APLF, in conjunction with the COMITE FRANCAIS DE LA COULEUR, presents five major themes that usher in a summer full of paradoxes as well as parallels: SCIENTIFIC DREAM ... a new, futuristic approach in the play of patterns, lights; graphic lines; ergonomic, fluid forms...colours range from light to dark, black and white, greys and metallics, ELEGANT SIMPLICITY...casual, modern, relaxed chic, balance between strength and softness in materials...whites, beiges, classic brown tones of leather, POETIC NOSTALGIA...Lightness, fluidity and transparency evoke a sensual femininity...

Metallic adornments enrich different varieties of aged leather, suede and velvet. The latest ideas in bags, purses, cases and belts for next Autumn-Winter season presented at IBERPIEL MARROQUINERÍA stand out for their innovative designs and the use of new shade sand colour ranges, applied to varieties of leather of prime quality. As a result, we find number of accessories that are perfect for any occasion.

MODACALZADO is the largest trade fair in Spain for the footwear industry and one ofthe three most important events in Europe within this field. With twenty editions behind it, this fair has enjoyed considerable success based on an exhibition model that presentsthe rich diversity of footwear companies. Throughout these years, MODACALZADO has also been able to cater for the demands of Spanish industry, which has operated on a world-widestage for a number of decades, as well as those of the most important foreign companieswithin the sector.

Maxing out on climate controlled comfort – Footwear with TEXAPORE O3 and the X-STATIC lining, JACK WOLFSKIN introduces leading-edge new materials for enhanced comfort in outdoor footwear. The introduction of two innovative new materials in the Footwear product sector has allowed JACK WOLFSKIN to achieve a noticeable improvement in the wearer comfort of their outdoor footwear.

The new seriousness: fashion gets more reticent – value and luxury are again current. Fashion is more reticent, more grown-up, dressing instead of disguising is the point. Inspirations are still taken from past epochs; yet a quality thinking and stylistic perfection are prevailing playful details and ornamental decorations. A tendency towards luxury brings about noble leather types and valuable furs.

Before they are worn for the first time, new shoes should be given a basic waterproofing treatment to protect them against deeply engrained dirt and penetrating moisture. Waterproof each shoe uniformly two to three times from a distance of 20 cm. Use a COLLONIL waterproofing spray suitable for the type of material. In no case the application shall be too wet. Instead, apply the spray thinly several times. After a sufficient drying period, smooth leather can be polished and suede leather can be roughened.

Winter 2006-2007 will be characterised by contradictions and opposite directions, creating a tension that encourages a sense of passion and creativity.

The 38th session of Midec - International Footwear Fashion - was held on Friday 3, Saturday 4, and Sunday 5 February at Paris-Expo / Porte de Versailles. Determined to position footwear firmly in the heart of fashion, Midec had decided to change its dates and opening days, in order to participate in the synergy among all the fashion fairs that are partners in Paris Capitale de la Création.

Know-how increased through years of experience and a specific vocation for interacting with local territory. These are the two fundamental beliefs underlying LONES philosophy. The company began activities in 1986, producing and selling "FLY FLOT Italian Comfort".

The sixteenth edition of SIPIEL, International Leather Week, which took place at Feria de Madrid between Thursday 23rd and Saturday 25th March, ended with some excellent results.  The Week, which is made up of MODACALZADO, the International Footwear Trade Fair, and IBERPIEL MARROQUINERIA, the International Leather Goods Trade Fair, welcomed a total of 20,065 professionals, a large number of whom presented a higher purchasing level than at previous editions, whilst extending their stay at the fair to two days.   

René LACOSTE entered the legend of tennis when he and his team-mates “The Musketeers”, stole the DAVIS CUP away from the Americans for the first time, in 1927 and again in 1928. Not forgetting his 3 French Open victories (1925, 1927 and at the ROLAND-GARROS stadium in 1929), his two victories in Great Britain (WIMBLEDON 1925 and 1928) and two U.S. OPEN titles at Forest Hills (1926 and 1927). René LACOSTE was born in France on 2nd July 1904 and died on 12th October 1996.

Herzogenaurach, April 28, 2006 – adidas presents 32 football boot designs, inspired by the team colours of the 32 nations participating in the 2006 FIFA World Cup™. Every nation will have its very own +F50 Tunit design featuring a variety of country colours and details. Some of the shoes will be widely available in retail, others will be produced in limited editions only. The +F50 Tunit 32 designs will only be made available as upper components of the modular TUNIT concept.