{"id":50165,"date":"2026-04-08T21:24:14","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T21:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christiancorner.us\/index.php\/2026\/04\/08\/on-the-scene-at-the-fashion-trust-us-awards-olandria-erykah-badu-mindy-kaling-and-others-celebrate-american-design-talent\/"},"modified":"2026-04-08T21:25:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T21:25:09","slug":"on-the-scene-at-the-fashion-trust-us-awards-olandria-erykah-badu-mindy-kaling-and-others-celebrate-american-design-talent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christiancorner.us\/index.php\/2026\/04\/08\/on-the-scene-at-the-fashion-trust-us-awards-olandria-erykah-badu-mindy-kaling-and-others-celebrate-american-design-talent\/","title":{"rendered":"On the scene at the Fashion Trust US Awards: Olandria, Erykah Badu, Mindy Kaling, and others celebrate American design talent"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"block-container\">\n<p>The Fashion Trust US Awards unveiled its 2026 winners in Los Angeles, bringing together a dynamic mix of industry leaders, celebrities and emerging designers for a night dedicated to supporting American fashion talent. honorees included <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/generic-entity?number=0\">Tory Burch<\/a> And <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/generic-entity?number=1\">Michel Lamy<\/a>Both are recognized for their lasting contributions to the industry and their commitment to fostering the next generation of creativity.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-11.jpg\" alt=\"Olandria Erykah Badu on stage at the Fashion Trust US Awards Mindy Kaling and other American design talent celebrate Image 1775658906 11\" class=\"wp-image-607106\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-11.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-11.jpg?resize=1152,1536 1152w, https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-11.jpg?resize=384,512 384w, https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-11.jpg?resize=768,1024 768w, https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-11.jpg?resize=1024,1365 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Held in Los Angeles, the event highlighted the importance of mentorship, funding and visibility for US-based designers, offering vital resources to help advance emerging talent on the global stage. The evening blended fashion with purpose, as attendees gathered to celebrate innovation, craftsmanship, and the future of American style.<\/p>\n<p>Among the stylish crowd were Olandria, Coco Jones, Jodie Smith and others bringing their own unique fashion perspective to the red carpet. The event served as both a celebration and a platform, reinforcing the Fashion Trust&#8217;s mission to invest in the designers who are shaping the next chapter of the industry.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/99999-On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-5.jpg?w=1440\" alt=\"99999 Olandria Erykah Badu on stage at the Fashion Trust US Awards Mindy Kaling and more celebrate American design talent Image 1775658906 5\" class=\"wp-image-607107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/99999-On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-5.jpg 1440w, 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sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Olandria in the region<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/image-1775658906-6.jpg\" alt=\"Image 1775658906 6\" class=\"wp-image-607108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/image-1775658906-6.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/image-1775658906-6.jpg?resize=1152,1536 1152w, https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/image-1775658906-6.jpg?resize=384,512 384w, https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/image-1775658906-6.jpg?resize=768,1024 768w, https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/image-1775658906-6.jpg?resize=1024,1365 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">sharon stone<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1919\" src=\"https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-7.jpg\" alt=\"Olandria Erykah Badu on the scene at the Fashion Trust US Awards Celebrate Mindy Kaling and more American design talent Image 1775658906 7\" class=\"wp-image-607109\" 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https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-7.jpg?resize=1024,1365 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Coco Jones in Cult Gaia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3808\" height=\"5712\" src=\"https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/IMG_3167.jpg\" alt=\"img 3167\" class=\"wp-image-607110\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/IMG_3167.jpg 3808w, https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/IMG_3167.jpg?resize=1024,1536 1024w, https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/IMG_3167.jpg?resize=1365,2048 1365w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3808px) 100vw, 3808px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Claire Sulmers in Robert Wun<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-8.jpg\" alt=\"Olandria Erykah Badu on scene at the Fashion Trust US Awards Celebrate Mindy Kaling and more American design talent Image 1775658906 8\" class=\"wp-image-607111\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fashionbombdaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/On-the-Scene-at-the-Fashion-Trust-U.S.-Awards-Olandria-Erykah-Badu-Mindy-Kaling-and-More-Celebrate-American-Design-Talent-image-1775658906-8.jpg 1440w, 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1440px) 100vw, 1440px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">jodie smith<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>As the night wore on, conversations focused on creativity, resilience and the evolving landscape of fashion, with honorees and attendees alike emphasizing the importance of community and collaboration in moving the industry forward.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-9-16 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p>\n<iframe title=\"#jayrellis and his wife #ninasenicar in @F@Ferrarifashiontrustus\" width=\"801\" height=\"451\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QyT6g6Np5k4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Check out more interviews below.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube 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