influencer Award.
« I’m kind of shocked that I am winning a fashion award when I am naked most of the time, » the reality TV star said in her acceptance speech.
Other celebs in attendance included West’s sister Kendall Jenner, Oprah Winfrey, « Black-ish » star Tracee Ellis Ross, Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o, singer Ciara, model-actress Gigi Hadid and actresses-turned-fashion moguls Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen.
The Fashion Icon Award went to model-actress Naomi Campbell, and Donatella Versace received the International Award.
A full list of winners can be found at CFDA’s site.
