Serena Williams was honored with the Fashion Icon by the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), becoming the first athlete to receive the prestigious award. The legendary North American tennis player was praised by her countrywoman Jessica Pegula, who defined her as an icon, through an Instagram story of hers.
The US Open social media account shared some of Serena’s most incredible outfits: “In honor of @serenawilliams receiving the @cfda Fashion Icon Award, we’re taking a look back at some of Serena’s most iconic on-court looks.” Pegula shared one of the shots on her Instagram stories, with the simple words: “So iconic.” Serena followed other fashion and style icons who received the Fashion Icon from the Council of Fashion Designers of America, such as Zendaya, Beyonce, Rihanna and Naomi Campbell.
Serena Williams honored with the Fashion Icon
The former tennis star received the Fashion Icon Award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America for her contributions to American fashion.
Serena talked about how fashion was important to her during her career, both during her on-court challenges and during her life off-court….