3 May 2024 Tapestry – Capri deal faces FTC hurdle The trade authorities in the US have blocked Tapestry’s proposed takeover of Capri Holdings. By Leatherbiz. Tapestry, whose brands are Coach, Stuart Weitzman and Kate Spade, announced in August 2023 that it wanted to acquire Capri Holdings, whose brands are Versace, Michael Kors and Jimmy… Continue reading Tapestry-Capri deal faces FTC hurdle
2 May 2024 Zeology showcase – ‘Trash or Treasure’ During Milan Design Week, the Alcova Milano exhibition showcased the innovative Zeology Leather, a sustainable tanning method developed by Royal Smit and Zoon subsidiary Nera tanning, and further reinforced the aims to reduce waste by utilising animal hides, a by-product of the food industry. Report by… Continue reading Zeology showcase – ‘Trash or Treasure’
2 May 2024 New Hermès stores in India and the US Luxury leathergoods brand Hermès has opened new stores in India and the US in recent days. By Leatherbiz. Its new location at the Jio World Plaza Mall in Mumbai (pictured) is its second in the Indian city and its third in India overall. Its… Continue reading New Hermès stores in India and the US
2 May 2024 Regenerative Leather from the UK Real Leather, Stay Different writes on LinkedIn: Introducing British Pasture Leather, supplying leather made from the hides of animals raised on regenerative farms in the UK. With a vision to link leather with exemplary agriculture and to forge new connections between farming, food and material culture, British… Continue reading Regenerative Leather from the UK
30 April 2024 Brazil’s industry was a big player at APLF 2024 Latin American companies expand their global business in Hong Kong The return of the APLF fair to its traditional stage in the city of Hong Kong showed that it continues to be the largest meeting point for the global leather industry and its… Continue reading Brazil’s industry was a big player at APLF 2024
30 April 2024 Sadesa celebrates Thailand facility We are thrilled and honored to celebrate a remarkable 25 years of excellence at Sadesa Thailand! This milestone not only attests to our enduring commitment to excellence, but it also marks the company’s significant growth over the years, particularly as we commemorate the opening of our first facility… Continue reading Sadesa celebrates Thailand facility
30 April 2024 Leather UK highlights the importance of World Leather Day World Leather Day was started by @Leatherworkinggroup in collaboration with @leather_naturally to celebrate the long-lasting beauty of leather and its place in a circular economy. On Friday, we come together as an industry to celebrate the enduring and unique qualities of leather. The… Continue reading Leather UK highlights the importance of World Leather Day
30 April 2024 Real Leather, Stay Different Join us on World Leather Day 2024 as we come together to honour the unique and enduring qualities of leather. We celebrate its long-lasting, repairable and versatile qualities – making it an ideal material for a circular society. Let’s delve into the reasons why genuine leather stands as… Continue reading Real Leather, Stay Different
29 April 2024 Luxury – Official figures confirm Q1 decline for Kering Luxury group Kering has confirmed first-quarter revenues of €4.5 billion, down by 11% year on year. Preliminary statements the group made in March prepared the market for a double-digit decrease. Report by Leatherbiz. Chief executive, François-Henri Pinault (pictured), said the group had been… Continue reading Luxury – Official figures confirm Q1 decline for Kering
29 April 2024 ZWL or Zero Waste Leather by Brusarosco Rooted in tradition as Italy’s oldest operating tannery, our goal has always been to push the boundaries of what is possible. In line with our commitment to sustainability, we’re excited to unveil our new logo, a reflection of the pioneering ‘Zero Waste Leather’ concept. This… Continue reading ZWL or Zero Waste Leather by Brusarosco
We bring leather, material and fashion businesses together: an opportunity to meet and greet face to face. We bring them from all parts of the world so that they can find fresh partners, discover new customers or suppliers and keep ahead of industry developments.
We organise a number of trade exhibitions which focus on fashion and lifestyle: sectors that are constantly in flux, so visitors and exhibitors alike need to be constantly aware both of the changes around them and those forecast for coming seasons.
