Shoes & Accessories

Riva del Garda, Italy: The session “India Calling: New Routes for Global Business” emerged as one of the key knowledge-sharing platforms at GardaBags, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, trade experts and international stakeholders to explore the immense opportunities unfolding in the Indian footwear, leather, fashion and retail sectors. The sessi...

Agra’s footwear industry came together on June 2, 2026, at Holiday Inn, Agra, for a focused session on the India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the emerging regulatory framework that will shape the future of exports to Europe. As part of its ongoing efforts to facilitate industry dialogue and knowledge-sharing, Shoes & Accessories magazine, le...

Actor-producer Anushka Sharma has acquired a minority stake in Agilitas Sports, further deepening the association between the fast-growing sportswear company and India’s most influential celebrity couple. The investment follows cricketer Virat Kohli’s entry into Agilitas as an investor and strategic partner last year. Founded by a team of former Puma India leaders, Agilitas ...

From Orlando to Chengdu, via Coventry. The Around The World project takes Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags where trends take shape, regulations are discussed and partnerships are built. Three stops, one objective: turning market knowledge into business opportunities.

The fair continues its commitment to deepening its understanding of global markets and building str...

An industry gentleman who quietly thought years ahead of his time

There are people you meet in business who remain professional acquaintances. And then there are those rare individuals who quietly shape your thinking, your approach to work and even your understanding of leadership. Irshad Mecca belonged firml...