Leather Goods Market Report 2025

The leather goods market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $404.81 billion in 2024 to $435.96 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to fashion trends, industrialization, historical export demands, influence of celebrity endorsement, changing lifestyles.

The leather goods market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $590.48 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to health and environmental awareness, emerging market growth, luxury market penetration, e-commerce growth, innovation in material alternatives. Major trends in the forecast period include cultural influences, rental and second-hand markets, augmented reality (AR) retail, transparency in supply chains, customization and personalization.

The anticipated growth in the demand for premium and high-quality luxury leather products is set to propel the expansion of the leather goods market. These luxury leather items, distinguished by their exceptional quality, smooth surfaces, and minimal flaws, attract customers seeking to showcase their wealth, reputation, and social status. Notably, in the first quarter of 2022, Hermès International, a French luxury goods company, experienced a 16% increase in sales for its Leather Products and Saddlery business compared to the same period in 2021. This growth was attributed to expanded manufacturing capacity and sustained demand, emphasizing the increasing preference for premium luxury leather products and driving the overall leather goods market.

The upward trajectory of consumer spending is poised to be a significant driver for the leather goods market. Consumer spending, encompassing the total expenditures by individuals or households on goods and services within a specific period, has seen a notable rise. In the third quarter of 2023, consumer spending in the United States increased to $15.49 trillion from $15.34 trillion in the second quarter of the same year. This heightened consumer spending contributes to the purchase of premium products, including leather goods, indicating a positive influence on the growth of the leather goods market.

Product innovation is a prominent trend gaining traction in the leather goods market. Key players in this sector are concentrating on creating innovative solutions to bolster their market position. For example, in July 2024, Tata International, the global trading and distribution arm of the Tata Group, introduced Phoenix Leather, an eco-friendly product from its Earthcare Leather range. This product was developed through a patented collaboration with the Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI) in Chennai, representing a significant advancement in sustainable leather technology. The new line is designed to address the rising demand for environmentally friendly materials in the fashion and manufacturing industries.

Major companies in the leather goods sector are engaging in strategic partnerships to introduce innovative leather products. In April 2023, Rashki, an India-based fashion brand, collaborated with Banofi Leather, an India-based leather company, to launch India's first-ever range of handbags made from banana leather. Utilizing an innovative process developed by Banofi, these handbags are created from banana crop waste, providing a robust leather alternative. Such partnerships contribute to the evolution of the leather goods market through the introduction of sustainable and innovative products.

In May 2023, LVMH, a France-based luxury goods company, acquired Nuti Ivo SpA Group for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is part of LVMH's strategy to create synergies between its beauty and leather goods segments, potentially enabling integrated marketing campaigns and co-branding opportunities. Nuti Ivo SpA Group is an Italy-based manufacturing company that produces leather goods for various industries, including footwear, clothing, and luxury brands. This move is expected to enhance LVMH's product offerings and strengthen its position in the luxury market.

Major companies operating in the leather goods market include Kering SA, Hermes International S.A., Louis Vuitton SE, Samsonite IP Holdings S.AR.L., Timberland LLC, Johnston And Murphy, Woodland, PRADA Spa, VIP Industries Ltd., VF Corp., LUCRIN Geneva, Nappa Dori, Saddles India Pvt. Ltd., Alma Leather, American Leather Operations LLC, Belstaff, Bottega Veneta, Brunello Cucinelli, Burberry, Capri Holdings Limited, Chanel, Coach, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Jack Georges.

Europe was the largest region in the leather goods market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the leather goods market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the leather goods market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the leather goods market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Leather goods encompass articles crafted from leather, which is derived from chemically treated animal skins and hides to prevent decomposition. Known for its strength, flexibility, and durability, leather is utilized in various lifestyle products for personal use or to convey a sense of social status.

The main types of leather used in bulk leather goods include full-grain leather, split-grain leather, genuine leather, faux leather, and bonded leather. Full-grain leather is a smooth leather derived from the top layer of the hide, retaining all of the natural grain. These leather goods comprise a diverse range of products, including footwear, handbags, apparel, luggage, wallets, belts, and more. These products are categorized into high-grade and mid-grade, and they are distributed through channels such as specialty stores, company-franchised stores, e-commerce platforms, supermarkets, hypermarkets, and other distribution channels. Leather goods cater to various applications for men, women, and children.

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The leather goods market consists of sales of various leather goods such as furniture, soft furnishings, saddles, bridles, and more. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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