The Council of Fashion Designers of America celebrates the designers leading the fashion industry and the stars who love to wear them.
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Meg Ryan
Meg Ryan makes only a few appearances on the red carpet, so seeing her at the CFDA Awards Monday night was refreshing and fun! Her return to the spotlight came with a stunning Christian Siriano gown made of shimmering white fabric in a slinky silhouette.
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Ellie Kemper
“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” star Ellie Kemper stepped out in a feminine frock by Kate Spade. The pale pink dress was embellished with silver crystals that she paired with embellished T-strap pumps.
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Mandy Moore
Mandy Moore presented the award for Accessories Designer of the Year in a leopard print Kate Spade dress. She added a pair of platform Miu Miu heels that featured a pearl accent at the sole for a funky, yet feminine touch.
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Gigi Hadid
Gigi Hadid managed to make a floor-length silky white jacket and matching white gown look effortless in this creation from The Row. The star paired the look with Swarovski crystal encrusted slides and a simple diamond choker.
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Lupita Nyong'o
Lupita Nyong'o opted for a silky dress in a champagne hue for the award ceremony. The one-shoulder Jason Wu piece featured a thigh-high slit that the star paired with fur-trimmed heels.
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Nicole Kidman
The Australian actress chose a classic Oscar de la Renta gown for the evening's event. The strapless velvet dress featured silver lace trim at the hem. The star topped off the look with a dazzling pink necklace.
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Diane Kruger
Diane Kruger wore a stunning cobalt dress from Monse. Ever the fashion icon, the simple silhouette was accented with a gold abstract pattern that almost seemed geode inspired.
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Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington posed on the red carpet in a strapless Prabal Gurung creation with Swarovski accessories. The sunny yellow print was covered in sequins and topped off with a wide, waist-cinching belt. The star added Atelier Swarovski Fine Jewelry to complete the look.
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Bella Hadid
Model Bella Hadid stepped out in a bold pink jacket dress accented with a thick pink belt and bold shoulders. She paired the '80s-inspired look with a slouchy clutch and minimalist black heels.
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Olivia Munn
Olivia Munn opted for an apron-style dress from designer Tanya Taylor in a summery red, white and blue pattern. She paired the look with platform Christian Louboutin heels and a chic topknot.
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Heidi Klum
The "Project Runway" host nailed it once again in a simple white gown from Zac Posen. The model played up the dramatic look with a long necklace that separated to wrap around her waist.
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Kate Bosworth
Kate Bosworth was perfection in this ankle-length gown from Brock Collection. The delicate dress featured simple spaghetti straps and a subtle floral pattern throughout the shimmering fabric. She paired the look with gold accessories.
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Janelle Monae
The always edgy musician and actress wore an asymmetrical suit from Christian Siriano paired with oversized Karen Walker sunglasses. The black-and-white striped ensemble was part crop top, part blazer making an avant-garde look that only Monae could pull off!
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Ashley Olsen, Mary-Kate Olsen
The twin designers stepped out together for the award ceremony in coordinating black-and-white ensembles. Ashley Olsen wore a long-sleeved black gown featuring black buttons from the collar to the hem, while Mary Kate Olsen wore a crisp white button-down shirt with black bottoms.
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Priyanka Chopra
"Baywatch" star Priyanka Chopra stepped out in a custom Michael Kors creation. The black sequined dress featured a subtle herringbone pattern, which the star paired with black platform sandals.
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Brooke Shields
Brooke Shields shut down the red carpet in this Sachin & Babi stunner. The black patterned dress featured a plunging neckline and a saturated floral print for a moody, elegant effect.
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Chloe Grace Moretz
The young starlet opted for a Coach dress with a simple black-and-white pattern. A peter pan collar topped off the look with an effortlessly feminine touch.
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Gabrielle Union
Gabrielle Union stepped out in a dramatic Rodarte ensemble. The long sequined duster jacket capped off a completely sheer, high-neck shirt dotted with white polka dots. She completed the look with a pair of cropped pants studded with embellishments and a pair of simple black sandals.
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Karlie Kloss
Model Karlie Kloss looked like the epitome of New York chic in black Diane von Furstenberg separates. She paired the patent leather skirt with a form-fitting wrap top and added black booties to complete the edgy look.