Diane von Furstenberg received Couture Council Award at FIT luncheon
Diane von Furstenberg was honored with the 2026 Couture Council Award on Thursday afternoon at the Museum at FIT's annual gathering in Manhattan.
Guests wore designer prints
Attendees arrived wearing recognizable patterns and wrap dresses associated with the brand. Tables featured fabric runners created by FIT menswear students using archival ikat designs from 1983. Photographs documenting her career lined the walls of the venue.
Critics praised long career
Vanessa Friedman presented the award to recognize a career extending well beyond the famous dress. FIT president Jason Schupbach thanked her for supporting young creatives and women throughout her entire career. The designer described the recognition as a lovely acknowledgment of her contributions.
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