The 5th edition of the Dubai International Footwear & Leather Exhibition (DIFLEX), the largest show of its kind in the Middle East, will run during September 23-25, 2025, bringing over 250 brands and manufacturers under one roof at the InterContinental Festival Arena in Dubai Festival City.
DIFLEX 2025 is also poised to welcome more than 600 hosted buyers and attract over 5,000 trade visitors from the region and across the world in the backdrop of the leather and footwear industry showing significant growth in key economies.
Organised by the Dubai-based Verifair, DIFLEX 2025, will be one of the most significant business gatherings in the footwear and leather industry this year bringing together international brands, manufacturers, exporters and designers under one roof.
This year’s event promises to be one of the most diverse and dynamic showcases for the global footwear, leather and fashion accessories industry, with over 10,000 product lines on showcase. China will be a leading presence while many European players are also debuting at the show this year.
India will be a prominent exhibitor while others are from Italy, Portugal, Egypt, Syria, Spain, Thailand, Pakistan, the UAE, Jordan, Turkey, and many others.
The expo will highlight products ranging from finished leather and footwear to bags, accessories, garments and footwear components.
Visitors can expect to meet some of the top shoe making companies, leather manufacturers and footwear suppliers from Dubai, the Gulf and across the globe.
Exhibitors will showcase exclusive collections, advanced materials and cutting-edge designs while offering opportunities to explore the latest trends in the industry.
The event is not just a display of products but also a hub for networking, business deals and industry collaborations.
Under the theme, `Sustainability driven growth strategies for ‘Footwear & Leather Industry’ in the Middle East,’ a conference will be addressed by Shamsa Muaid Fahad AlAhbabi, Managing Director and CEO, Al Khaznah Tannery, Bader Al Alawi, Managing Director, CHIC, Anwar Bougroug, Founder and Creative Director, Bougroug, May Ahmed, Bag Designer, H & T bags and Sally Sarieddine, Founder and Creative Designer, LaLaQueen.
DIFLEX 2025 is a platform to connect, learn and grow. Whether you are a brand looking to expand in the Middle East or a buyer searching for unique products, this event offers a strategic gateway into the global market.
Date & Venue:
23–25 September 2025, Festival Arena, Dubai Festival City, Dubai
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