Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin
A seventh-generation Vanderbilt and founder of House of Vanderbilt, she is transforming an American legacy into investment, philanthropy, and opportunity for creative industries.
The honors
Extraordinary journeys.
Lasting contributions.
We recognize sustained excellence, cultural storytelling, and the people whose work makes a lasting contribution to global fashion.
Explore the honors ↓The standard
Not popularity.
Consequence.
Behind every honor is a life dedicated to creating. Our standard considers the craft, the cultural contribution, and the difference the work makes.
Award Recipients & Presenters
A growing legacy
of excellence.
Meet the recipients and presenters whose journeys bring the awards to life—connecting fashion, music, creative leadership, and culture.
Erika Ender
Two-time Latin Grammy winner and co-writer of “Despacito,” a global phenomenon linked to eight Guinness World Records. At LFA™, she presented Nicolás Felizola’s Excellence Award.
Nicolás Felizola
From photographing Alexander McQueen and Givenchy to earning U.S. Congressional recognition, the Venezuelan couturier has built a multidisciplinary career defined by international excellence.
Luisa María Restrepo (Lulu99)
A Colombian digital creator whose personal storytelling has connected with audiences far beyond her home country, bringing a new generation of cultural voices into view.
Agustina Cabaleiro
A voice in the body-positive movement and contemporary media, Agustina uses digital storytelling to challenge exclusionary fashion standards and create space for authentic representation—affirming that style belongs to every body.
Lela Espinal
Recognized in the 2025 awards record for her contribution as an emerging fashion influencer.
Marco Maranghello
Recognized in the 2025 awards record for his work in celebrity styling.
Lázaro Sánchez
Recognized in the 2025 awards record for couture excellence.
Yas González
Recognized in the 2025 awards record for fashion innovation.
Part of a growing legacy of recipients, presenters, designers, artists, and global creators brought together by LATIN FASHION AWARDS™.
The competitive categories
Six pathways of devotion. Selected with care.
2027 submissions open February 5.
Designer of the Year
A distinctive body of work that brings creative vision, skill, and meaningful contribution together during the awards year.
Haute Couture Excellence
Dedicated mastery of made-to-measure craftsmanship, draping, and technical artistry.
Emerging Talent, Américas
A designer under 35 whose early collections introduce a compelling perspective and promise for the future.
Sustainable Vision
Thoughtful innovation in regenerative materials, ethical supply chains, and circular design.
Menswear House of the Year
A label or atelier advancing contemporary tailoring and formalwear with a distinctive point of view.
Cultural Ambassador
Creative work that carries regional heritage into an international conversation.
Additional Honors
Further distinctions and their requirements will be introduced with the official awards cycle.
The Highest Distinction
El Señor
One night. One name. One lasting legacy.
El Señor is the highest special recognition presented by LATIN FASHION AWARDS™. Conferred only once during each ceremony, it honors one individual whose vision, leadership, and body of work have permanently advanced Latin fashion and culture.
Unlike the competitive categories, El Señor is not open for submission. It is reserved for a figure whose influence transcends a single season or achievement.
Inaugural Legacy · Martín PolancoThe spirit of this distinction begins with Martín Polanco—a singular creative force whose work and influence remain part of the living history of Latin fashion.
The Academy
Experience, care,
and shared responsibility.
The LATIN FASHION AWARDS™ Academy brings industry experience to the evaluation of competitive honors. Its work considers the creator’s record, craft, and contribution through the selection process for each edition. Explore the Academy to learn about its role and membership.
Apply to join the Academy
Academy membership is reviewed by application.
Put your work forward
The 2027 roadmap
A new chapter begins with the work—and the story behind it.
Open Submissions
February 5—September 5, 2027
Nominee Announcement
September 15, 2027
Official Nominee Profiles
October 15, 2027
Final Winner Confirmation
Closed board vote · Late October 2027
2027 Awards Cycle
Bring your work.
Tell your story.
Designers, fashion houses, and collections active in the Americas during the awards year may be submitted for Academy consideration. You may nominate your own work or the work of another qualified candidate.
Submission Window
February 5—September 5, 2027
How to Submit
- 01
Choose your category
Identify the category that best reflects the work and its contribution during the awards year.
- 02
Tell your story
Share the nominee’s biography, portfolio or collection link, country, and a short statement explaining the work and why its contribution matters.
- 03
Begin the review process
Eligible submissions are reviewed for completeness before entering the formal nomination and selection process.