It was a starry night at the 37th FN Achievement Awards in New York on Wednesday.
Jessica Simpson, Martha Stewart, Lea Michele, Karrueche Tran and more celebrities joined the biggest names in the footwear industry to celebrate style stars, best brand stories, ardent philanthropists, emerging talents and industry veterans.
Jessica Simpson, who was honored with the Icon Award during the event for her namesake footwear brand, arrived with her mom, Tina Simpson. Jessica embraced the sheer trend in a sparkling dress covered in crystals. For shoes, she elevated her look with metallic platforms.
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Jessica founded her eponymous brand with her mom in 2005. In 2022, the singer took back ownership of the business.
Lea Michele, who presented the Designer of the Year award to Gherardo Felloni, creative director of Roger Vivier, also chose a sheer dress. Her white floral ensemble was completed by a dainty black bow at her waist.
Michele has a long relationship with Roger Vivier. For her debut at the Met Gala this year, the actress wore silver platforms by the brand on the event’s red carpet.
Karreuche Tran accompanied Brandon Blackwood on the red carpet. The singer presented the Launch of the Year award to the rising designer.
On the red carpet, Tran walked in a custom Blackwood dress, with his corset-style signature and a dramatic train. She completed her look with black pumps.
Martha Stewart and Snoop Dogg posed together before presenting the Person of the Year award to Michael Greenberg, president and co-founder of Skechers.
Stewart and Dogg wore contrasting styles on the red carpet, with him showcasing his sneakers collaboration with Skechers, while she went gold in peep-toe pumps.
Stewart and Skechers debuted their first footwear collaboration in March. The business icon co-designed her own versions of some of Skechers’ most popular styles, including its Hands Free Slip-ins and Go Walk sandals.
Kate Upton was accompanied by her husband, Justin Verlander. Upton presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to Sam and Libby Edelman during the ceremony.
Wearing a black gown with a backless silhouette, Upton posed with Verlander, who wore a classic tuxedo.
The FNAA 2023 is supported by sponsors Authentic Brands Group, Birdies, Caleres, Crocs, FDRA, Nordstrom, Saucony and Vibram.
