From September 7 to 9, 2025, Mipel will return to Pavilions 1 and 3 of Fiera Milano-Rho, in conjunction with Micam Milano.
The show will hit its 128th edition while it will exceptionally bring forward its dates, breaking with the traditional overlap with other fashion system trade shows (Milano Fashion&Jewels, Lineapelle, and TheOne Milano).
The decision was made necessary by the work that will be carried out on the exhibition center in preparation for the 2026 Winter Olympics. This change of course, dictated by exceptional circumstances, will only affect this September’s edition, as from the next edition taking place on February 22-24, 2026, the show will return to its usual calendar.
Promoted and organized by Assopellettieri with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) and ITA-Italian Trade Agency, and with the patronage of the Municipality of Milan, the event confirms its status as the international benchmark for the leather goods and fashion accessories sector.
With over 60 years of history, Mipel represents a crossroads of trends, inspiration, and business opportunities, with a highly qualified audience and over 200 brands presenting their s/s 2026 collections, including both historic names and emerging realities, equally divided between Italian and international brands.
To further support the event and offer greater business opportunities to exhibiting companies, this edition of Mipel will once again be able to count on the support of ITA – Italian Trade Agency—through dedicated communication activities and, in particular, the international buyers incoming project. Thanks to this initiative, 23 selected professional operators from ten countries will participate in the show, helping to strengthen its international dimension.
Alongside the wide range of exhibits, the fair will also host special projects and areas designed to promote the sector and offer visitors an immersive experience that combines tradition, innovation, and entertainment.
Informal networking and convivial opportunities and DJ sets will make the visit even more dynamic and engaging.
After the huge success of the February edition, Mipel Factory will return in Pavilion 3 as a true interactive workshop, where artisan excellence dialogues with the most advanced technological in-novations.
Created in collaboration with Arsutoria and some leading companies in leather goods technology and supplies, Mipel Factory will offer visitors an immersive experience: they will be able to watch live demonstrations of some of the stages involved in the creation of small leather goods items, made using the latest generation of machinery equipped with automatic vision systems and artificial intelligence.
Along with a trend area, the show will also host The Italian Startup Project, an initiative that focuses on a selection of promising young Italian brands that have distinguished themselves for their creativity, contemporary vision, and ability to create products that meet market needs.
Finally, Showcase Milano, the space where design meets research and craftsmanship blends with innovation, will once again be in the spotlight with a selection of fashion and design companies chosen for their creative approach and strong stylistic identity.
The international vocation of the event will also be expressed through its partnership with Viamadeinitaly, the digital platform that connects over 24,000 buyers with Italian manufacturers of excellence.
Thanks to this collaboration, Italian companies at MIPEL can benefit from an exclusive showcase and cutting-edge digital tools. This concrete support amplifies opportunities for contact and promotes internationalization and digitalization.
The section The Eastern Edge, the area inside Pavilion 3, and a section of Pavilion 5 will host a selection of companies from emerging markets such as India, China, and Pakistan, which, together with exhibitors from over 18 countries, were selected with the aim of making the fair a privileged observatory on global trends and developments in the sector.
Claudia Sequi
“Mipel is a strategic moment for the entire leather goods supply chain. In a complex phase for the sector, it is essential to maintain solid reference points and continue to create spaces for openness, discussion, and business opportunities, especially in support of the small and medium-sized enterprises that form the backbone of the sector,” commented Claudia Sequi, president, Mipel and Assopellettieri.
“The event remains an essential opportunity to showcase craftsmanship, support innovation, and promote the competitiveness of our companies on international markets,” she added.
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