The 2025 Fashion Eco-friendly Synthetic Leather Industry Show dazzled on July 18 at the Lishui Economic and Technological Development Zone in Lishui, Zhejiang province, attracting industry experts, designers, and brand representatives nationwide.

The event showed the integration of technology and fashion creativity, envisioning the future of Lishui's synthetic leather industry.

The Lishui Economic and Technological Development Zone is recognized as a China's water-based synthetic leather industrial base, hosting over 160 enterprises. Since 2003, it has developed a comprehensive industry chain. Last year, fashion designs featuring Lishui's eco-friendly synthetic leather materials were shown in Paris, highlighting China's innovative approach to fashion.

Fashion designs featuring synthetic leather materials from Lishui go on show. [Photo/Tide News]

The event featured the release of the White Paper on Fashion Synthetic Leather Industry in China (Lishui). This document explored new technologies and trends in the application of synthetic leather across the home, automotive, and fashion sectors.

Four top designers were appointed as "Fashion Design Leading Experts" by the Lishui Economic and Technological Development Zone, spearheading innovation and brand enhancement.

The highlight was a display of over 60 award-winning designs, featuring eco-friendly synthetic leather materials and artistic aesthetics, underscoring the industry's sustainable potential.

The event also included a brand networking session, fostering collaboration between fashion brands and synthetic leather enterprises — injecting new energy into the industry's future.