Harper’s Bazaar UK has announced the return of its flagship awards, celebrating women who have shaped the worlds of fashion, film, art, philanthropy, and culture over the past year.

The event will take place on Thursday 6 November at Claridge’s, with Dr. Barbara Sturm joining as spa and skincare partner, De Beers as jewellery partner, Laurent-Perrier as champagne partner, and Range Rover as car partner.

Winners will be named in categories including Cultural Icon, Breakthrough, Entrepreneur, Sportswoman, and Artist. Previous honourees include Victoria Beckham, Janelle Monáe, Jenna Ortega, Alessia Russo, Anya Taylor-Joy, Little Simz, Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, and Kylie Minogue.

To mark the occasion, there will also be a series of collector’s edition Women of the Year print and digital magazine covers for the December/January issue, out on 7 November.

Lydia Slater, Editor-in-Chief, Harper’s Bazaar UK, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with The Platinum Card By American Express to celebrate the Harper’s Bazaar Women of the Year Awards. It’s a privilege to continue Bazaar’s tradition of honouring the courage, creativity, and compassion of the women who shape our culture and our future and redefine success on their own terms.”

Dave Edwards, Vice President, Marketing, American Express UK, added: “Our Platinum Card members are passionate supporters of the arts, culture, sport, and innovation celebrated by the Women of the Year Awards. That’s why we’re delighted to be joining forces once again to acknowledge the individuals who have helped shape these fields over the past year. We’re especially pleased to offer our backing to the Breakthrough of the Year Award which recognises a significant achievement in any field.”