Drapers Footwear Awards honours the dedication and hard work of the people who power this vital sector, from visionary designers and trusted retailers to skilled manufacturers. We are proud to announce that Open Style Lab is a finalist in multiple categories this year.

This recognition reflects the work of our fellows and everything that went into this year’s Footwear Kit. It’s an honour to be listed alongside so many inspiring organisations shaping the future of footwear.

1. SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVE OF THE YEAR
   We are proud to be presented alongside Allbirds, Dubs, Flabelus, Heelz and Toez, Legero, Nicki Hoyne, Open Style Lab, Rock Fall, Rosamund Muir, Solk, Zig & Star.

2. PEOPLE AND PROGRESS AWARD
   We are proud to be presented alongside Footasylum, Hotter Shoes, Ration.L, Kickers, Open Style Lab, Vivobarefoot.

Thank you to everyone who made these nominations possible, and congratulations to all of our incredible fellows who created the 2026 Footwear Kit in the UK and US! A special shout-out to the educational directors Tiffany Hwang and Ellen Fowles, who led OSL’s 2025 program.

See you 1 July 2026, at the Grosvenor House London!