Janelle Monáe to Receive 2025 Vanguard Spotlight Award at Costume Designers Guild Awards
Janelle Monáe’ is receiving their flowers from the costume design world for their bold style and fearless artistry across music, film, and fashion.
On Thursday, February 6, 2025, Monáe will be honored with the second annual Vanguard Spotlight Award at the 27th Costume Designers Guild Awards (CDGA) live at The Ebell of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, CA.
This prestigious honor celebrates a performing artist who ignites the imaginations of cognoscenti and audiences alike, the Costume Designers Guild Vanguard Spotlight Award is a tribute to a performing artist who sets new standards in their arena, not only for their outstanding achievements but also for their courage as a visionary that serves as an inspiration to us all,” as the award’s description states. Billie Eilish was the inaugural winner this past year.
Additional honorees announced for this year’s event include Zoe Saldaña for the Spotlight Award, Jenny Beavan for the Career Achievement Award, and Salvador Perez for the Distinguished Service Award.
