The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and Vogue are pleased to announce the finalists of the 2026 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund (CVFF).
The ten finalists are:
“The 2026 finalists reflect the depth of talent and creativity emerging across American fashion today. Their unique perspectives and strong sense of purpose represent the future of our industry,” Steven Kolb, CEO and President, CFDA, said. “We are also excited to welcome Chloe Malle, Denise Magid, Yumi Shin, and Christopher John Rogers to this year’s Selection Committee, whose expertise and perspectives will help guide and support the next generation of fashion leaders.”
“As we celebrate America's 250th birthday, this year's CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalists are a timely reminder about the diversity, resourcefulness, and deep creativity of our homegrown talent," Nicole Phelps, Global Director, Vogue Runway & Vogue Business, said.
The winner will receive $300,000 and the two runners-up will each take home $100,000.
The program will also continue to create meaningful business mentorships and a pathway to success for all finalists.
The 2026 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund is generously supported by Bloomingdale’s, Humane World for Animals, Instagram, Nordstrom, and Vogue.
The first designer presentations to the judges take place on Wednesday, June 10th, followed by a celebratory cocktail that evening hosted by Vogue and the CFDA in partnership with Nordstrom.
The members of the 2026 Selection Committee are:
During this year’s Fashion Fund season, Humane World for Animals, a global leader in animal protection for more than 70 years and formerly called the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International, joins as the Design Challenge partner, inviting finalists to take part in the Material Innovation Challenge, highlighting innovative bio-based textiles that help steer the fashion industry toward a sustainable and cruelty-free future.
The Fashion Fund winner will be announced on October 20th, 2026 at a celebratory dinner gala in New York City.
