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The 2023 Council of Fashion Designers of America Fashion Awards ceremony on Monday night was a star-studded affair.
Tennis legend Serena Williams was honored with the Fashion Icon award during the show, which recognizes contributions from notable figures in fashion.
Williams, who has both a clothing line, S by Serena, and an eponymous fine jewelry collection, is the first athlete to receive the award, according to the CFDA.
She wore a custom look from Thom Browne for the special night.
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Serena Williams attends the 2023 CFDA Fashion Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
"Ever since I was a little girl, I've used fashion as an outlet to express myself -- fashion gave me the confidence to step on the court and own who I was, and where I knew I was going," Williams shared in a statement previously, after it was announced she would receive the award.
Kim Kardashian was in attendance to present Williams with the honor.
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Kim Kardashian attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Other highlights of the night included Demi Moore presenting the Innovation Award to goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, Vanessa Hudgens honoring Vera Wang for her contributions to the bridal industry, and Anne Hathaway, who hosted the show, presenting the American Womenswear Designer of the Year award to Khaite's Catherine Holstein.
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Check out all the looks from the attendees below.
Anne Hathaway
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Anne Hathaway attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Mary J. Blige
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Mary J. Blige attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Demi Moore
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Demi Moore attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Martha Stewart
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Martha Stewart attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Nina Dobrev
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Nina Dobrev attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Teyana Taylor
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Teyana Taylor attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Gwyneth Paltrow
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Gwyneth Paltrow attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Karlie Kloss
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Karlie Kloss attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Rauw Alejandro
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Rauw Alejandro attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Vanessa Hudgens
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Vanessa Hudgens attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Lori Harvey
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Lori Harvey attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Madelyn Cline
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Madelyn Cline attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Quinta Brunson
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Quinta Brunson attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
Molly Ringwald
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Molly Ringwald attends the 2023 CFDA Awards at American Museum of Natural History on Nov. 6, 2023 in New York City.
