Leather Apex

RLSD Africa provides a platform for designers to transform a sustainable material like leather into globally celebrated, innovative, and impactful product designs. @nikmudungwe #rlsdafrica2026 #slowfashion

RLSD Africa is where innovation meets sustainability, shaping the future of leather design excellence across the continent and beyond. @kjbrozyna #rlsdafrica2026 #slowfashion

Africa! We’re back and bigger than ever! The Real Leather. Stay Different. Africa Talent Leather Design Showcase 2026 has officially kicked off! This is the moment where Africa’s creativity takes the spotlight, where bold ideas meet innovation, and where emerging and visionary designers redefine what’s possible. No more limits. The challenge begins NOW, step up and claim your place! @_Real_leather_ @comesallpi #rlsdafrica2026 #slowfashion

Designers! This is the time to join a global movement that’s shaping the future of sustainable leather fashion! From Africa to Brazil, the UK, Vietnam, Taiwan, Thailand, and beyond, RLSD Africa connects your designs to a global network shaping the future of sustainable leather fashion. This is where you become a sustainable fashion ambassador by championing the beauty, verstaility, strength and durability of real leather. Whether you design apparel, accessories, or footwear, RLSD gives you a stage to be seen, heard, and taken seriously, not just as a creator, but as part of the future of leather fashion. Registrations and design submissions for RLSD Africa 2026 are now open. Step in. Be visible. Join the movement. #rlsdafrica2026 #slowfashion

On November 18, WWF Pakistan showcased a breakthrough for the nation’s leather sector: the country’s first-ever digitally traceable leather jacket, created under the Sustainable Manufacturing and Environmental Pollution (SMEP) Programme. internationalleathermaker.com/wwf-pakistan-u…

In this week's Redwood Comment, Mike Redwood reflects on his experience judging the Real Leather. Stay Different. Africa Showcase, a leather design competition highlighting sustainability, creativity and cultural heritage. internationalleathermaker.com/finding-your-i…

Do you remember when you joined X? I do! #MyXAnniversary

Only 6 days left until the submission deadline for the Real Leather. Stay Different. Africa Talent Leather Design Competition 2025. The clock is ticking, submit your design concept now! All we need at this stage are your sketches accompanied by detailed drawings of your design, a storyboard, and optionally, a short 2-minute video introducing your project. The final deadline is 6th June 2025 at midnight BST, and there will be no extensions. Don’t miss your chance to be seen on a global stage. Click the link in our bio to create your account and upload your submission today or message us for assistance. #rlsdafrica2025 #slowfashion

Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week (ASFW) is a platform where creativity meets commerce. The event not only celebrates Africa’s vibrant fashion, textile, and leather industries but also explores pathways to shape their future—aligned with this year’s theme: "Unleashing the Power of Sustainable Innovation in the Textile and Leather Value Chains." Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week arrives as the global fashion and textile industry undergoes a significant shift toward sustainability, equity, innovation, and deeper regional collaboration. Kenya stands ready to play a central role in this transformation, with Nairobi welcoming over 3,000 global stakeholders to network, learn, and conduct business. The world is increasingly looking to Africa, not just as a market but as a hub of creativity, culture, and circular innovation. According to McKinsey, Africa’s fashion and apparel market is projected to exceed $31 billion by 2026, while strategic investments in the leather industry could create over 200,000 jobs continent-wide and add billions to Africa’s GDP annually. #ExportAgendaKE #ASFWNairobi @DrJumaMukhwana @epzakenya @kenya_chamber @GatsbyAfrica @ITCnews @KEPSA_KENYA @IndustryKE @MITIKenya @Trade_Kenya @LeatherApex @AfriTrade_Group @eacmarkup @RLSD_Africa @wibkenya

Have you registered to participate in the Real Leather. Stay Different. Africa Talent Leather Design Showcase 2025? The Challenge: Design something extraordinary using at least 50% natural leather. Whether it’s apparel, footwear, or accessories, while embracing sustainability. Submit your storyboards and sketches on our website for a chance to be shortlisted among the top finalists and be a step away from becoming Africa’s Top Leather Product Designer. This is more than a competition. It’s your gateway to global recognition, strategic industry connections, and growth in sustainable fashion. How to Enter: Click the link in our bio to register OR Comment “Interested” on the comments section below and we will send you the registration link in your inbox. The stage is set. Will you rise to the challenge? #rlsdafrica2025 #slowfashion

The Wait is Over! The Real Leather. Stay Different. Africa Talent Leather Design Showcase 2025 has officially begun! Are you ready to become Africa’s Next Top Leather Product Designer? This is your chance to join other designers across Africa in showcasing the beauty, versatility, strength, and durability of leather. The Challenge Starts with You! Register now to secure your spot in Africa’s premier leather design competition. Whether you specialize in apparel, footwear, or accessories, this is your opportunity to take your creativity to the next level while embracing sustainability and innovation. How to Register: Click the link below to register OR Comment “Interested” on the comments section below and we will send you the registration link in your inbox. rlsd.internationaldesigncomp.com/my-account/log… Need help with registration? No worries! Send us a message, and our team will assist you every step of the way. #RLSDAfrica2025 #SlowFashion

India cuts duties on wet-blue and crust leather, by @ILMEditor ++Important news forth supply chain++ linkedin.com/pulse/india-cu…

First published in the November-December 2024 edition of ILM magazine. Mike Redwood looks back at how leather benefitted from previous events in history and asks where, and how, will the next boom for leather will occur. internationalleathermaker.com/where-will-the…

This design reflects the fragility of marine ecosystems due to overfishing. Crafted from sustainable leather, it demonstrates that fashion can be a powerful tool for sparking meaningful conversations on critical global issues.

MAKING THE CUT: Discover What Earned Biniyam Solomon Bekele a Spot in the RLSD Africa Talent Leather Design Showcase 2024 Finals... linkedin.com/posts/cbiteast… #SustainableFashion #EthicalFashion #ResponsibleSourcing #AfricaLeatherDesignShowcase2024

These handcrafted, custom leather sandals celebrate Africa's ingenuity while tackling global concerns. Crafted with care, they champion sustainability, quality, and individuality, defying the disposable culture of fast fashion. What matters most to you in footwear? #slowfashion

RLSD announces Africa showcase winner by @ILMEditor Real Leather. Stay Different. has announced the winner of its second Africa Talent Leather Design Showcase. internationalleathermaker.com/rlsd-announces…

US-Africa partnership boosts leather sustainability - Leatherbiz.com/News/170257 @_Real_leather_ #Africa #US #leather #ALLPI #africaleather

Justina Torry of USDA FAS applauded Africa’s creative ingenuity at #AfricaLeatherDesignShowcase2024, urging designers to lead the way in sustainable industries and redefine fashion's environmental footprint. A powerful moment for global collaboration. @USDAForeignAg @Real_leather

At #AfricaLeatherDesignShowcase2024, Nicholas Mudungwe of @comesallpi spotlighted Africa’s leather industry as a catalyst for innovation and sustainable growth. By nurturing talent and fostering value addition, Africa is poised to lead in global leather design. @RLSD_Africa