FAIR PROFILE
The AUSTRALIAN SHOE FAIR has been developed as a result of demand from suppliers and industry stakeholders for a high quality, industry operated and truly independent footwear Fair for the Australian market. The event enjoys the support of Major Media Partner Footwear News Australia as well as the major retail buying groups.

DATES & VENUE
14 - 16 September 2008
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Southbank

RANGE PROFILE
Womens, Mens, Childrens, Bridal, Business, Casual/Leisure, Comfort, Designer,
Dress, Evening, Footwear Accessories, House/Slippers, Sports/Lifestyle & Orthopaedic

VISITOR PROFILE
Who visits the Fair:
Footwear Buyers, Directors, CEO’s, Business Owners, Store Managers &
Group Managers

From:
Footwear Retailers, Fashion Retailers, Footwear Chain Stores, Boutique Footwear Stores, Boutique Fashion Stores, Department Stores, Independent Footwear Stores & Podiatrists

PROGRAM
TRADE ONLY
Sunday   14 September 2008  10am - 6pm
Monday   15 September 2008   9am - 5pm
Tuesday  16 September 2008   9am - 4pm

 

VISITOR FACTS FROM FEBRUARY 2008 FAIR

The majority of visitors - almost 90% - were from Boutique and Independent Retailers.

A selection of stores that attended...

Colorado, David Jones, Edward Meller, Fine Feathers Boutique, Grandma Takes a Trip, Kmart Australia, Lisa Ho Designs, Lowes Manhattan, Myer, Ninewest, Payless Shoes, RM Williams, Strandbags Group, Target Australia, Zimmermann


International visitors...
The Fair attracted a strong 100+ contingent of international Visitors from South America, Europe, Asia, India and New Zealand.


Post Fair Wrap...

The 5th AUSTRALIAN SHOE FAIR wrapped up on 17 February 2008 after three days of new footwear technology, glamour and even a dash of historical inspiration.
 

Welcoming visitors from across Australia, South America, Asia, Europe and New Zealand, the Australian Shoe Fair was considered an overwhelming success by organisers and exhibitors alike. The Shoe Fair attracted thousands of buyers seeking the very best of the Spring Summer 2009 season.

 

Featuring over 160 exhibitors and thousands of footwear and accessory labels, the atmosphere was alive as retailers were treated to an array of features from mini runway shows and podiatry seminars to a static vintage footwear display showcasing footwear design from three centuries.

  

First time exhibitor Simon Cron of Swiss technology brand MBT footwear was keen to launch his label to a wider audience following his recent step into the Australian market. “The Shoe Fair was great for us, as a large number of medical professionals attended, which meant there was a high level of exposure to that industry. The Shoe Fair gave us the chance to offer experiential learning to our target market, meaning buyers actually got to try the shoe and see how it felt on, rather than just hearing about it.”

 

Returning to the Australian Shoe Fair, Renee Demana of South Australian label Gracious Me commented “The Fair is good for getting our brand out, and we came away from the fair with some valuable contacts and great exposure to those boutique stores which are looking for something a little more cutting edge to complement the latest fashion trends”

 

The Australian Shoe fair is recognised as the key event where the footwear industry congregates to source new seasons looks, meet with industry leaders, discover new labels and liaise with existing suppliers.  The fair brings Australia’s leading and emerging high quality suppliers; covering men, women and children’s footwear, as well as a full range of accessories to complete the offer. 

 

The next AUSTRALIAN SHOE FAIR will be at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre in September 2008, showcasing the 2009 Autumn Winter Collections.