Jessica Simpson is entering her iconic era.
set to receive the Icon Award at the 37th Annual Footwear News Achievement Awards.
On Thursday, Footwear News announced that the singer and fashion mogul, 43, will be honored with an Icon Award at the 37th annual Footwear News Achievement Awards during the 2023 ceremony at Cipriani South Street in New York City on 11/29.
“Jessica Simpson has defied the odds to become one of fashion’s longest-running success stories,” the press release said. Speaking of Simpson’s fashion line, The Jessica Simpson Collection, the statement added that “her signature blend of trendy, accessible style has resonated with consumers of all ages since she founded her eponymous brand with mom Tina in 2005.”
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In a statement shared exclusively with PEOPLE, Simpson said she was “honored” to receive Icon Footwear News’ award and that “it’s nice to be celebrated because I believe in my own voice.”
She then spoke about what it means to her to be an icon, explaining that it is someone who has a legacy that transcends time and space.
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“I’m honored that my spirit has connected with people in need in ways that are obvious and in ways that are more subliminal,” Simpson continued. “For Footwear News to award this title to this Texas girl helps illuminate the road ahead.”
According to a press release, Michael Atmore, Footwear News editorial director and chief brand officer of Fairchild Media Group, praised Simpson’s journey from reality star to successful entrepreneur. He added that Simpson had a long career.
Jessica Simpson at the launch of the Jessica Simpson Collection on September 9, 2015 in New York City.
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Actress Storm Reid will also be honored with Footwear’s Style Influencer of the Year award, as well as sneaker brand, Veja, who will receive the Sustainability Leadership Award.
Simpson’s Icon Award announcement comes after she was dressed to impress during a night out with friends. On Saturday, she shared several snaps in a trendy red dress with black lace detailing. “What’s yours will find you when you least expect it ✨,” Simpson’s caption read at the time.
She also recently shared a cute mother-daughter photo with her daughter, Maxwell, 11. Simpson shares Maxwell, daughter Birdie Mae, 4, and son Ace, 9, with husband Eric Johnson, whom she married in 2014.
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