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Pharrell's Shoe of the Year Award Presented by Pusha T
3 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Pharrell will receive the FNAA Shoe of the Year award.
- Pusha T, a fellow Virginia native, will present the award.
- The event honors industry leaders including Tommy Hilfiger.
Pharrell Williams is being honored with the Shoe of the Year award at the upcoming 2025 Footwear News Achievement Awards. His groundbreaking Virginia Adistar Jellyfish collaboration with Adidas has earned him this distinguished recognition. Adding a personal touch, the award will be presented by his close friend and fellow Virginia Beach native, Pusha T, highlighting their shared roots and artistic synergy.
Williams views his Virginia heritage as central to his creative process, emphasizing community and identity in his collaborations with Adidas. The Adistar Jellyfish, he explains, represents an invitation to push boundaries and explore new possibilities in design and expression. This accolade caps a significant year for both Pharrell and Pusha T, who are also nominated for Grammy Awards for their work with Clipse.
The 2025 FNAAs, scheduled for December 3rd in New York City, will celebrate numerous industry leaders. Honorees include Tommy Hilfiger with a Lifetime Achievement Award, Coco Gauff as Style Influencer of the Year, and Ronnie Fieg as Person of the Year. The event will also recognize Jordan Brand, New Balance x Miu Miu, and Nordstrom for their exceptional contributions.
