At the 39th Annual Footwear News Achievement Awards (FNAA), Mr. Tommy Hilfiger received the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing more than 40 years of shaping global fashion and defining modern American style. The FNAAs are the industry’s premier celebration of creativity, innovation and leadership in footwear and fashion, honoring the visionaries driving culture forward.
Tommy joined a distinguished group of honorees, including Pharrell Williams (Shoe of the Year), Nordstrom (Retailer of the Year), and Ronnie Fieg (Person of the Year) — each recognized for leadership, cultural influence and bold creative impact.
Presented by ongoing brand collaborator Patrick Schwarzenegger, the award celebrates Tommy’s enduring legacy and the evolution of TOMMY HILFIGER into one of the world’s most recognized premium lifestyle brands. Since 1985, the brand has inspired audiences globally with a modern vision of American style — defined by its red, white and blue DNA and rooted in Prep Made Modern, blending timeless classics with contemporary attitude. Tommy’s influence spans fashion, music, sport and entertainment, driven by values of optimism, inclusivity, community and innovation.
This year marks four decades of cultural relevance and expansion, including collaborations in 2025 with Sofia Richie Grainge, Stray Kids and JISOO, and major global moments tied to sport and performance through F1® The Movie, the Cadillac Formula 1® Team, and the U.S. SailGP Team.
Stefan Larsson, Chief Executive Officer, PVH Corp. said, “To me, Tommy’s impact comes from a combination you rarely see: an unmistakable point of view on style, endless curiosity, and humility that never fades, no matter how far his success reaches. Every time we speak, he’s focused on the future—what’s new, what's next and the emerging talent he wants to champion. It tells you everything about the leader and human he is. Even as our industry changes faster than any time before, Tommy continues to define the word “visionary,” driving the brand forward with his incredible ability to reinvent while always staying true to the brand’s DNA. Over the past 40 years, very few brands in the world have collided with culture in way that has made them globally iconic and beloved. Tommy Hilfiger is one of those brands, and what he has created is not possible to repeat today."
Lea Rytz Goldman, Global Brand President, Tommy Hilfiger also commented, “Since he started out in 1985, Tommy has stayed true to his brand’s DNA while continually evolving to inspire new generations. By putting entertainment at the heart of his vision, he built a global American lifestyle brand that always finds new ways to inspire and spark excitement. What truly sets him apart is how much of himself he brings to the brand: his lifelong passions, his natural optimism, and his welcoming spirit. You feel that energy in everything he creates, and it’s why people continue to connect with his world.”
For Tommy’s exclusive interview with Footwear News and full FNAA event coverage, including additional commentary from industry peers, collaborators and friends, and please visit: https://wwd.com/footwear-news/shoe-features/tommy-hilfiger-lifetime-achievement-fnaas-2025-1238341179/
About TOMMY HILFIGER
TOMMY HILFIGER is one of the world’s most recognized premium lifestyle brands, welcoming and inspiring consumers since 1985. Originally established in New York City and infused with the spirit of Americana, the brand is defined by its red, white and blue DNA, rooted in expressions that are vibrant, confident and brave. The brand’s collections celebrate “Prep made Modern,” fusing timeless classics with a fresh twist. Tommy Hilfiger offers premium quality and value to consumers worldwide under the TOMMY HILFIGER and TOMMY JEANS lifestyles, with a breadth of collections and products including men’s, women’s and kids’ sportswear, denim, accessories, footwear and fragrance.
Part of PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH], global retail sales of TOMMY HILFIGER products were approximately $9 billion in 2024, with broad distribution around the world, including its largest global flagship store at tommy.com. Connect with TOMMY HILFIGER on Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn.
About PVH Corp.
PVH is one of the world’s largest fashion companies, driven by its two iconic brands, Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER. For more than 140 years, PVH has connected with and inspired consumers globally and now operates in more than 40 countries worldwide. For more information, visit PVH.com.