Building on last winter’s successful market launch of their waterproof BIGFOOT sole winter boots and lightweight hiking footwear incorporating a TEXAPORE O3 membrane and X-STATIC lining,  JACK WOLFSKIN neatly rounds off their winter footwear range with a brace of new models. The WILD WOOD is a winter trekking boot with high-cut uppers and good support, while the CROSSHIKE MID hiking shoe is the ankle-high, waterproof version of last summer’s success story.

In the 11th TOP MODEL Competition main awards went to the exhibits of the firms Wendel CZ, Jiří Štrobl and Fare. The competiton on the occasion of the KABO Show is announced by the Czech Shoemakers’ and Tanners’ Association, a.s., BVV Trade Fairs Brno and the periodical TextilŽurnál. This time the Jury of Assessment chose from 44 footwear and leatherware exhibits entered for the competition by 17 exhibitors.

The foot is a complex structure subjected to major efforts during all types of sporting activities, particularly on cold, wet and unstable terrain with ice and snow. That is why selection of high-performance equipment, adapted to the desired usage, is very important. Good shoes greatly reduce the risk of physical accidents and damage to muscle and bone.

The sale of around 1.7 million pairs of LOWA shoes and a market share of over 30% in Germany alone says it all. LOWA are the number 1 manufacturers of outdoor footwear, bar none.  Although this is no reason for them to become complacent, the Bavarian firm from Jetzendorf are quite rightly very proud. Any opportunity to improve on their products is always eagerly seized.

Turkish shoe and leather fashion suppliers captivate our imagination with highest quality, finest materials and an unerring feel for trends.14 exhibitors from Turkey showcase their all-new shoe and leather fashions at GDS from 15 to 17 September 2006 in Düsseldorf.

The embodiment of the innovative spirit of the MIDEC exhibition, IMAGINE builds the link between the worlds of creativity and industry, offering an area for expression to new and established designers. Wanting to stimulate interaction between creativity and industry, Imagine at Midec has always taken a fresh look at design by acting as a forum for young or more experienced designers. The area offers opportunities to discover new talent and new brands.The area spread has 3 focal points, each with its own identity: iMAGINE rising stars,  iMAGINE en duo and iMAGINE creative labels.

HÖGL’s Collection for Spring/Summer 2006: With its latest trends, HÖGL ventures out to new shores of fashion. Nature in all its rich facettas is the central source of inspiration for the Högl novelties bringing not only the newly discovered naturalness, but also prime ethno style influences and a touch of exoticism.