The Gap
Global recognition for Latin American design has historically routed through institutions built elsewhere, for other markets. LFA™ exists to set the standard from within the region itself.
Recognition · Influence · Commerce
The Highest Honor
in Latin Fashion
LATIN FASHION AWARDS™ is the institution behind Latin fashion's global recognition — its Academy, its year-round work, and the annual ceremony that carries its verdict to the world.
Scroll to explore ↓Why Latin Fashion Awards™
Latin creativity has shaped global fashion for generations.
LFA™ exists to give that influence a stage, an institution, and a global standard of recognition.
The Criteria
Honorees are selected by a confidential Academy of editors, retailers, and prior honorees — evaluated on craft, cultural contribution, and commercial impact, not visibility alone.
The Purpose
Recognition is the visible output. The underlying work is building a year-round infrastructure that connects Latin designers to industry, capital, and audience.
The Founder
Sobeidy Vidal
Founder & Executive Producer
LATIN FASHION AWARDS™
Sobeidy Vidal founded the LATIN FASHION AWARDS™ in Washington, D.C. in 2009, establishing an institution dedicated to recognizing and advancing Latin fashion globally.
The Strategic Backbone
Recognition.
Influence.
Commerce.
Recognition
Celebrating excellence across Latin fashion through a rigorous, criteria-based Academy selection process.
Influence
Giving Latin creative talent greater global visibility and cultural authority on the international stage.
Commerce
Connecting talent and brands with buyers, investors, media, and real economic opportunity — not celebration alone.
THE INSTITUTION BEHIND THE HONOR