Leather
Mipel Attracts International Buyers, Exhibitors Face Higher Costs
Another cause of concern is the limited availability of manpower.
EXCLUSIVE: Blk Dnm Releases First Blockchain-powered Apparel
The Swedish American fashion label is releasing a collection of leather jackets that have digital properties.
Lineapelle Expands, Exhibitors Invest but Show Caution
The leather trade fair is expanding beyond fashion as organizers painted a chiaroscuro scenario for Italian…
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Schott Relocates to Larger Digs in SoHo
The 110-year-old brand best known for its Perfecto leather jacket moved its Manhattan store into a landmarked…
CEO Talks: What’s Next for MycoWorks
"The failure of one is not indicative of the quality of others," said Matt Scullin.
Levi’s and Denim Tears Pay Homage to the Black Biker Community
Their third collaboration uses Italian leather.
EXCLUSIVE: Fossil Embarks on ‘Revitalization Strategy’ With New Campaign and Elevated Product Line
The "Made for This" campaign is part of the 40-year-old brand's goal to connect with a younger consumer base.
What to Watch: Bio-based, New Gen Textiles and Materials Face Uncertain Future
News midsummer that Bolt Threads had halted production of its Mylo leather alternative requires the industry…
Salvatore Ferragamo CFO Alessandro Corsi to Join MinervaHub as CEO
Corsi will exit Salvatore Ferragamo and his role of CFO at the Florence-based company on Sept. 30.
Italian Footwear Industry Sees Slowdown in Export Volume and Production Despite Sales Increase
As sales and export value rise, production and export volume have fallen across the Italian footwear industry.
Hugo Boss, Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana Join as Judges for ‘Real Leather. Stay Different’
The design competition is about leather and open for submissions until June 30.
Diego Della Valle Speaks Up on Ensuring Future of Made in Italy Craftsmanship
The Tod's Group chairman and CEO has been speaking with the government to involve Italian ministers as he…
Leather Working Group, Textile Exchange Call for ‘Deforestation-free’ Leather
The battle for better leather continues.
LVMH Métiers d’Art Takes Majority Stake in Italian Tannery
Based in Tuscany, Nuti Ivo Group is a supplier to European luxury houses, exporting 85 percent of its…
Permira Acquiring Majority Stake in Gruppo Florence
Attila Kiss will continue to lead Gruppo Florence as chief executive officer and Francesco Trapani will…