The thirty ninth annual Footwear Information Achievement Awards (FNAAs), occurred at Cipriani 25 Broadway in New York Metropolis final evening, December 3. Greatest referred to as the “Shoe Oscars,” the star-studded pink carpet and awards gala acknowledges footwear’s most influential names, standout moments, largest model tales, ardent philanthropists, rising skills, and business veterans.
The extremely anticipated 2025 occasion honored Pharrell Williams and Adidas with the coveted Shoe of the 12 months Award and designer & philanthropist Tommy Hilfiger with the Lifetime Achievement Award, amongst a lineup of honorees shaping the way forward for trend, sport, and retail.
“The category of 2025 is a strong mixture of legends, new skills and breakout stars. In probably the most difficult years on file, the FNAA winners’ listing is proof that the most effective thrive in any situation,” stated Michael Atmore, Chief Model Officer of Fairchild Media Group and Editor-in-Chief of Footwear Information and WWD. “Our 14 honorees are proof optimistic that attempting instances name for creative management and laser focus. These shining success tales all have an fascinating backstory that led them to the rostrum.”
“The FNAAs are the business’s highest honor of the yr,” stated Amanda Smith, CEO of Fairchild Media Group. “Because the main voice available in the market, Footwear Information celebrates the progressive manufacturers and leaders that drive the business. You will need to honor and rejoice their work. This yr is larger and higher than ever, and we’re thrilled for what’s to return.”
Pharrell Williams, Helen Lasichanh Williams and Spike Lee
The winners of the 2025 Footwear Information Achievement Awards are:
Shoe of the 12 months: Virginia Adistar Jellyfish by Pharrell Williams
Lifetime Achievement Award: Tommy Hilfiger
Individual of the 12 months: Ronnie Fieg, Founder, CEO & Inventive Director Kith
Firm of the 12 months: Wolverine Worldwide, accepted by Chris Hufnagel, CEO
Designer of the 12 months: Nina Christen, Founder & Inventive Director Christen and Design Director, Sneakers, Dior
Retailer of the 12 months: Nordstrom, accepted by Pete Nordstrom
Model of the 12 months: Jordan Model, accepted by Sarah Mensah, President, Jordan Model
Collaboration of the 12 months: New Stability x Miu Miu, accepted by Joe Preston, President & CEO, New Stability and Roberto Massardi, Chief Enterprise Improvement Officer, Prada Group
Model Influencer of the 12 months: Coco Gauff
Launch of the 12 months: Favourite Daughter, accepted by Sara & Erin Foster, Co-Founders
Rising Expertise Award: Jurgita Dileviciute & Denitsa Bumbarova, Co-Founders and Inventive Administrators, Jude
Corridor of Fame:
Michael Greenberg, Co-Founder and President, Skechers
Laura O’Brien, Govt Director, The Atlanta Shoe Market
Massimo and Sabrina Bonini, Co-Founders Massimo Bonini
Pusha T and Pharrell
Presenters included: Pusha T (Shoe of the 12 months), Patrick Schwarzenegger (Lifetime Achievement Award), Michael Strahan (Individual of the 12 months, Ronnie Fieg), Jeff Daniels (Firm of the 12 months, Wolverine Worldwide), June Ambrose (Designer of the 12 months, Nina Christen), Kenneth Cole (Retailer of the 12 months, Nordstrom), Nigel Sylvester (Model of the 12 months, Jordan Model), Coco Gauff (Collaboration of the 12 months, New Stability x Miu Miu), Storm Reid (Model Influencer of the 12 months, Coco Gauff), Gayle King (Launch of the 12 months, Favourite Daughter), Olivia Palermo (Rising Expertise, Jude), Howie Mandel (Corridor of Fame – Michael Greenberg), Amina Muaddi (Corridor of Fame – Massimo-Bonini) and Nikki O’Brien & Scott Conwell (Corridor of Fame – Laura O’Brien).
Particular friends included: Spike Lee, Christie Brinkley, Sailor Brinkley Prepare dinner, Nicky Hilton, Futura, Helen Lasichanh Williams, Johannes Huebl and extra.
Pusha T, Michael Atmore and Pharrell Williams
Photos courtesy of Footwear Information
