The number of foreign buyers was up 5.1% to 22,623, with visitors from Japan, Germany, Spain, France, Russia and the UK the most prevalent. Italian visitor participation was also higher, up 4.6% to 23,690.

Elegant, streamlined heels were prominent among women’s lines and ballet pumps continued to be a major feature. There were also a lot of sandals; both Fifties cocktail styles and jewelled, slashed wedges. Leathers were soft and glossy, featuring bold colours and high-impact accessories.

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