Lagos Leather Fair 2025: Africa’s Leather Industry Takes Center Stage

The 8th edition of the Lagos Leather Fair (LLF 2025) is set to take place from June 28-29, 2025, at the Balmoral, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. This event serves as an unmissable celebration of Africa’s thriving leather industry and functions as a call for innovation and transformation.

Under the inspiring theme of “DESIGNING FOR TOMORROW,” LLF 2025 is poised to revolutionise the African leather scene, gathering visionary designers, master artisans, pioneering entrepreneurs, and key industry figures to map out an exciting new era for leather craftsmanship on the continent.

Africa’s leather industry is a sleeping giant bursting with so much potential,” says Femi Olayebi, the creative force behind Femi Handbags and the visionary Convener of Lagos Leather Fair. “LLF 2025 is more than an event; it’s a dynamic movement dedicated to unleashing opportunities, sparking crucial dialogues, and arming leather creatives with the insight, access and connectivity necessary to push us forward. ‘Designing for Tomorrow’ isn’t just a theme—it’s a call to action. The future demands innovation, a serious rethinking of our values, and a coming together of like-minded individual focused on delivering excellence. It’s time to seize that future and make it our own.

Since its groundbreaking launch in 2017, LLF has evolved beyond a mere annual event into a significant catalyst for innovation, market expansion, and international recognition of African leather brands. This year’s Fair takes an unprecedented leap forward, not just showcasing talent but delivering solutions, empowering leatherpreneurs to navigate challenges and assert their rightful place on the global stage.

LLF is transforming into a year-round force for change, leveraging strategic partnerships to tackle critical industry challenges, including raw material access, supply chain efficiency, financing, global market ambitions, and the adoption of cutting-edge technology.Highlights of LLF 2025:

• Exhibitions: Discover a curated selection of Africa’s most exquisite leather brands.
• Masterclasses & Conversation: Engage with over 20 industry experts on transformative topics like the use of AI in leather design, the importance of pricing right, navigating cross-border payments, and the Made-in-Africa phenomenon.
• Workshops: Gain practical insights from industry experts. These sessions will cover critical business aspects such as branding and marketing, product development, the use of digital tools for leather creatives, etc. Runway Shows: Witness the artistry in leather design as it redefines creativity, innovation and craftsmanship.
• Runway Shows: Witness the artistry in leather design as it redefines innovation and craftsmanship.
• The LLF Accelerator: A groundbreaking opportunity for emerging designer brands to learn, secure mentorship and networking opportunities, and gain insights on strategies for business growth.
• The LeatherPreneur Challenge: The LLF Accelerator programme will culminate in a pitching session at the Fair during which a few selected brands will present their business ideas to prospective investors.
• The Maker’s Bench: An interactive, hands-on space where visitors at the Fair will be given an opportunity to learn some leathercrafting basics, guided by skilled makers.
• LLF Awards: Celebrate the trailblazers setting new standards in African leather.
• A Leather Installation: A dedicated space showcasing the magic and the versatility of leather!

LLF 2025 is a convergence of creativity and action, driving the narrative of Africa’s leather potential. Will you be part of this thrilling transformation?

Seats are filling up fast, stories are waiting to be told, and Africa’s leather future is calling. Secure your place by registering here.

For sponsorship opportunities or participation details, please send an email to [email protected], and for press accreditation or media inquiries, click here.
For more information, visit here or follow @lagosleatherfair on Instagram to be a part of the recognised Africa’s leather evolution.

L-R: Omobowale Biobaku, Founder and CEO of Mobos Fashion; Arthur Nkemeh, Head of SME Banking, Wema Bank; Femi Olayebi, Creative Director of FemiHandbags / Founder of Lagos Leather Fair; Sinmi Olayebi Ademusan, Lead Consultant, FMCG; Taba Peterside, CEO of Waveline Growth Partners at Lagos Leather Fair 2024

L-R: Femi Olayebi, Convener, Lagos Leather Fair and Vivien Shobo, Independent Non- Executive director, Guinness Nigeria at Lagos Leather Fair 2024.

About Lagos Leather Fair

The Lagos Leather Fair stands as a vibrant and inspiring showcase of Nigeria’s rich leather craftsmanship. Through its dynamic exhibitions, interactive conversations and workshops, and captivating runway shows, the fair functions as a platform for fostering creativity, innovation, and economic growth within the leather industry. For sponsorship opportunities or participation details, please send an email to [email protected], and for press accreditation or media inquiries, contact [email protected]. For more information, visit the website or check out @lagosleatherfair on Instagram. Be a part of Africa’s leather evolution!

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