EXPERIENCE DESIGN IN THE HEART OF MILAN
Join us for 5 unforgettable days of curated tours, creative exploration, and insider access in the heart of the fashion capital. Curated by Nina Rozin, footwear designer and Director of the Lonsdale Leather Shoemaking School, in partnership with the Lonsdale Leather team. Discover materials, meet industry experts, and gain insights to elevate your creative practice!22-26 SEPTEMBER 2025
5 half-day guided experiences
Open to: designers, leatherworkers, students, lecturers, and creatives in related fields
Program Fee: $2,500
Flights and accommodations not included
VISIT THE INTERNATIONAL LEATHER FAIR
LINEAPELLE isn’t just a trade fair; it’s the pulse of the global leather industry. As one of the world’s top leather exhibitions, it brings together hundreds of tanneries, material suppliers, and manufacturers of accessories and components, showcasing trends, technologies, and new textures for the year ahead.With VIP access and experienced guidance, you’ll ease into the otherwise intimidating scale of Lineapelle.
Designed with first-time visitors and emerging professionals in mind, this curated experience helps you find your footing, make meaningful connections, and confidently navigate one of the most important events in the global design calendar.
The visit includes hands-on workshops and lectures, opportunities to connect with vendors, and insights on sourcing materials and building industry relationships.
DISCOVER THE
WORLD OF LUXURY DESIGN
You will journey through Milan’s most inspiring creative spaces to experience the richness of Italian design.
As one of the most influential design capitals in the world, Milan sets the tone for fashion, architecture, and lifestyle trends globally.
From exhibitions and architectural landmarks to curated boutiques, you will learn how culture and aesthetics come together to tell powerful stories. Each stop offers fresh perspective and inspiration to fuel your own creative path.
Explore Italian
Design Heritage
Italian fashion has shaped the language of global style for decades, rooted in craftsmanship, innovation, and a deep cultural connection to design.
We will visit the work of two masters who helped define that legacy beginning with a rare archive experience, and continuing with a special celebration of genius at the Armani/Silos retrospective, marking 20 years of Armani Privé.
Discover the Future Of Making
Would you like to know where technology is taking design next? What will footwear and leather production look like in the near future?We will visit Simac Tanning Tech, the leading international trade fair for innovation in the leather and footwear industries.
From automated machinery to digital tools and sustainable solutions, this visit offers a glimpse into the systems shaping how we will design and produce in the years to come.
Step Into Milan’s Creative Pulse
The Lonsdale Leather Milano Tour takes place during Milan Fashion Week, when the city is alive with events, exhibitions, and creative energy.Alongside curated visits, you will have the chance to connect with industry professionals, explore emerging trends, and gain insight into the ideas driving the future of design.
Enjoy a rooftop drink and networking, as well as an inside invitation to experience Fashion Week events.
It is not just a tour. It is your invitation into the global design community.
Join us in Milan and take your creative practice to the next level.
