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Need-Now Pieces From CFDA Fashion Award Nominees

by Kristi Mikesky

Major congrats are in order for this year’s CFDA Fashion Award nominees, which span the likes of seasoned veterans such as Marc Jacobs and Michael Kors to up-and-coming names including Rosie Assoulin and Ryan Roche. In honor of the impending ceremony, which will take place on June 1 at Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center, we rounded up key pieces to splurge on now from the brilliant minds of some of this year’s contenders.

The Python-Printed Pieces

Nominees: Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez for Proenza Schouler for Womenswear Designer of the Year and Accessories Designer of the Year

The Asymmetric Dress

Nominee: Joseph Altuzarra for Altuzarra for Womenswear Designer of the Year

The Statement Earrings

Nominee: Irene Neuwirth for Accessories Designer of the Year

The Disco-Ready Frock

Nominee: Marc Jacobs for Womenswear Designer of the Year

The Floral Midi Skirt

Nominee: Michael Kors for Womenswear Designer of the Year

The Crisp White Dress

Nominees: Dao-Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne for Public School for Swarovski Award for Womenswear

The Brightly Hued Hero Piece

Nominee: Rosie Assoulin for Swarovski Award for Womenswear

The Festival-Ready Vest

Nominee: Ryan Roche for Swarovski Award for Womenswear

The Espadrille Sandals

Nominee: Tabitha Simmons for Accessories Designer of the Year

The Understated Staples

Nominees: Ashley Olsen and Mary-Kate Olsen for The Row for Womenswear Designer of the Year and Accessories Designer of the Year

The Sporty Clutch

Nominee: Alexander Wang for Accessories Designer of the Year