On May 31, 2026, the Preliminary Round of the 26th (2026) Genuine Leather Mark Cup Bags and Accessories
Design Competition, hosted by the China Leather Industry Association (CLIA),
was held in Shiling, Guangdong Province——Leather Goods Capital of China.
With the theme of “The New Order,” this year’s competition
featured two sub-themes: “Sensory Revival,” and “The Post-Algorithm
Era.”
According to reports, since its launch, the competition has received 813
entries from 38 colleges and universities, including Beijing Institute of
Fashion Technology as well as enterprises and independent designers, with 80
designs entered the finals.