The Drapers Interview

FitFlop is making strides in capturing a new demographic. CEO Gianni Georgiades tells Drapers his strategies for 2026 and beyond.

Jan Marchant began her fashion journey at the iconic Topshop before eventually building Tesco’s F&F into a force to be reckoned with – just like her. We explore the career of this year’s Drapers Lifetime Achievement Award winner.

New Look CEO Helen Connolly tells us how she is elevating the fashion retailer’s offer, improving its store estate and growing online operations – and she addresses that takeover speculation.

Premium womenswear label Wyse London is led by founder Marielle Wyse and CEO Kara Groves. The duo tell Drapers about its growth plans.

Marks & Spencer CEO Stuart Machin has a laser focus on getting the retailer back on track after this spring's crippling cyber-attack.

As it approaches its 10th anniversary, Drapers Award-winning, Marks & Spencer-backed Nobody’s Child is experiencing a growth spurt – from expanded product categories and international markets, to stores and sustainability. CEO Jody Plows tells Drapers her strategies.

Kurt Geiger CEO Neil Clifford has journeyed from the shop floor to the helm of one of the UK’s most successful footwear businesses – and is offering opportunities to the next generation of retail talent. He tells Drapers about his lifetime of achievement.

Menswear specialist Moss is sharpening its casual offer and transforming stores. CEO Brian Brick tells Drapers his strategy for success.

Represent founders George and Mike Heaton are on a mission to build the streetwear brand into a billion-dollar business. Drapers speaks with the brothers and CEO Paul Spencer about the formula for its record growth and plans for international expansion.

The Dressing Room is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Founder Deryane Tadd reveals how she will be marking this milestone and the hurdles the business has overcome to remain a permanent fixture on the St Albans high street.

Rixo is celebrating its 10th anniversary in September. Drapers visits its King's Road flagship to find out how co-founders Henrietta Rix and Orlagh McCloskey have built a vintage-inspired transatlantic womenswear empire.

It is all go at traditional footwear brand Russell & Bromley, which has relocated to central London amid an image refresh. CEO Andrew Bromley tells Drapers about its growth plans.