According to analysis by research firm Circana, U.S. consumers prefer versatile, seasonless footwear

According to the report by the Confindustria Moda Study Center for Sistema Moda Italia, the new year will begin with a further slowdown in demand

Legor and Valmet are strengthening their presence in the jewellery and fashion accessories sector through an agreement whereby Legor Group spa will acquire a 60 per cent stake in Valmet spa.

The company, a spin-off of Berbrand, has taken the concept of upcycle to a new level, with its products made from the wastes of pearl nacre.

Inaugurated in Scandicci the Maison's new Center of Excellence for the development and production of accessories and leather goods

The Italian brand has surpassed its "big sister" Prada. Maison Margiela's Tabi, on the other hand, is the hottest product of the moment

It was held on Friday, December 1st, at Intertek's headquarters in Lastra a Signa (FI), the first edition of "INSIDE," the event conceived and promoted by Leather&Luxury that aims to become a meeting point and opportunity for dialogue between producers and style offices of fashion brands from all over Italy and beyond.

It took the Santa Croce sull'Arno (PI) company two years and several experiments to fine-tune the innovative product presented at Lineapelle

The company has developed a system to verify product authenticity using NFC technology.

One of the very first companies to obtain it was, in 2021, SYN-BIOS SPA, a chemical industry in the Vicenza area

The solution enables shorter processing times and lower energy use, optimizing the production process

Increasing production necessarily comes from improving one's processes

Sought-after and exclusive materials from all parts of the world

This is what the Fermo company, which has been designing and manufacturing semi-finished products since 1979, has found

This is revealed by Intesa Sanpaolo's Tuscany Districts Monitor on the first six months of 2023. Data on the performance of the sector

Material composed of FSC-certified virgin cellulosic fibers and synthetic latex (6-24%), softened and dyed using products that comply with current standards, with no water waste and no air emissions.

Piedmont-based automatic spray gun manufacturer focuses on technology and customization capabilities

According to a recent article in the masthead "Bluerating," as the energy crisis triggered by the invasion of Ukraine and sanctions imposed on Russia continues, energy-intensive metals production could see its capacity in Europe continue to decline, despite the EU's conservative policies.

The company is increasingly focused on creating ad hoc products in fabrics that marry sustainability and specific technical characteristics.

The results of the study conducted by The European House - Ambrosetti at the Venice Sustainable Fashion Forum

The company collaborated with the designer for the first time at Lineapelle designers edition

The innovative machine developed by Nexus Automation aims to mark a turning point in the leather deposit process

It's called LEAF Hardware: developed by the LEAF Foundation, it measures the environmental impact of the entire production chain of metal accessories in the luxury sector

The history of the zipper that has grown from a rudimentary locking system to a key accessory in terms of functionality and aesthetics

The empolese business is both a quilting and embroidery mill and will soon have new machinery for special processing

Florence hosted the fourth edition of the event sponsored by Assopellettieri and dedicated to the present and future challenges for the industry

Giardini Group's innovation: a consulting service for companies to "guide" them through a process not without its pitfalls

The intuition of Seit Elettronica: a system equipped with a 3D scanner for greater precision and complete automation

Mastek company's innovative product combines ease of use with high performance

Yellow and gray are also among the seasonal trends. Also noteworthy is the return of brown.

Alone, the Fashion & Leather Goods division made 30,912 million euros (+16% on an organic basis)

A look at the SS24 collections that the maison and label have presented in recent days in the Ville Lumière

The United Arab Emirates, Turkey and the USA are the three reference markets for jewelery exports. The fashion sector also performed well with +12% compared to the first half of 2022.

An opportunity made possible thanks to scholarships from the Marcello Gori Foundation

According to the survey conducted by the Confindustria Moda Study Center among companies, in the first half of 2023, turnover had very limited growth; orders are limited.

This is an artistic initiative that will travel around the world; Milan is the only European stop.

Positive results for sector events, even if the situation remains uncertain. Hot topic, that of sustainability.

In October, over 300 exhibitors will meet in Alicante. Online registration system open

Raffaele Osci paints the picture: «Either we find the courage to enhance leather or we will have increasingly standardized production»

Interview with Antonio De Michele, President of DEAN SpA

Geometric shapes for the new line of the Florentine brand: three models to mix to create various combinations of colors and shapes

Over 160 brands selected to offer a complete vision of the new SS 2024 collections of leather goods and fashion accessories

1,330 exhibitors from 47 countries are arriving in Milan; 25,000 visitors expected for the reference exhibition platform of the global supply chain

At the Lanificio Fratelli Balli everything is ready for the first work table shared with the district.

A system that will decline the proposals of 3,500 brands and for which a total of 45,000 buyers are expected

Mixing materials and processes, the company manages to apply the uniqueness and refinement of craftsmanship on an industrial scale.

A day dedicated to the main social, environmental and economic challenges that the entire leather sector is facing.

The film by Paul Thomas Anderson, winner of an Academy Award for costumes, offers a privileged view of the "behind the scenes" of the high fashion of the time.

Leatherworkers for three generations, innovation has always been a goal for the company, because in an ever-changing world keeping up with the times is essential.

The new 100-square-meter shoow-room on 200 Lexington avenue, which invites industry insiders to learn about DANI World collections, Instant Service and David Leather Expressions weaves, became a reality a few days ago.

The fashion industry has always been looking for new ways to surprise and fascinate brands and consumers; the Stratasys J850 TechStyle 3D printer embraces this desire and redefines the concept of luxury and fashion.

New high-performance electroplating processes with lower amounts of precious metal.

The consortium, which specializes in sole leather production, aims to recruit "new recruits" with the goal of safeguarding Italian manufacturing.

The point with Studiopelle, a Florentine company specializing in the handcrafted production of belts

All top 20 international destinations, except Switzerland, show increases in value. Volumes in exports (-2 percent) and production (-1 percent) fall slightly

A particularly advanced and effective type of printing even on dark papers proposed by Eurograf of Sant'Elpidio a Mare (FM)

The company has developed several processes both nickel-free and low-release, high performance

The company is investing in the reworking of some past materials: the point with Valerio Baiardo, CEO of the company since 2020

Tannery Volpiana, our work, revolves around the customization and realization of Ideas and archetypes.

Each platform has its own identity, and brands soon learned to decline their content according to the 'rules' of different channels.

  From July 4th to 6th at Paris Nord Villepinte, the new edition of the show presents the F/W 24/25 season and opens the doors to a completely redesigned event.

The creation of the collectiveMSCHF manages to pass from the eye of a needle: a provocation towards the trend of increasingly mini handbags.

The American director with the unmistakable style, in US theaters with "Asteroid City," and contaminations with the world of fashion.

The 37th edition of the event promises to be an immersive experience in the world of Made in Italy textile excellence and accessories.

The segment dedicated to intermediate processing is being expanded with the entry of ABC Ricami S.r.l. . The companies will become shareholders in the group alongside the other entrepreneurial families already part of it.

All set for edition number 104, which this year also hosts Fendi's extraordinary event staged at Factory.

Understanding signed between Assopellettieri and Filctem Cgil, Femca Cisl, Uiltec Uil

The Monte San Savino (Ar)-based company has achieved a goal that seemed impossible, in the area of processes in the gold and fashion sectors.

The story of the wonderful Ascot Dress worn by the film's protagonist and designed by Cecil Beaton

Limited edition for the creation of Daseul Choi, Polimoda student and winner of the contest promoted by Leather&Luxury and Loipell. The proceeds from the sale will go to the Meyer Children's Hospital Foundation.

Designed by Oscar-winning costume designer Irene Sharaff, it is one of the most expensive dresses ever made for a film.

The fashion industry runs in a two-timer, between hyper-certified production and new paths toward transparency .

At the Prato Textile Museum an exhibition of 50 garments from the first and second quarters of the 20th century bears witness to the artistic and stylistic contaminations between East and West.

In Italy, the Garante suspended the now famous chatbot "ChatGPT" a few weeks ago in the name of user privacy. In the rest of the world, however, more and more creative ways are being sought to harness generative technologies and apply them to everyday life to improve our lives.

Leather&Luxury's survey of trends and prospects to take stock of industry trends.

The multinational group has integrated into its corporate purpose a commitment to have a positive impact on society and the biosphere.

During the Salone del Mobile, there were many events that served as a meeting point between the worlds of design and fashion

"The best resources and technological skills to support Made in Italy"

When a detail transforms a car from being an accessory to a veritable status symbol

The birth of ChimHaeres, a joint venture between Chimera Abu Dhabi and Haeres Capital, is only the latest in a series of transactions that are affecting the luxury industry.

The ARS's strategy for 2023 is clear and well-defined: a new headquarters in the heart of the Scandicci Industrial area at Via Charta 77 is planned to open soon.

With Marco Benzi we get to know the production of Masca Progetto Borsa, which makes bags and accessories designed specifically for clients.

The future has to be built from the present time through well-defined field choices. And it is precisely the generations of tomorrow that Samuel Accoppiatura Sartoriale has kept in mind through its certification path.

We took stock post Lineapelle SS24 with Antonio De Michele-president of DEAN SpA-on key concepts for the Arzano (NA) tannery, which specializes in processing high-quality lambskins.

The International Leather Fair 2023 and related events have opened up new perspectives for the industry.

WWF Italy recently issued an alarm reminding us that 220 billion tons of chemicals are released into the environment every year worldwide and that more than 100 thousand toxic substances are on the market globally.

"Layertech" finishing technology, the flagship of ChimontGroup

Among the flagship 2023 innovations offered by Legor, we find Rhodiens, a new electroplating process composed of 100% Rhodium and Platinum from recycled sources, perfect for applications that give jewelry and watches a fabulous bright white finish with very high resistance to oxidation.

We told you about it in June 2022, and now Oleum®, the brand that identifies the line of biodegradable leathers produced by the company Cyclica of Stra (VE), has risen to international prominence thanks to a line of limited edition bags with Furla.

Leather & Luxury had the opportunity to take stock after the Lineapelle fair with Silvia Paganini, Sales and Marketing Director of Tacchificio Villa Cortese.

Over the years, the Carbonate (CO) company has become an international leader in the production and application of stones, ABS studs and synthetic crystals for fashion accessories, patenting-among others-the well-known Taglio Ramponi®.

Leather&Luxury met with Massimo Mosiello, General Manager of Milano Unica, the Italian Textile Show, to talk about current events in the sector.

There is great anticipation among exhibitors and buyers for the Futurmoda trade show, organized by the Spanish Footwear Components Association (AEC), being held March 8th-9th, 2023, in Alicante, Spain, at the IFA in Elche (a well-known Iberian footwear district).

Directly from the pearl industry, or better yet from the supply chain related to integrated, zero-waste mother-of-pearl, comes a new environmentally sustainable material with a dramatic aesthetic impact that is set to revolutionize the leather goods and footwear supply chain.

According to the latest data from the Istituto Superiore per la Protezione e la Ricerca Ambientale (ISPRA), the production of special waste from all manufacturing activities in Italy for the year 2020 was about 26.7 million tons, 18.2 percent of the total.

Del Vecchia Group's roots between history and the future.

Leather & Luxury had the opportunity to explore the very topical issue of certifications with Giuseppe, Raffaele and Michele Osci of the tannery of the same name.  

Leather & Luxury had a chance to take stock of the company with Paolo Danesi of Orice Srl, a company founded in 1980 that specializes in the production of vegetable-tanned cow hides for the footwear and leather goods industry.

At the last Fashion Week we witnessed the triumph of crystal as an aesthetic element in outfits and accessories. We talked about it with Rudi Migliorini, owner, and Elisa Taddei, fashion designer, of the company Italiana Accessori, a leader in decorative work for big fashion brands.

Make Tomorrow Bloom. Let's make tomorrow bloom. This is the slogan with which LINEAPELLE is introduces itself at the start of its edition number 101, scheduled to take place at Fieramilano Rho from February 21 to 23 and dedicated to the development of innovative collections of the highest quality for the 2024 summer season related to leathers, fabrics, synthetics, accessories and components necessary for the fashion, luxury and design supply chain.

Even today, despite the fact that millennia have passed, vegetable tanning remains the most traditional and recognizable, as well as the closest to nature, the most ecologically friendly, and the most suitable for combining recognizable aesthetics, versatility of use, and product uniqueness.

From February 19 to 22 in Milan, MIPEL returns with its 123rd edition. The usual exhibition dedicated to leather goods and fashion accessories presents an important edition devoted to FW 2023/24 collections in the sign of a market trend that seems to have resumed a positive path, despite all the uncertainties arising from the global socio-economic context.

Première Vision Paris kicks off ( Feb. 7 - 9 at Paris Nord Villepinte Parc d'Expositions) with 1244 international exhibitors leading the textile and leather industry.

We asked Fulvia Bacchi, chief executive officer of Lineapelle, a few questions.  

A few days before the 36th edition of Milano Unica, Leather & Luxury had a chat with Stefano Fadda, who told us about trends, creativity and Gen Z.

From Feb. 21st to 23rd, MIPEL Lab, the exhibition show designed to bring together international brands with the excellence of Italian leather goods manufacturers, now in its fourth edition and born from the collaboration between Assopellettieri and Lineapelle, returns to FieraMilano-Rho as part of the Lineapelle event. 

CHEMALUX is a Master's degree program in management and communication for the Luxury Chemical Industry that will reach its fourth edition in 2023. Organized by Lem Industries Group in collaboration with the University of Siena.

The expansion of the pole led by Lampa, a player in the production of luxury accessories and components, continues with the agreement reached with C.D.C. Luxury Chains.

How to combine environmental protection and the commercial needs of a tanning business? The winning formula has been found by the Marche-based Nuvolari tannery, a benefit company based in Monte Urano (FM).

From manual to industrial declinations, Italy is also setting trends in the world of embroidery.