An increase in sales leads to a new revenue forecast.

Italian footwear looks to Micam to turn around the results of a 2018 that has not started off on the best foot, while also meeting up with the main foreign markets of reference. Among special areas, initiatives, and events characterised by a high-glam content, the SS 2019 season of mid and high-end footwear will accordingly be kicked off.

Simplicity, comfort, and originality: this sums up the first 30 years of activity of SANT LUIS CALZATURE, the company based in Verona and founded by the Carradori family in March 1988, with the intention of cementing the centuries-old family tradition of footwear manufacturing.

Fabric footwear is the outsider that has taken the lead in global competition: with a +320% rise in exports, a share that has doubled, and which is now estimated at 30% both in terms of global volume and value, and a +92% increase in average export price between 2007-2017, fabric footwear is the true surprise that emerged from the annual report on world footwear.

The new issue of FotoShoe 30, August 2018, is now available | Presented at Gallery Shoes

Feverish preparations are underway for the next edition of Couromoda, which will be rich in innovation and new contents, thus enlivening what is an extremely popular event at Expo Center Norte in São Paolo, Brazil, from 14 to 17 January 2019.

Presented during the 10th edition of the Luxury Summit by Sole 24 Ore, the ninth Confindustria report “Exporting the dolce vita” explores the potential of Beautiful and Well-Made Italian products on new markets, forecasting a growth of 40% over the next six years, with exports ranging between 15-18 billion euros. Around 10% of this figure will be accounted for by footwear.

Numbers on the rise by +1%, both on the domestic and foreign front, and positive feedback from the 572 brands present at the Florentine show, allowing the 87th edition to end on a wave of optimism.

An innovative product with a special connection to the sea that guarantees comfort and, most importantly, sustainable design solutions.

Linkkens sneakers are made of natural and sustainable materials such as high-quality leather and recycled plastic bottles, with soles and lasts carefully adapted to the needs of city people.

With their minimalist shapes, their simple look and delicate details, the French flats of Via Gioia Paris limit the use of animal resources to the minimum.

A new sustainable sneaker project by the New Zealand brand

With this 100% PVC-free model, a material known for its toxicity during the production, use and disposal phases, the Californian brand revolutionises the market of rubber flip-flops.

The start-up, specialised in sports footwear with low environmental impact, is enjoying great success in Italy as well as abroad, with hand-crafted products and the search for raw materials that respect the environment and people’s wellbeing.