Ariana DeBose Toasts to Kenneth Cole’s Women’s Apparel Relaunch

On Tuesday, October 8,  Academy Award winner, Ariana DeBose and Kenneth Cole’s newly appointed Women’s Creative Director, Emily Cole, co-hosted an evening cocktail party at Kenneth Cole’s beautiful NYC headquarters in Chelsea to celebrate women’s voices as the brand officially launches its women’s fashion collection and campaign titled, “United We Stand,” featuring Ariana and photographed by Cass Bird.

Kenneth, Emily, and Ariana welcomed notable guests, such as Charlotte Groeneveld, Kaye Bassey, and Jenna Rennert, among others, to celebrate this milestone. Attendees enjoyed music by DJ Mari Malek and previewed the new fall women’s collection while also learning more about key brand initiatives dedicated to social impact, including Kenneth Cole’s current partnership with I AM A VOTER and upcoming jewelry collaboration aimed at raising funds and mental health awareness with the Mental Health Coalition Kenneth founded. By raising awareness, encouraging action, and leveraging its unique purpose-driven platform, the Kenneth Cole brand seeks to make a meaningful impact on people’s wardrobes and communities in need with a focus on mental health and our collective well-being.

During cocktails, guests were invited to enter photo booths, aptly mirroring voting booths deliberately marked “Where Change Happens.” A pivotal moment in history, this moment was a celebration meant to encourage women to use their voices and keep momentum in the fight for change. 

Photography by Sansho Scott