Enter Drapers Footwear Awards 2025 now

Drapers Footwear Awards are back for 2025. Our glittering event celebrates and unites the retailers, brands, designers, manufacturers and emerging talent that make the industry tick.

The ceremony will be held on 26 June 2025 at Grosvenor House London.

It is completely free to enter and there are 15 categories – and opportunities – to win.

For 2025 we are celebrating two new categories: the People and Progress Award recognises the individuals and teams who are driving cultural change within the footwear sector, whether at their head office, stores or supply chain.

Footwear Manufacturer of the Year celebrates the craft of the footwear industry, and will be awarded to a business that looks after its workforce and has strong relationships with its retailers.

There is an opportunity for everyone to shine. Store Staff Member of the Year applauds stand-out retail team members, while Team of the Year celebrates the groups fuelling results.

Creatives should enter Footwear Designer of the Year, while we celebrate the next generation of talent with Student Footwear Designer of the Year.

If you need assistance with your entry, please contact Abs Inshal on +44 (0)20 3953 2191 or abs.inshal@emap.com

There are also unique and unprecedented opportunities to partner with Drapers, aligning your business with leaders of the industry. Please contact Victoria Clubley on +44 (0)20 3953 2060 or victoria.clubley@emap.com to find out more.