PREVIEW FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES IV brings the industry together for two days of inspiration, product and networking

With a broad selection of relevant brands and collections, PREVIEW FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES offered an accessible and inspiring environment where product took centre stage. The relaxed atmosphere provided plenty of opportunity to meet, reconnect and establish new business relationships.

Two Days of Inspiration, Product and Networking

PREVIEW FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES is the place to discover, network and look ahead. Visitors were able to explore a wide range of collections efficiently and gain inspiration from the latest developments in footwear and accessories.

This season’s edition welcomed more than 300 unique retailers. The overall atmosphere at CAST was very positive, with responses from both visitors and exhibitors once again highlighting the importance of accessible, personal opportunities for the industry to meet and connect.

It was clear that many visitors came to the event with a specific agenda, heading directly to pre-arranged appointments on the show floor. At the same time, CAST continues to encourage visitors to remain curious about new trends and brands. Especially in today’s market, meeting in person, exchanging ideas and strengthening connections within the industry remain essential.

Positive Feedback from Exhibitors

Exhibitors also look back enthusiastically on the fourth edition of PREVIEW FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES. The combination of professional organisation, a positive atmosphere and high-quality attendance was widely appreciated.

Jan Beekhuizen – Merrell: “We look back on two very successful days. On both days, we welcomed new customers and established valuable contacts. PREVIEW provides an excellent opportunity to connect with both existing and new business relationships.”

Yente – Inuovo: “We are very pleased with this edition. The atmosphere was positive and energetic, and everything was exceptionally well organised. This creates a pleasant environment in which to present our collections and engage with customers and business partners.”

Antoni – Unisa: “We were pleasantly surprised by the professional organisation and the quality of the visitors. The combination of thorough preparation, strong brand presentation and focused trade attendance made this edition particularly successful for us.”

Tribute to Jan Jansen

During both days, a special presentation was also dedicated to Jan Jansen. The relaunch of the Bruno was the final project Jan Jansen worked on together with Hooijer Footwear Group. As a tribute to his exceptional contribution to the Dutch footwear industry, Hooijer Footwear Group is dedicating this model to Jan Jansen.

Beyond The Trend: Looking Ahead to the Future of Retail

Alongside the latest collections, the future of retail was also a key topic at the event. On Tuesday 25 August, a live podcast recorded during PREVIEW FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES highlighted Beyond The Trend, the new inspiration event jointly organised by CAST and Textilia on Thursday 8 October 2026.

The market is changing faster than ever. The question is: will you continue to compete, or will you innovate? Beyond The Trend focuses on the retail of tomorrow. Together with, among others, Jan Agelink, Studio Anneloes and Isolde Delanghe, the event will explore the developments, opportunities and challenges shaping the future of fashion retail.

Ending the Day Together

As is tradition, the first day of the event concluded with a relaxed networking reception. From 4:00 p.m., visitors, exhibitors and industry professionals had the opportunity to stay on, enjoy drinks and refreshments, and continue networking in an informal setting. The afternoon was complemented by a live musical performance by singer Janey Descendre.

The networking reception was made possible with the support of several Digital Partners of CAST: Colect, FashionUnited E-business, Itsperfect and WAIR.ai. We would like to express our special thanks to these organisations for their valuable contribution to creating an inspiring meeting point for the industry.

This collaboration is part of The Digital Alliance by CAST. Together, we are committed to strengthening digital collaboration, enabling more efficient data exchange and building a future-proof footwear industry.

Hospitality and Efficiency at the Heart of PREVIEW

With free parking, refreshments and a carefully curated selection of brands and collections, PREVIEW FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES remains true to its core concept: efficient, inspiring and welcoming.

With this fourth edition, CAST looks back on two successful days in which inspiration, product and personal connection took centre stage.

Please note: next season, PREVIEW FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES will take place as a one-day event rather than a two-day event, on Monday 1 February 2027.