Nicky Gillibrand has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She was nominated for Best Costume Design of a Play at the Tony Awards for her work on "Angels in America." She also received a nomination for Best Costume Design at the Olivier Awards for "The Wind in the Willows." Additionally, Gillibrand was recognized for Outstanding Costume Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Billy Elliot." She has also been nominated for Best Costume Designer at the Olivier Awards for her work on "Lady in the Dark" and "A Little Night Music."