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Last chance to enter Drapers Footwear Awards 2026

You now have until 5pm on Friday 13 March to enter this year's Drapers Footwear Awards, which shine a light on this resilient and vital industry.

Drapers - Last chance to enter Drapers Footwear Awards 2026

Celebrate the people that make your footwear business tick.

This year’s Drapers Footwear Awards are taking place on 1 July at Grosvenor House, London and will spotlight the brands, retailers and dedicated individuals that power the industry.

There are 16 categories to enter, and chances to win – from Womenswear Brand of the Year to the People and Progress Award, highlighting those who drive change in their businesses.

This year, we have also introduced a new category: Footwear Buyer of the Year will recognise those with a keen eye on the brands and trends that create a buzz.

The evening will culminate in the Lifetime Achievement Award, previously presented to industry luminaries including Neil Clifford, CEO of Kurt Geiger, Jimmy Choo and Joe Foster, co-founder of Reebok.


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Previous winners include Dr Martens, New Balance, FitFlop, Dune London, Footasylum and many more.

Entries will be judged by an independent panel of footwear industry experts. Meet this year’s judges here.

If you need help with your entry please contact Jess Faulkner on +44 (0)20 3953 2906 and jess.faulkner@emap.com. To partner with Drapers Footwear Awards, please contact Victoria Clubley on +44 (0)20 3953 2060 and victoria.clubley@emap.com.

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