The 39th annual FN Achievement Awards returned on Wednesday at Cipriani 25 Broadway in New York, celebrating the footwear industry’s top innovators. This year, Pharrell Williams and Adidas will receive the Shoe of the Year award, while Tommy Hilfiger will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting impact on fashion. Other honorees include Coco Gauff , Ronnie Fieg, Wolverine Worldwide, Nordstrom, the Jordan Brand and more.

For 39 years, the annual FN Achievement Awards — often called the “Shoe Oscars” — have celebrated the style stars, best brand stories, ardent philanthropists, emerging talents and industry veterans.

Here, see photos of the 2025 FN Achievement Awards red carpet.

2025 Footwear News Achievement Awards Image Credit: John Nacion

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