In a clarion call for innovation and transformation of the Nigeria leather industry, the 8th edition of Lagos Leather Fair (LLF2025) is billed to hold on June 28-29, 2025 at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
  
With the theme, Designing For Tomorrow, LLF2025 is poised to revolutionise the African leather scene, gathering visionary designers, master artisans, pioneering entrepreneurs, and key industry figures to map out an exciting new era for leather craftsmanship on the continent.
  
Since its groundbreaking launch in 2017, LLF has evolved into a catalyst for innovation, market expansion, and international recognition of African leather brands.

This year’s fair takes an unprecedented leap forward, not just showcasing talent but delivering solutions, empowering leatherpreneurs to navigate challenges and assert their rightful place on the global stage.
  
The highlights of LLF2025 are as follows: Exhibitions of a curated selection of Africa’s most promising leather brands; masterclasses and conversations with over 20 industry experts on transformative topics such as the use of AI in leather design, the importance of pricing right, navigating cross-border payments, and the Made-in-Africa phenomenon; workshops where stakeholders will gain practical insights from industry experts.

These sessions will cover critical business aspects such as branding and marketing, product development, the use of digital tools for leather creatives, etc; Runway Shows: showcase of the artistry in leather design as it redefines creativity, innovation and craftsmanship; The LLF Accelerator: A groundbreaking opportunity for emerging designer brands to learn, secure mentorship and networking opportunities, and gain insights on strategies for business growth; The LeatherPreneur Challenge: The LLF Accelerator programme will culminate in a pitching session at the Fair during which a few selected brands will present their business ideas to prospective investors; The Maker’s Bench: An interactive, hands-on space where visitors at the Fair will be given an opportunity to learn some leathercrafting basics, guided by skilled makers; LLF Awards: Celebrate the trailblazers setting new standards in African leather, and Leather Installation: a dedicated space showcasing the magic and the versatility of leather.
  
The Convener of Lagos Leather Fair and Creative Director of FemiHandbags, Femi Olayebi, said: “LLF2025 is more than an event; it’s a dynamic movement dedicated to unleashing opportunities, sparking crucial conversations, and arming leather creatives with the insights, access and connectivity necessary to push-us forward.

Africa’s leather industry is a sleeping giant bursting with so much potential. This is why ‘Designing for Tomorrow’ isn’t just a theme – it’s a call to action. The future demands innovation, a serious rethinking of our values, and a coming together of like-minded individuals focused on delivering excellence. It’s time to seize that future and make it our own.”