Dynasty and Soull Ogun of L’Enchanteur have been named the winners of the prestigious 2024 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund (CVFF). Olympic gold medalist Gabby Thomas announced the winners during the fund’s 20th-anniversary dinner held at Monkey Bar in New York City.
Alongside the Ogun brothers, Jackson Wiederhoeft of Wiederhoeft and Spencer Phipps of Phipps were recognized as runners-up. The winners receive a monetary prize of $300,000, while the runners-up each take home $100,000, alongside business mentorships to support their creative and entrepreneurial growth.
The dinner was hosted by Steven Kolb, CEO of the CFDA, Anna Wintour, Chief Content Officer of Condé Nast and Global Editorial Director of Vogue, and Zac Posen, Executive Vice President and Creative Director of Gap Inc. Reflecting on the significance of the fund, Wintour remarked, “This year’s finalists have shown us that American fashion can thrive when creativity, craft, and consciousness align.”
A new 20th Anniversary Mentorship Award, presented by Gap Inc., was awarded to Grace Ling, who will also receive financial support. Posen will mentor Ling personally and join the 2025 Selection Committee.
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Kolb praised the impact of the fund, stating, “Over twenty years, we’ve witnessed the remarkable journeys of designers who have redefined American fashion, and this year’s finalists continue that legacy.”
Posen added, “Mentorship has been pivotal in my career, and I am excited to help foster the next generation of talent, bringing emerging designers into our creative family at Gap Inc.”
The 2024 finalists represent the future of American fashion and include talents like Taylor Thompson (5000), Connor McKnight, Kate Barton, and Presley Oldham, among others. This year’s CVFF is supported by Gap Inc., Nordstrom, Saks, Instagram, and Tommy Hilfiger, reaffirming the industry’s commitment to nurturing creativity.
The Selection Committee for this year’s fund featured influential figures such as Anna Wintour, Aurora James of Brother Vellies, model Paloma Elsesser, Thom Browne, and Steven Kolb.
The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund continues to serve as a vital platform, empowering emerging designers to push the boundaries of creativity and contribute to the evolution of American fashion.
