# Harlem’s Fashion Row annual awards and investment

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/harlems-fashion-row-annual-awards-and-investment
> Updated: 2026-09-09T22:10:22.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

Harlem’s Fashion Row (HFR) held its 19th Annual Fashion Show & Style Awards on September 8 at The Glasshouse in New York City, serving as a kickoff for New York Fashion Week. The event was designed to celebrate Black culture and creativity while increasing representation within the fashion industry.

During the ceremony, several individuals were honored, including Erykah Badu, who received the Fashion Icon Award, and Brandon Blackwood, named Designer of the Year. Other recipients included Wisdom Kaye, Audrey Smaltz, Jahleel Weaver, and Recho Omondi.

Following the awards, HFR announced a $100,000 investment aimed at supporting emerging designers and providing economic opportunities. Founder Brandice Daniel addressed the event by discussing the organization’s nearly two-decade history and the necessity of community support to sustain its mission.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Harlem’s Fashion Row invests $100,000 in Black designers

Harlem’s Fashion Row kicked off New York Fashion Week with its 19th annual awards, investing $100,000 in emerging Black designers to promote industry representation.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/harlems-fashion-row-invests-100000-in-black-designers

### 2026-08-27: Harlem’s Fashion Row to honor Erykah Badu at NYFW kickoff

Harlem’s Fashion Row will host its 19th Annual Fashion Show & Style Awards on September 8 in NYC, honoring figures like Erykah Badu and Brandon Blackwood to kick off New York Fashion Week.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/harlems-fashion-row-to-honor-erykah-badu-at-nyfw-kickoff

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