THE COUNCIL OF FASHION DESIGNERS OF AMERICA, INC (CFDA)
At the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), I serve as a contributing writer and content producer, creating editorial stories that explore fashion’s relationship to identity, storytelling, and cultural impact. My work focuses on amplifying underrepresented voices while examining how branding and creative direction shape public narratives.
I’ve profiled CFDA members including Mike Amiri, Willy Chavarria, Adam and Ryan Goldstone, and Michael Saiger, highlighting their approach to branding and the deeper cultural lineages behind their work.
Some of my key editorial series include:
Your Story Told Your Way – featuring independent designers like Ev Bravado, Kingsley Gbadegesin, and Shanel Campbell, told through the lens of personal identity and legacy.
Behind the Scenes – spotlighting creative forces like Gayle Dizon and Anthony Brooks who drive the industry from behind the curtain.
Fashion Week Coverage – documenting pivotal shows from Phillip Lim, KidSuper, and CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalists with a focus on creative process and impact.
Cultural and Social Advocacy – writing about Black Dandyism, disability justice in fashion, and how spirituality informs the style of Black women.
Digital Influence, Music, and Retail – covering voices like Taylor Hawkins and Candace Marie, DJs shaping legacy through fashion, and retail pioneers like Jeffrey Kalinsky.
Sustainability Reporting – contributing to CFDA’s “Good Talks” series with insights on circularity and textile innovation.
Alongside the writing, I’ve worked with a range of photographers across New York City to develop original visuals that bring each story to life. Through all of this work, I aim to bring care, context, and cultural critique to the fashion stories we tell, and to expand who gets seen, heard, and celebrated in this industry.
Every image above comes directly from the stories I’ve written and produced.
CFDA Member Profiles
Rachel Scott & Henry Zankov on Self-Awareness and Community
How Miansai Fosters a Community of Creators
Mike Amiri’s Tribute to the Rawness and Glamour of Old Hollywood
How Oprah Winfrey Influenced LaPointe Spring 2025
Teddy Von Ranson Values Heritage, Joy & Community
Trends, Culture & Luxury Through LaQuan Smith’s Lens
How Adam and Ryan Goldston Reshaped Athletic Footwear
American Fashion & the Power of Storytelling
Catching Up with 2023 American Menswear Designer of the Year Willy Chavarria
Ron Chereskin Is Back in the Art World
How Jamie Okuma Explores Fashion & Art Through Multicultural Identities
Love Binetti Pops Up on the East Coast
Article Series
Your Story Told Your Way
Behind the Scenes
Fashion Week Coverage
How CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Finalists Took on NYFW
KidSuper Does Funny Business at the Apollo Theater
Phillip Lim Is Back at NYFW with The Final New York Series
Social & Cultural Advocacy
Delving into the Essence of Black Dandyism
How Dress and Spirituality Inspires Black Women in Fashion