Entries are now open for Drapers Independent Awards 2023. In 2023, the Drapers Independents Awards will celebrate the best in independent fashion retailing through this lens. After three challenging years, the awards will recognise the fashion retailers and brands that have innovated to survive, supported their local communities, and built stronger businesses under the toughest of circumstances.

There are 17 awards to enter this year, including categories for menswear, womenswear and kidswear retailers and brands. The awards has changed its individual award category to Independent Retail Star of the year, recognising talent across the industry, irrespective of age or years of service.

The entry deadline is 26 May and the awards are free to enter. The winners will be announced at Grosvenor House, London on 21 September 2023.