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In this issue

This season, the fashion compass swings with dramatic flair and a dash of practicality. From the heart of Paris to the design labs of Asia, we’re seeing a bold statement: “more is more”, especially when it comes to bags. Yes, the return of the giant is here! Forget dainty clutches, Spring/ Summer 2025 has sculptural, oversized handbags ready to swallow your essentials. In her feature, “Rethinking the Showcase,” Dipika Chopra takes us behind the scenes of the all-new GardaBags format. With Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags
emerging as the ultimate meet-point for trendsetters and tastemakers, the fairs now offer immersive experiences designed to guide buying decisions, forecast demand, and
inspire storytelling at retail.
So grab your coffee, your comfiest pair of loafers, and let’s explore the season’s best ideas one stylish step at a time. Happy reading!

LVMH Reports Revenue Decline in Q1 2025 as Global Headwinds Persist

Luxury giant LVMH recorded a drop in revenue for the first quarter of 2025 amid ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainty.

1 mins

Under Armour hires former Estée Lauder executive to lead its AI and analytics efforts

Under Armour has named Liz Bacelar, former executive director of global tech innovation at Estée Lauder, to head its newly established artificial intelligence and advanced analytics division.

1 mins

Alpargatas Reports Strong Fiscal 2024 Performance

Alpargatas, the Brazilian footwear company behind Havaianas and Rothy's, reported robust financial results for 2024, with notable growth in revenue and profitability.

1 mins

DEICHMANN and adidas launch "Colour Your Way" campaign featuring Lena Oberdorf and Ilkay Gündogan

Europe’s largest shoe retailer, DEICHMANN, is teaming up with adidas for a vibrant new campaign, “Colour Your Way”, running from March 31 to April 27, 2025.

1 mins

Prada Acquires Versace from Capri Holdings

Prada S.p.A. has reached an agreement to purchase 100% of Versace from Capri Holdings Limited for 1.25 billion euros (approximately 1.375 billion British pounds) in cash, subject to adjustments.

1 mins

Bata laces up for growth with Amit Aggarwal as CFO & whole-time director

Bata India is strengthening its financial leadership with the appointment of Amit Aggarwal as Whole-Time Director and Chief Financial Officer.

1 mins

Entertainland Mall in Gurugram Expands Retail Offering with Zudio Store

Entertainland Mall, Gurugram’s leading destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment, has enhanced its retail portfolio with the opening of a new Zudio store, a value-fashion brand from Trent Ltd., part of the Tata Group, according to a press release issued on Friday.

1 mins

ZUUP enters footwear market with the launch of giant family footwear store

With the launch, the brand aspires to create a One-Stop Shop for footwear shopping by exhibiting over 3,000 styles and 100 brands under one roof.

1 mins

Bhumika Realty Sets Rs 2,000 Crore Revenue Target for FY26

Bhumika Realty, a real estate developer under the Bhumika Group, aims to achieve a revenue of Rs 2,000 crore in FY26, driven by a diverse portfolio of mixed-use, commercial, and residential projects in the National Capital Region (NCR).

1 mins

Astor Mueller Launches Indian Joint Venture 'nuvora' to Redefine Premium Footwear Landscape

AstorMueller AG, the renowned Swiss footwear company behind global brands like Bugatti, TT.BAGATT, and Salamander, has officially announced the formation of its Indian joint venture, nuvora, in collaboration with India's Gaurik Group.

1 mins

Pacific Group to Develop 15 Lakh Sq. Ft. Mall and Hotel in Jaipur

Pacific Group, a prominent real estate company, is expanding its footprint with the development of a 15 lakh sq. ft. shopping mall and a 130-room hotel in Jaipur, Rajasthan.

1 mins

Nexus Select Trust Acquires Vega City Mall in Bengaluru for Rs 913 Crore

Nexus Select Trust, India’s first publicly listed retail REIT, has acquired Vega City Mall in Bengaluru for an enterprise value of Rs 913 crore.

1 mins

DLF Promenade Set to Open in Goa

DLF Malls is set to expand its presence with the upcoming launch of DLF Promenade in Panjim, Goa, marking the company's first shopping centre in West India.

1 mins

UITIC 2025 World Congress in Shanghai to Spotlight AI and Sustainability in Footwear Industry

The International Union of Shoe Industry Technicians (UITIC) has officially announced the 22nd edition of its World Congress, set to take place in Shanghai from August 31 to September 3, 2025.

1 mins

India's Leather and Footwear Exports Jump 25% in FY 2024-25, Poised to Cross $6.5 Billion

India’s leather and footwear export sector saw robust growth in 2024–25, with exports surging nearly 25% year-on-year to reach US $5.7 billion, according to the Council for Leather Exports (CLE).

1 mins

Brazilian Footwear Exports Jump 14% in Q1 2025 Amid Currency Gains and Market Shifts

Brazil’s footwear exports surged in the first quarter of 2025, with the country shipping 31.55 million pairs of shoes valued at $269.8 million, marking a 14.1% rise in volume and 6.5% in value year-over-year, according to the Brazilian Footwear Industries Association (Abicalçados).

1 mins

EU and UAE to Launch Free Trade Talks, Boosting Economic and Industry Ties

The European Union and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to begin negotiations on a free trade agreement, a move hailed as a significant advancement in EU-Gulf relations.

1 mins

US Retail Sales Rise in March, But Consumer Confidence Wavers Amid Tariff Worries

Retail sales in the United States showed solid growth in March 2025, buoyed by higher incomes, lower energy costs, and generous tax refunds, but consumer sentiment remains cautious amid tariffrelated uncertainty.

1 mins

Bangladesh's Leather Footwear Exports Surge 25% in 2024-25

Bangladesh's leather footwear industry is showing robust growth, with exports rising 25.24% year-on-year in the first eight months of the fiscal year 2024-25, reaching US $496.17 million, according to data from the country's Export Promotion Bureau.

1 mins

LEADING SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION

IN THE POLYURETHANE INDUSTRY

2 mins

Identity BEYOND THE WORDMARKS

In this edition of PERSPECTIVE, we explore how brands innovate to protect and strengthen their unique identities. With consumer choices multiplying, differentiation has never been more challenging. This article examines how brands transcend traditional trademarks, leveraging visual and sensory elements to achieve iconic status and redefine success.

7 mins

WHAT DO CONSUMERS WANT?

WHICH SHOES AND BAGS SHOULD BUYERS PURCHASE FOR THEIR SHOP WINDOWS?

1 mins

The best-selling ВАGS for Autumn/ Winter 2025–26

RUNWAY TRENDS HINT AT THE MUST-HAVE QUALITIES BAGS AND FASHION ACCESSORIES WILL NEED TO DOMINATE NEXT SEASON'S SALES. AS ALWAYS, THE UPCOMING WINTER STAPLES AND NEW SUMMER COLLECTIONS WILL BE PREVIEWED IN RIVA DEL GARDA AT THE LAUNCH OF THE INNOVATIVE GARDABAGS TRADE FAIR.

3 mins

Ahikoza

The Indian Artisanal Renaissance Ahikoza Joins Forces with Brahm Group to Elevate Artisanal Luxury in India

1 mins

RETHINKING THE SHOWCASE

INSIDE THE NEW FORMAT OF THE GARDABAGS FAIR

3 mins

APLF 2025

Leather Fair Concludes in Hong Kong, Showcasing Global Innovation and Setting Industry Trends

2 mins

The Decadent Brew

How Luxury Fashion is Stirring Up the Hospitality Scene

2 mins

The LEGAL RUNWAY

Welcome to the glamorous and occasionally absurd drama of fashion law, where catwalks intersect with courtrooms, and stilettos become legal weapons. In this highstakes arena, brands don't just compete for the latest trends; they're locked in battles that rival any reality TV showdown. Over the last few decades, the global fashion scene has witnessed a whirlwind of legal skirmishes, from trademark tiffs to design clashes. Imagine a famous shoe brand poised to pounce on another for releasing a shoe with suspiciously similar stripes. Here, a misplaced buckle isn't just a fashion faux pas; it's a declaration of war! Welcome to “COUT-cue” - where fashion, wit, and courtroom theatrics collide!

4 mins

COMPONENT CONNECTIONS SHOE TECH'2025

India's Footwear Capital Hosts 9th Edition of 'Shoe Tech' 2025, a show highlighting the crucial role of footwear components

2 mins

WHY INDIA NEEDS A LEATHER MARK

A GAME CHANGER FOR FOOTWEAR CONSUMERS AND EXPORTS

6 mins

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND THE SHOE BUSINESS

THE NEXT INDUSTRY REVOLUTION HAS ALREADY BEGUN!

5 mins

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Shoes and Accessories Magazine Description:

Publisher: ACDC-Multimedia-Pvt-Ltd

Category: Fashion

Language: English

Frequency: Monthly

S&A continuously presents new concepts, designs, materials and innovation for constant betterment, updates key professionals on business information, consumer behaviour, market studies, industry reports and trade events. For the fashion conscious consumers, it provides information on trends and trend-setting products covering all categories in shoes, bags and fashion accessories.