As Bolton-based independent Hurley's prepares to kick off its 70th anniversary celebrations on Friday (21 November), owner Mark Hurley, whose parents Ron and Eileen Hurley established the business in 1955, tells Drapers what the family business will do to mark the occasion.

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Dennis Brown, owner of men’s and women’s wear independent D-Solo’s in Crystal Palace, has been a pillar of the community for a quarter of a century. Drapers takes a trip south of the Thames to find out more.

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Times are challenging in fashion retail – and especially so for its ever-resilient independents. Drapers wants to hear your thoughts on a range of important issues and what support the sector needs to flourish.

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As "the nicest shop in Winchester" celebrates its 25th anniversary, The Hambledon founder Victoria Suffield has ambitions to go global with its "beautiful" clothing and lifestyle offering.

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Belfast-based brand house Douglas & Grahame and Lindfield boutique Doodie Stark were double winners at Drapers Independents Awards 2024, held in London today.

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Stil Lifestyle has been East Sussex's go-to destination for unique womenswear brands for more than a decade. Founder Sulaika Weihs tells Drapers how the business has made it work over the years – and why it is thriving, despite Brexit-related challenges.

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Our eye is on the independent sector this month and we thank those who answered our State of Independents survey this summer.

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Lifestyle independent Ed in East Dulwich, south east London, celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. Owners Dan Rigby and Katharine MacLaverty talk to Drapers about how it has navigated trading challenges over the years and why it puts local community at the heart of the business.

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Maison SL was named Womenswear Independent of the Year (<£1m turnover) at the Drapers Independents Awards 2023. Owner Susana Lorena tells us how she wins customer loyalty over her 16 years in the lingerie industry.

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Joshua Adams, founded by Stephanie and Ray Norris, was named the Menswear Independent of the Year 2023. Drapers meets the couple at their store in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire.

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