AEC presents spring-summer 2026 trends developed by Trendstop
Flash news
October 2024
The event will be held on November 5 at 7 p.m. at the Elche Convention Center.
The Spanish Association of Footwear and Leather Goods Components Companies (AEC) presents trends for the spring-summer 2026 season on November 5 at 7 p.m. at the Elche Congress Center, in collaboration with the Elche City Council and the Generalitat Valenciana.
International consulting firm Trendstop will unveil live the new trends that will lead the industry in the coming season. Dedicated to footwear and leather goods professionals, new materials, colors and styles that will dominate the market in the coming months will be presented.
To attend the presentation, you must register in advance through the AEECC website at www.componentescalzado.com.
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