Celebrating Excellence at the Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards 2024
Written by Fête Chinoise Editorial team
Photography: George Pimentel Photography
It’s that time of year again for the Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards (CAFA)! This annual event celebrates the top artists, influencers, and business leaders in Canada’s fashion industry. Hosted by Canadian drag artist and television personality Brooke Lynn Hytes, this year’s gala took place at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel.
In addition to honouring established and emerging talents, CAFA announced the launch of the Indigenous Fashion Award, shining a spotlight on Indigenous designers and artisans across the country.
“Our goal is to create opportunities for mentorship and collaboration, fostering a vibrant ecosystem that honours tradition while embracing innovation and business development opportunities.”
Vicky Milner and Jee-Yun Lee
Lisa Kisber
Fashion is celebrated in many forms, and as part of CAFA’s philanthropic commitments, the 2024 Gala spotlighted two remarkable organizations: Shelter Movers, a volunteer-powered charity providing moving and storage services for individuals and families fleeing abuse, and End Violence Everywhere (EVE), which offers advocacy services for survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault. Both organizations work tirelessly to support vulnerable communities and promote social change.
Roots: Michael Budman and Don Green
Roots, which celebrated its 50th anniversary last year, received the 2024 Outstanding Achievement Award. Congratulations are also in order for Nobis, which took home the Outerwear Brand of the Year Award. Linda Evangelista was honoured with the 2024 Vanguard Award for her iconic contributions to the industry, while Justice Faith and Nia Faith received a 2024 Changemaker Award for their empowering work through Révolutionnaire and The Rév Shop. Other notable winners included Ben Barry, recognized for his efforts to promote inclusion and equity in fashion education.
Nobis: Robin Yates and Kevin Au-Yeung
Erdem Moralioglu & Linda Evangelista
Scroll down for the full list of winners and more highlights from this dazzling evening!
Justice Faith
Honourees:
2024 Vanguard Award
Linda Evangelista
2024 Changemaker Award
Ben Barry
Justice Faith and Nia Faith
2024 Outstanding Achievement Award
Roots
The Complete Winners List:
The Womenswear Designer of the Year Award
Beaufille
The Menswear Designer of the Year Award
Spencer Badu
Spencer Badu and Ian Rosen
Dalton Dubois
The Award for Emerging Talent, Fashion
Jontay Kahm
The Award for Emerging Talent, Accessories
Steff Eleoff
The Accessory Designer of the Year Award
Maguire
The Outerwear Brand of the Year Award
Nobis
The Fashion Design Student Award
Tia Kureshi
The Image Maker of the Year Award
Richard Bernardin
Mathieu Simoneau
The Stylist of the Year Award
Amber Watkins
The Fresh Face of the Year Award
Dalton Dubois
The Model of the Year Award
Mathieu Simoneau
The Fashion Impact Award
Vanja Vasic, Fashion Art Toronto
The Digital Fashion Creator of the Year Award
Mei Pang
The Sustainability Award:
Kotn
The Makeup Artist of the Year Award
Sabrina Rinaldi
The Hair Artist of the Year Award
Kristjan Hayden
Sadhisha Ambagahawita, Joe Zee, Joanna Lee, Veronica Chu, Steve Parkhill, Ryan McGovern
Brooke Lynn Hytes
Kevin Au-Yeung, Victor Lee, Skye Chan, Sarah Siu, Deborah Lau-YU, Ulysses Wong, john Chai
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