Expo for shoe, leather lovers back in capital

Expo Riva Schuh India, a platform showcasing a range of footwear and leather accessories, is back with its third edition. To be held here July 4, it will feature works of over 200 global leather product-makers.

The three-day exhibition will take place at the Pragati Maidan Exhibition Centre.

The fair is organised by Riva del Garda Fierecongressi and Italian Exposition Pvt. Ltd. (IEPL) in cooperation with Council of Leather Exports (CLE), India Trade Promotion Organisation ( ITPO) and ICE - Italian Trade Commission, Trade Promotion Section of the Italian Embassy.

"Last year, we got 3,795 international buyers and we are really pleased with the success of the Expo Riva Schuh in India. We will thrive on the success achieved, and will continue to work for the third edition of Expo Riva Schuh India, towards reinforcing this partnership, which is fundamental to the success of the event," said Giovanni Laezza, managing director, Riva del Garda Fierecongressi.

A few fashion brands, which will showcase their collection of footwear, bags, gloves, belts and leather accessories includes Baldinini, Loriblu, Maresca, Fabi, Giovanni Fabiani and Cerutti.

It will also have first time participation from the merchandise brands Angry Birds, Superman, Tweety and Looney tunes, said a statement.