World Footwear

Trade fairs

Simac Tanning Tech and Linneapelle attract over 9,000 visitors

Oct 3, 2025 / Italy
With exhibitors from nearly 20 countries, the Italian fairs provided a platform for industry dialogue and showcased Italian resilience in a sector facing export declines and shifting global dynamics

ACLE highlights innovation and resilience amid global pressures

Sep 30, 2025 / China
The Shanghai trade fair welcomed thousands of professionals, with global trade links and emerging markets offering prospects for the leather sector. The next edition is set to occur in September 2026

Saudi Lifestyle Week debuts in Riyadh

Sep 23, 2025 / Saudi Arabia
The inaugural fair brings together global brands and local talent, reflecting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 ambition to diversify its economy and create new opportunities for lifestyle industries

International cooperation takes central stage in Simac Tanning Tech 2025

Sep 15, 2025 / Italy
The footwear and leather technology fair, happening in Milan from September 23 to 25, will welcome over three hundred exhibitors, emphasising global collaboration, sustainability, and innovation in machinery and production processes

MICAM and MIPEL close on a global high

Sep 12, 2025 / Italy
Celebrating MICAM’s centenary edition, the Milano fairs drew strong international participation, showcased new trends and confirmed their return to the Fashion Link Milano calendar for February 2026

Centenary edition of MICAM to showcase 870 brands

Sep 3, 2025 / Italy
Taking place from the 7th to the 9th of September in Milan, MICAM 100 will highlight more than half a century of history by combining heritage and innovation. The event will host 870 brands

Futurmoda returns with focus on materials and trends

Sep 2, 2025 / Spain
The next edition of the Spanish trade fair, scheduled for mid-October 2025, will offer greater visibility to materials and innovations shaping the autumn-winter 2025-2026 season

International exhibitions in Asia strengthen industry links

Sep 1, 2025 / Asia
From China to Vietnam, the industry spotlight was on innovation, sourcing and design as leading trade fairs hosted global brands, suppliers and buyers seeking to reinforce connections across markets

Offenbach hosts successful Barefoot Shoe Fair launch

Aug 8, 2025 / Germany
Exhibitors and attendees praised Barefoot European Shoe Fair for its vibrant atmosphere, diverse product offerings and growing consumer interest, signalling a shift from niche to mainstream appeal

Inspiramais wraps up with an attendance of over 8 000 visitors

Jul 25, 2025 / Brazil
The last edition of Brazil’s leading trade fair for materials attracted a record 8 000-plus buyers and industry professionals from the footwear, apparel, furniture, automotive, décor and jewellery sectors

Barefoot European Shoe Fair makes its debut in Offenbach

Jul 18, 2025 / Germany
Europe’s first barefoot footwear trade fair, from the 31st of July to the 3rd of August, will welcome international exhibitors, market research and interactive experiences in a growing market niche

Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags to address current challenges facing the footwear and accessories market

Jun 6, 2025 / Italy
The event will address challenges such as tariff uncertainty, supply chain fragmentation, and shifting economic geographies in order to help brands and companies navigate the international landscape

Footwear and accessories sectors gear up for the next edition of Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags

Jun 4, 2025 / Italy
Taking place from the 14th to the 17th of June, the 103rd edition of the trade fair aims to be a central reference point for the footwear and accessories sector amid a challenging global business environment

APLF ASEAN is heading to Vietnam

Jun 2, 2025 / Vietnam
After two editions in Bangkok, the trade fair for the sourcing of leather, materials and technology in Southeast Asia will take place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from the 13th to the 15th of November 2025

Torben Schütz (HDS/L): the Barefoot European Shoe Fair is the beginning of a success story

Premium ContentMay 26, 2025 / Germany
We spoke to Torben Schütz, Deputy Managing Director at the Federal Association of German Footwear and Leather Goods Industry, to learn more about the upcoming Barefoot European Shoe Fair, the first of its kind in Europe. The preview takes place in the summer in Offenbach, close to Frankfurt
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