Jessica Simpson dressed just like the star she is to obtain the Icon Award at Footwear Information’ thirty seventh annual Achievement Awards.
The 43-year-old singer and dressmaker graced the Wednesday, November 29, soirée — which was hosted at Cipriani South Avenue in New York Metropolis — in a glittery sheer costume that confirmed off her curves. The ground-length ensemble featured a excessive neckline and a clear bodice that was coated in jewels, which fell right into a fitted skirt adorned with drapes of beads.
Simpson paired the glittery quantity with metallic platform sandal heels, dangling diamond earrings and lengthy chrome acrylic nails. For glam, she opted for dramatic lashes, heavy eyeliner and a pink lip. Simpson wore her blonde mane in free curls, parted down the center.
On the crimson carpet, Simpson posed solo and along with her mom, Tina Simpson, who rocked a black embroidered jumpsuit and a velvet blazer.
Jessica acquired the Icon Award for her work in music and style, particularly within the shoe class along with her namesake footwear assortment.
“An icon is someone who is not afraid to take risks,” Jessica stated in her November FN cowl story, which coincided with the ceremony. “Often, their choices don’t make sense in the immediate, but they’re part of an enlightened understanding of the big picture. It’s someone who transcends a particular time or place and defines a moment.”
Jessica’s accolade is definitely a full-circle second for her as she and her mom formally reacquired full possession of the shoe model in 2021 from Sequential Manufacturers Group, who purchased the corporate in a $117 million deal in 2015. (Jessica first launched the label in 2005 beneath the Camuto Group.)
“It means the absolute world to me to be able to take over complete ownership of my brand,” Jessica beforehand advised FN in 2021. “After 16 years in business I feel ready to meet this next exciting phrase with open arms. I know the sky is the limit when my mom, our incredible team an I lock into our customers completely.”
Forward of the FN Awards, Jessica gushed in regards to the tribute by way of Instagram on November 9, writing, “I am so honored to be receiving the Icon Award from @FootwearNews and @Michael_Atmore. I had a purpose before anyone had an opinion and it is beautiful to be celebrated for trusting my own voice.”
She added, “I am honored that my spirit has connected with people who need it in ways that are obvious and ways that are more subliminal. The fact that Footwear News is bestowing that title on this gal from Texas helps to illuminate the path ahead.”