Leather industry challenges misinformation

24 December 2021 Leather industry challenges misinformation Time to put the record straight: the leather industry fights back   Leather UK recently issued a ‘Global Leather Industry Position Statement on Leather Alternatives’. Supported by various organisations including ICT (International Council of Tanners), ICSHLTA, IULTCS, COTANCE and Leather Naturally, it sets out the key reasons why… Continue reading Leather industry challenges misinformation

Leather Gift Bag for Christmas – Hidesign recommends a classy bag

24 December 2021 Leather Gift Bag for Christmas – Hidesign recommends a classy bag This year surprise your loved ones with a gift that they’ll love even when the season is over, writes Hidesign.     Featuring the Brick Lane crossbody. Handcrafted with the finest full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather, this compact bag with clean lines, has… Continue reading Leather Gift Bag for Christmas – Hidesign recommends a classy bag

Brazil – Footwear sector is expected to grow more than 12% in 2021

23 December 2021 Brazil – Footwear sector is expected to grow more than 12% in 2021 With more than five thousand factories that directly employ around 280 thousand people throughout Brazil, the footwear sector is expected to grow more than 12% in 2021. The estimate is from the Brazilian Association of Shoe Manufacturers (Abicalçados). Growth… Continue reading Brazil – Footwear sector is expected to grow more than 12% in 2021

Footwear – Clarks back to their roots!

23 December 2021 Footwear – Clarks back to their roots! Clarks Originals has teamed up with one of our long term partners End for an incredible Wallabee collection dubbed “Oxford Flowers.”   The intricate floral patterns on the suede uppers represents some of the most impressive embossing in the brands history. Available in six vibrant… Continue reading Footwear – Clarks back to their roots!

Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – Automotive leather is the 2022 wildcard

23 December 2021 Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – Automotive leather is the 2022 wildcard Our last Leatherbiz Market Intelligence report of the year is now live in the Intelligence section of the website for subscribers to read.     In the report, we offer a review of 2021 and look forward to next year. This time… Continue reading Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – Automotive leather is the 2022 wildcard

Beef to China – Ireland Side Expressed Wishes to Reopen to China After Brazilian Beef Resumed

22 December 2021 Beef to China – Ireland Side Expressed Wishes to Reopen to China After Brazilian Beef Resumed The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) in Ireland said that, there is no any sign of technical and scientific basis for the continued suspension of Irish beef exports to China. And DAMF also… Continue reading Beef to China – Ireland Side Expressed Wishes to Reopen to China After Brazilian Beef Resumed

Footwear Design – Tech Startup Weev Wants to Digitize the Shoe Design Process, Starting With Your Materials

22 December 2021 Footwear Design – Tech Startup Weev Wants to Digitize the Shoe Design Process, Starting With Your Materials Tech Startup Weev Wants to Digitize the Shoe Design Process, Starting With Your Materials     Retail Industry Leaders React to Congressional Ban on Goods from Xinjiang, China   How a Cancer Fight Led Former… Continue reading Footwear Design – Tech Startup Weev Wants to Digitize the Shoe Design Process, Starting With Your Materials

From Farm to Foot – Fall-Winter 2023 Collection from PrimeAsia

22 December 2021 From Farm to Foot – Fall-Winter 2023 Collection from PrimeAsia PrimeAsia’s FW23 collection is set to debut in January.   Inspired by elements of tradition and longevity, FW23 embodies long-lasting, better crafted and durable products with a crafted and curated approach. Be on the lookout as PrimeAsia unveils 4 new leathers in… Continue reading From Farm to Foot – Fall-Winter 2023 Collection from PrimeAsia

Louis Vuiton and leather – Leather Naturally reports….

21 December 2021 Louis Vuiton and leather – Leather Naturally reports…. Louis Vuitton opened his first store in 1854 at rue (street) des Capucines in Paris. Now Louis Vuitton invited six renowned artists to create a one-of-a-kind “Capucines” model.     This collection with absolutely the wow factor is completely made with leather.   Read… Continue reading Louis Vuiton and leather – Leather Naturally reports….

ILM Podcast – Leather industry leaders review 2021

21 December 2021 ILM Podcast – Leather industry leaders review 2021 As we approach the end of the year, ILM invited three leather industry leaders to discuss the hottest topics of 2021 in the last episode of View from the Top of 2021.   In this one-hour special episode of the official ILM podcast, Deputy… Continue reading ILM Podcast – Leather industry leaders review 2021