Creative Retail Awards announces 2026 shortlist
The Creative Retail Awards has announced its Shortlist Guide, which outlines all the nominees of the upcoming awards, alongside a new venue for its 2026 edition
Entries for the VM and Display Awards close in three weeks time

There are just three weeks left to apply for the 2024 VM and Display Awards which offer the opportunity for retailers, suppliers, and agencies to demonstrate their creative abilities and innovative solutions in the retail sector.
Free to enter, industry members are able to enter as many projects into as many different categories as they wish and the deadline for entries is December 12th, 2023.
Next yearβs categories have been designed to cover all areas of the visual merchandising and display industry and range from Best Window Display and Best Use of Props to Pop-ups and Sustainable Display.
Previous winners include well-known brands such as Adidas, Burberry, Coach, John Lewis, and Selfridges, but businesses of all sizes are encouraged to apply.
There will also be a spotlight on the Most Innovative Person in VM award which was won by Simon Hampton of Harrods this year.
Organisers say they have developed a streamlined process for applying via its website and the eligibility window runs from January 1st, 2023.
Winners will be announced on March 12th, 2024 at a ceremony in London with tickets expected to sell out.
Sponsors of the 2024 Awards include Antalis, B_RD, Emerald House Associates, Blacks Visual, Harlequin, Hello Flamingo, and more.
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