Portuguese footwear returned strongly to the international runways through a series of partnerships with some of today’s most renowned international designers. These collaborations were unveiled throughout January and February in New York City, Paris and Milan, through runway shows and presentations, highlighting Portugal’s growing influence in the world of designer and luxury fashion.
In New York, Portuguese footwear featured in a series of exclusive collaborations with Campillo, Daniela Kallmeyer and Libertine, who partnered respectively with Mariano, JJ Heitor and Helena Mar.
In Paris, Portuguese footwear once again joined forces with Willy Chavarria, in collaboration with the companies Luís Onofre and Mariano Shoes.
Also in Paris, Portuguese footwear stood out with the duo Ernest W. Baker. In Milan, it was Miguel Vieira who showcased the best of Portuguese footwear within the framework of Portugal Fashion.
By partnering with these designers, the Portuguese footwear industry reinforces its mission to integrate technical excellence, craftsmanship and national production capacity directly into the creative process. At the same time, APICCAPS enables the development of product categories that might otherwise not move forward, ensuring access to specialised know-how, technical resources and production scale — always respecting each creator’s vision. These collaborations go beyond traditional sponsorship, supporting projects from their runway debut through to commercial viability and long-term potential.
For Willy Chavarria, Portugal offers "precision, quality and a genuine commitment to innovation.”
"These collaborations reflect our commitment to supporting designers with outstanding production expertise, while also showcasing the depth and versatility of Portuguese footwear,” says Paulo Gonçalves, Executive Director of APICCAPS. "The materials used in the collections were developed under the BioShoes4all project, reinforcing APICCAPS’ commitment to innovation, research and the development of new materials. By working closely with designers throughout the entire creative and development process, we help transform bold ideas into high-quality products designed to last.”
The Portuguese footwear industry exports more than 90% of its production and is increasingly recognised internationally for its precision, innovation and artisanal heritage.
In the second half of the year, Portuguese footwear is also expected to be present at London Fashion Week, in partnership with the London College of Fashion.
Featured Partnerships
Willy Chavarria × Luís Onofre × Mariano Shoes
The footwear presented on the runway was designed in-house by Willy Chavarria and produced in partnership with APICCAPS and the Portuguese companies Luís Onofre (women’s footwear) and Mariano Shoes (men’s footwear). The collection highlights sophisticated materials and construction precision, including iconic silhouettes such as the Salon Loafer and the Antonio boot, both featuring a Cuban heel. The Willy Chavarria × Mariano Shoes collection includes boots, heeled shoes and loafers.
Libertine × Helena Mar
Helena Mar believes that a pair of shoes is much more than an accessory — it is a celebration of individuality and style. The collaboration with Libertine, a brand recognised for its bold colours, irreverent patterns and disruptive creativity, results in a vibrant capsule collection where Portuguese craftsmanship enhances Libertine’s eclectic and expressive identity. The collection includes boots, heeled shoes and handbags.
Kallmeyer × JJ Heitor
JJ Heitor, specialised in high-quality women’s footwear, stands out for its careful material selection, elegance and durability, having established a strong export presence and international reputation in design. Kallmeyer’s contemporary and minimalist aesthetic aligns seamlessly with JJ Heitor’s tradition and construction precision. The collection includes boots, loafers and heeled shoes.
CAMPILLO × Mariano Shoes × Belcinto
CAMPILLO joins forces with Mariano Shoes, a Portuguese brand with 80 years of experience in handcrafted footwear. This marks their second collaboration, following an initial capsule — composed of a classic boot in four colours — presented at CAMPILLO’s Autumn/Winter 2025 show in New York. In this new partnership, Belcinto also takes part, strengthening the leather goods component.
In New York, Portuguese footwear featured in a series of exclusive collaborations with Campillo, Daniela Kallmeyer and Libertine, who partnered respectively with Mariano, JJ Heitor and Helena Mar.
In Paris, Portuguese footwear once again joined forces with Willy Chavarria, in collaboration with the companies Luís Onofre and Mariano Shoes.
Also in Paris, Portuguese footwear stood out with the duo Ernest W. Baker. In Milan, it was Miguel Vieira who showcased the best of Portuguese footwear within the framework of Portugal Fashion.
By partnering with these designers, the Portuguese footwear industry reinforces its mission to integrate technical excellence, craftsmanship and national production capacity directly into the creative process. At the same time, APICCAPS enables the development of product categories that might otherwise not move forward, ensuring access to specialised know-how, technical resources and production scale — always respecting each creator’s vision. These collaborations go beyond traditional sponsorship, supporting projects from their runway debut through to commercial viability and long-term potential.
For Willy Chavarria, Portugal offers "precision, quality and a genuine commitment to innovation.”
"These collaborations reflect our commitment to supporting designers with outstanding production expertise, while also showcasing the depth and versatility of Portuguese footwear,” says Paulo Gonçalves, Executive Director of APICCAPS. "The materials used in the collections were developed under the BioShoes4all project, reinforcing APICCAPS’ commitment to innovation, research and the development of new materials. By working closely with designers throughout the entire creative and development process, we help transform bold ideas into high-quality products designed to last.”
The Portuguese footwear industry exports more than 90% of its production and is increasingly recognised internationally for its precision, innovation and artisanal heritage.
In the second half of the year, Portuguese footwear is also expected to be present at London Fashion Week, in partnership with the London College of Fashion.
Featured Partnerships
Willy Chavarria × Luís Onofre × Mariano Shoes
The footwear presented on the runway was designed in-house by Willy Chavarria and produced in partnership with APICCAPS and the Portuguese companies Luís Onofre (women’s footwear) and Mariano Shoes (men’s footwear). The collection highlights sophisticated materials and construction precision, including iconic silhouettes such as the Salon Loafer and the Antonio boot, both featuring a Cuban heel. The Willy Chavarria × Mariano Shoes collection includes boots, heeled shoes and loafers.
Libertine × Helena Mar
Helena Mar believes that a pair of shoes is much more than an accessory — it is a celebration of individuality and style. The collaboration with Libertine, a brand recognised for its bold colours, irreverent patterns and disruptive creativity, results in a vibrant capsule collection where Portuguese craftsmanship enhances Libertine’s eclectic and expressive identity. The collection includes boots, heeled shoes and handbags.
Kallmeyer × JJ Heitor
JJ Heitor, specialised in high-quality women’s footwear, stands out for its careful material selection, elegance and durability, having established a strong export presence and international reputation in design. Kallmeyer’s contemporary and minimalist aesthetic aligns seamlessly with JJ Heitor’s tradition and construction precision. The collection includes boots, loafers and heeled shoes.
CAMPILLO × Mariano Shoes × Belcinto
CAMPILLO joins forces with Mariano Shoes, a Portuguese brand with 80 years of experience in handcrafted footwear. This marks their second collaboration, following an initial capsule — composed of a classic boot in four colours — presented at CAMPILLO’s Autumn/Winter 2025 show in New York. In this new partnership, Belcinto also takes part, strengthening the leather goods component.
