2025 has been a year of celebration for Gemini Woman — and not only because we’ve reached our 40th birthday. This awards season delivered two unforgettable evenings on Wednesday 12 and Thursday 13 November, when business owner Claire Wright and her daughter Gemma Wright proudly attended ceremonies honouring the very best of independent fashion retail.
We are thrilled to share that Gemini has been Awarded:
Womenswear Independent of the Year – Drapers Independents Awards 2025
Fashion Independent of the Year – Boutique Awards 2025
To win both awards — and in such a milestone year — is truly extraordinary. These accolades highlight not only the growth of Gemini, but the passion, resilience, and commitment of the entire team who bring the boutique to life every single day. Check out their awards here.
Gemini was founded in 1985 by Claire Wright, who started the business with a simple vision: to bring beautifully curated womenswear to women who value quality, individuality, and personal service. What began as a small boutique in the historic Stratford-upon-Avon has grown into a trusted destination for style, confidence, and community.
Today, Gemini is known for:
• Thoughtfully chosen brands from across Europe
• Timeless, wearable fashion for real women
• Personal styling from a team who truly cares
• A warm boutique atmosphere that feels like visiting friends
Claire’s passion for fashion retail has always centred on people first — from nurturing long-standing customer relationships to mentoring her team. Follow along on their social media to keep up to date with the latest news on Instagram and Facebook.
Celebrating 40 Years of Fashion, Community &
Independent Retail
Marking Gemini’s 40th year, these award wins are especially meaningful for Claire and the team.
They represent four decades of:
• Welcoming generations of customers
• Supporting independent designers and sustainable brands
• Evolving with the industry while staying true to our values
• Building a strong community around style, confidence, and service
Thank You for Being Part of Our Journey – A note
from Claire Wright, Business Owner.
Whether you’ve been shopping with us since the 1980s, discovered us recently, or joined our growing online community, thank you. These achievements belong to all of you — our loyal customers, dedicated team, and supportive partners who have believed in Gemini every step of the way. Here’s to the next chapter, to new collections, to future celebrations, and to many more years of bringing you fashion that inspires.
With love from Claire and the Gemini Team x
