Russia’s Premier International Exhibition for Shoes and Leather Goods
OBUV. MIR KOZHI is a unique event and the key gathering for the shoe business, bringing together the world’s leading brands, manufacturers, designers, and industry specialists to showcase their products and order new collections. The exhibition has been held since 1969 and takes place twice a year, exerting a significant influence on the Russian market for shoes and finished leather goods that meet international quality standards.
Autumn 2026 Edition
The 65th International Exhibition for Shoes and Leather Products – OBUV. MIR KOZHI 2026. Autumn – will take place from October 13–15, 2026, in Pavilion 57 of VDNH in Moscow.
Opening Hours:
- October 13–14: 10:00 – 18:00
- October 15: 10:00 – 16:00
Admission: Free entry with pre-registration.
Organiser: EXPOCONSTA LLC.
Exhibition Coverage
The exhibition presents a comprehensive range of finished footwear and leather accessories across several key categories:
Footwear:
- Women’s, men’s, and children’s shoes
- Home and leisure footwear
- Sports footwear
Leather Goods and Accessories:
- Handbags and men’s bags, briefcases, and folders
- Wallets and purses
- Suitcases
- Gloves, belts, and umbrellas
- Women’s and men’s clothing
Materials and Components:
- Leather materials, components, and fittings
- Shoe care products for leather, fur, and sheepskin
Spring 2026 Edition Highlights
The 64th spring edition, held from March 24–26, 2026, demonstrated the exhibition’s continued significance in the global fashion industry.
Key Statistics:
- 80+ leading global brands from 6 countries: Russia, China, France, Italy, San Marino, and Spain
- Buyers from 71 regions of Russia and 12 countries
- Organised by EXPOCENTRE AO, with Italian participation supported by Assocalzaturifici
The spring edition featured two key salons: Shoes, and Bags, Leather Goods & Accessories, providing additional opportunities for buyers to expand their product lines.
Notable shoe brands included: Accademia, Marino Fabiani, Loriblu, Giovanni Fabiani, Thierry Rabotin, Dino Bigioni, Emile, GNV Giampieronicola, Lab Milano, Kelton, Nila&Nila, Lucaguerrini, Fru.it, Alberto Ciccioli, Repo+La Repo, Donna Soft, Ninalilou, Francesco V., and Alma en Pena.
Notable accessories brands included: Cromia, Arcadia, Valentino Orlandi, Gironacci, Braccialini, Sara Burglar, Roberta Gandolfi, Innue’, Vizio Collezione, Anekke, Pourchet, Lancaster, Piumelli, Raganella Princess, Valentino, Vintage+, and La Vita Firenze.
Young Designers Festival
EXPOCENTRE AO and Kosygin Russian State University of Design and Technology organise the regular Shoes Design Festival of Young Designers alongside the exhibition. In spring 2026, participants submitted 127 designs, with winners determined by a professional jury and open online voting across three categories: Shoes, Accessories, and Shoes & Accessories.
Why Attend?
OBUV. MIR KOZHI provides a unique opportunity for representatives of retail chains, stores, and wholesale companies to:
- Establish direct business contacts with manufacturers and official distributors
- Be the first to place orders for upcoming seasons
- Discover new brands and trademarks
- Assess cooperation opportunities and replenish partner pools
- Get acquainted with global fashion trends and market developments
- Adjust product ranges to meet target audience needs
As the exhibition’s organisers note: “The Obuv. Mir Kozhi exhibitors don’t follow trends. They create them!”
