Reader voting for the Boutique Star Awards Favourite Supplier of the Year 2026 is now open. Following its successful launch last year, independent retailers can once again choose their best-loved brand, agent or distributor on this year’s shortlist, with the finalist receiving the highest number of votes taking home a trophy.
This year’s finalists are Leeds-based distributor Carol C Collections, British lifestyle brand Chalk, fashion agents Joanna Edwards Agency and Palladio Agency as well as conscious womenswear label Lily & Me.
“This special accolade recognises independent fashion retail’s most-loved brands, agents and distributors,” says Boutique magazine’s Julie Neill. “Chosen by our readers, it celebrates suppliers that go above and beyond to support independent stockists, offering exceptional products, reliable service and invaluable partnership.”
The winner will be crowned on Tuesday 10 November at London’s Victory Services Club, where the independent fashion retail industry will come together to honour outstanding achievements in the sector. Voting is open now and will close on Friday 16 October.
This year’s accolades for retailers include Fashion Independent of the Year sponsored by INDX, Social Media Strategy of the Year and Manager of the Year, alongside new categories for 2026 including Resilient Retailer sponsored by Bira and Retailer Event of the Year. Supplier categories include British Brand of the Year, Fashion Agency of the Year sponsored by Harrogate Fashion Week and the new Tech Innovation of the Year award. Meanwhile, three special awards including Outstanding Business sponsored by City Goddess will be presented to standout companies.
All independent retailers, brands, agents and suppliers are invited to the annual celebration. Tickets cost £220 each and include welcome drinks, a three-course dinner with wine, the awards ceremony and a DJ after party. Tickets and tables are available to book now – contact julie@bpmedialtd.co.uk for more information.
Vote for your Favourite Supplier of the Year 2026 here.