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Karlie Kloss and Ashley Graham commanded attention on Wednesday, as they arrived to the Future of Fashion Celebration and Honors event in New York.
The pregnant 30-year-old model – who’s currently expecting her second child with businessman husband Joshua Kushner, 37 – wowed in a fiery jumpsuit with a plunging neckline that showed off her cleavage.
The runway sensation’s look featured elaborate gold straps, which she matched with chunky gold earrings.
Meanwhile Graham, 35, slipped her famous curves into a skintight long-sleeve black dress, which she paired with wrap-around sandal heels.
The evening was hosted by Graham. Kloss was one of the fashion industry leaders who was recognized as the Fashion Icon honoree, along with designer Victor Glemaud, who was named as the Outstanding Alumni honoree.
Two beauties: Karlie Kloss and Ashley Graham commanded attention on Wednesday, as they arrived to the Future of Fashion Celebration and Honors event in New York
The event featured the annual Future of Fashion runway show, with looks created by a group of 2023 graduates of Fashion Institute of Technology’s (FIT) Fashion Design BFA program.
The event benefits the FIT Foundation, which provides the next generation of FIT students with scholarships and more.
The Victoria’s Secret Angel wore her brunette tresses parted in the middle and cascading down her back.
Like Ashley, Karlie also opted for heels to elevate her look, and chose a pair of strappy gold ones.
The beauty let her natural glow shine with very little makeup, aside from the red lipstick which matched her vibrant dress.
Karlie later took to Instagram with a number of fashionable snaps in her stylish outfit as she marveled at being recognized as a fashion icon.
‘As a 13 year old girl from St Louis, Missouri, the idea that I would someday receive an award as a “Fashion Icon” would have been unfathomable. ♥️’
‘For more than half my life, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside brilliant members of the @fitnyc alumni community. I’ve seen firsthand how this institution has provided them the foundational tools to excel and become visionary leaders. ✨’
Fiery! The pregnant 30-year-old model – who’s currently expecting her second child with businessman husband Joshua Kushner, 37 – wowed in a fiery jumpsuit with a plunging neckline
Golden girl: The runway sensation’s look featured elaborate gold straps, which she matched with chunky gold earrings
Bumpin’ along: The Vogue cover girl showed off her baby bump from the side
Vibrant: The beauty let her natural glow shine with very little makeup, aside from the red lipstick which matched her vibrant dress
Elevated: Like Ashley, Karlie also opted for heels to elevate her look, and chose a pair of strappy gold ones
Sizzling mama: The soon-to-be mom of two – who was recognized as the Fashion Icon honoree at the event – showed off her ample cleavage in the racy red number
Bombshell: Graham, 35, who hosted the event, slipped her famous curves into a skintight long-sleeve black dress, which she paired with wrap-around sandal heels
‘What excites me most is how committed the next generation is to catalyzing real change in our industry + the world… the future is very bright.’
Accompanying the post were a number of images from the event, including a sweet selfie with her mom, Tracy Kloss.
She also shared a stunning selfie, showing off her glam and jewelry for the night.
‘See you soon @fitnyc ❤️,’ she wrote in the caption.
She also took to her Stories to promote young designer Alexis Williams and her senior project which she said ‘brings together STEM and fashion.’
The beauty famously revealed her second pregnancy at the Met Gala, earlier in May.
She and Joshua – whose brother and sister-in-law are Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump – welcomed their first child, son Levi, who is now two, in March 2021.
Meanwhile Ashley also wore a soft glam palette for the night, with just a touch of blush and nude lipstick.
A grand time: The ladies appeared to have a grand time as they posed together at the event
Loving life: The duo made for a picture perfect pair on the red carpet
Dynamic trio: The two were also pictured posing with Haitian-American designer Victor Glemaud, who showed off his style in a pale pink suit and a black turtleneck
Outstanding: Glemaud was named as the Outstanding Alumni honoree at the event
Lovely: The trio also posed with President of the Fashion Institute of Technology Joyce F. Brown, who exused elegance in a blue and green gown
Glowing: The model glowed while striking a pose with her mom Tracy Kloss, who looked elegant in a black gown
Snap happy: Karlie looked in great spirits as she snapped a series of selfies inside the event
Bumping along: The model showcased her blossoming bump in the plunging number
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Meow! Also at the event was designer Andrea Pitter, who sparkled in a blue cheetah sequin suit and a matching shirt
Effortless: Designer Nicole Miller looked effortlessly cool in a black leather jacket and jeans, which she paired with nude espadrille wedges
Elegant: Executive director of the Council of Fashion Designers of America Fern Mallis, 75, looked sophisticated in a white and blue gown with a fringe trim
The host: Graham was seen taking the stage and speaking to the audience at the event
The mom-of-three styled her brunette tresses in a slick bun for the occasion.
As for accessories, she sported a number of gold earrings.
Earlier in the day Karlie and Ashley were pictured arriving to the event hand-in-hand.
The ladies were also seen posing with Haitian-American designer Victor Glemaud, another one of the night’s honorees.
Glemaud showed off his style in a pale pink suit, which he paired with a black turtleneck.
The trio also posed with President of the Fashion Institute of Technology Joyce F. Brown, who exused elegance in a blue and green gown.
In another snap Karlie glowed while striking a pose with her mom Tracy, who looked elegant in a black gown.
Also at the event was designer Andrea Pitter, who sparkled in a blue cheetah sequin suit and a matching shirt.
She completed her look with a pair of pointed-toe black heels with gold accents.
Sweet: Earlier in the day Karlie and Ashley were pictured arriving to the event hand-in-hand
Host and honoree: The evening was hosted by Graham, and Kloss was one of the fashion industry leaders who was honored, along with Glemaud
Expecting: The beauty famously revealed her second pregnancy at the Met Gala, earlier in May
Will it be a boy or girl? Karlie and Joshua – whose brother and sister-in-law are Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump – welcomed their first child, son Levi, who is now two, in March 2021
Andrea wore her black tresses in long braids cascading down her back.
As for glam she went with a delicate look, sporting just a touch of lip gloss.
Designer Nicole Miller looked effortlessly cool in a black leather jacket and jeans, which she paired with nude espadrille wedges.
She finalized the look with a pair of shared and a black purse.
Nicole wore her strawberry-toned tresses in a straight style for the evening.
Executive director of the Council of Fashion Designers of America Fern Mallis, 75, looked sophisticated in a white and blue gown with a fringe trim.
She teamed the ensemble with chunky white boots.
Honored: Karlie later took to Instagram with a number of fashionable snaps in her stylish outfit as she marveled at being recognized as a fashion icon
Cradling the bump: Karlie sweetly cradled her bump in one of the snaps
Strike a pose! The stunner struck a number of poses
Fun in the sun: The beauty basked in the sun in a number of outdoor snaps
Red hot: She also shared a stunning selfie, showing off her glam and jewelry for the night. ‘See you soon @fitnyc ❤️,’ she wrote in the caption
Date with mom: She also shared a selfie with her mom
Program: She shared a photo of the event’s brochure
Inside: She also shared some footage of her from inside the event
New generation: She also took to her Stories to promote young designer Alexis Williams and her senior project which she said ‘brings together STEM and fashion’
Fern accessorized with a multitude of gold bangles on her wrist. She wore her brunette strands parted on the side and styled straight.
In a press release FIT lauded Karlie and Victor for their contributions to fashion.
‘Both individuals have made momentous contributions to the industry throughout their respective careers and have consistently been at the forefront of defining the future of fashion.’
The clothes featured on the runway this year are inspired by ‘personal stories and address wide-ranging themes such as sustainability, gender fluidity, and size inclusivity.’
