Last chance to enter Drapers Awards 2026

The Drapers Awards celebrate the fashion retailers, brands and individuals driving the industry forward through innovation, sustainability, digital transformation and commercial success.

This year’s awards will bring together the multiple and independent fashion retail sectors under one roof at Old Billingsgate, London, recognising achievements across the industry while judging multiple and independent entries separately to ensure a fair and equitable process.

The awards feature a wide range of categories celebrating excellence across fashion retail, from outstanding marketing campaign and international excellence to tech innovator of the year and best place to work.

Entries will be assessed through a rigorous two-stage judging process. Businesses must answer all questions on the entry form to be considered for the shortlist, which will be announced on 28 August.

Shortlisted entries will then be reviewed by an independent panel of industry experts during the Drapers Awards judging days. Judging takes place under Chatham House Rule, with all judges signing non-disclosure agreements before winners are selected by secret ballot.

If you need help with your entry, please contact account manager Jess Faulkner at +44 (0)20 3953 2906 or jess.faulkner@emap.com.

To discuss partnership opportunities, please get in touch with commercial director Victoria Clubley at +44 (0)20 3953 2060 or victoria.clubley@emap.com