Record participation, strong international business interest, strategic alliances, and an exclusive Fashion Gala at the heart of the anniversary event!
The 50th edition of the Kastoria International Fur Fair celebrated its long history with an exceptionally successful event, demonstrating the timeless value and contemporary dynamism of the Greek fur industry.
This year’s edition was held under the auspices of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) and co-organized with TIF-HELEXPO, the Region of Western Macedonia, the Regional Unit of Kastoria, the Municipality of Kastoria, the Municipality of Voio, and the Kozani Chamber of Commerce and Industry, confirming its strategic importance on both national and local levels.
With 101 exhibitors from 12 countries, the fair attracted 672 trade visitors from 36 nations, reaffirming Kastoria’s role as an international meeting point for the fur sector.
Exhibitors came from: Greece (78), Italy (9), China (2), Croatia (1), Estonia (1), Finland (1), Germany (2), Hungary (2), Netherlands (1), USA (2), Turkey (2).
During the event, the Autumn/Winter 2025/2026 (AW25/26) collections were presented, showcasing fur as a contemporary element of luxury fashion, characterized by high aesthetics and growing environmental awareness.
FASHION GALA: A Prestigious Event of International Allure
The highlight of the event was the FASHION GALA, held on Wednesday, April 9th, 2025, in Hall D of the Exhibition Center, hosted by entrepreneur Alexandra Panayiotarou.
Over 300 distinguished guests – including business leaders, buyers, media representatives, influencers, and celebrities – attended a spectacular fashion show that brought the latest fur trends to life in an unforgettable way.
Among the notable attendees: Haris Sianidis, PR Manager of Beautiful People, fashion stylist and critic Ramona Vlanti, and Nikos Georgiadis, journalist and Director of OK! magazine.
Brands featured on the runway (in order of appearance):
- OPENING – SAGA FURS (Grand Sponsor)
- LUXOR FURS
- MANZARI
- THE CHINCHILLA HOUSE – KOSMAS SIAMOS
- PKZ FURS SA
- SOULIS FURS
- ACTIVE SABLE HOUSE
- TSOUKAS BROS
- ESTEL
- ALESSIO MOGNINI ITALY FURS
- CASIANI
- PT FURS
- MANAKAS FRANKFURT – GRAVAS
- FINALE – ZIMBAL MINK – BLACKGLAMA (Sponsor)
The Fashion Gala featured the participation of three renowned models with thousands of followers, adding a touch of celebrity and international flair:
- Miss Russia, Katerinaksnl (Fashion TV International Model, Top-10 Miss Europe 2023)
- Miss Ukraine, Ms. World International Queen Natali Bilska
- Miss Greece 2022, Anastasia Tsitoura
The models wore creations by nine acclaimed designers and five distinguished fashion brands, showcasing the craftsmanship and elegance of high-end fur fashion.
Parallel Events – Strong Participation and Interest
This year’s fair was enriched by scientific, business, and social parallel events that saw impressive participation, including:
- Seminar by the University of Western Macedonia – Laboratory of Environmental Technology on: “Carbon Footprint in Fur Industry Companies”
- Cocktail Party hosted by Grand Sponsor SAGA FURS & Sponsor UNICORN
- Cocktail Party hosted by the Kastoria Fur Association
- IFF (International Fur Federation) Seminar on: “When Traditional Products Meet Modern Consumer Needs – Furmark Certification for Trimmings”
CREATIVE HUB – The New Generation of Creators
Promoting creativity and sustainability within the industry, the event hosted the CREATIVE HUB, a space dedicated to the work of emerging and established designers and technicians who presented innovative approaches to fashion design and fur utilization.
Participants included:
- SOKRATIS AZEMOPOULOS
- KONSTANTINA GIOUPA
- ELENI EVANGELIDOU
- PANAGIOTIS INTZIDIS (Panas ID)
- ERATO KARATZA
- STELLA KOLYMPIOTI
- ANASTASIA BATSI
- STRATOS MYLONAS
- DAVOIAN ANTZELA
- ILIAS REVVAS
- LAZAROS SAVVIDIS
- KATERINA TRYGOUTI
The strategic support of Enterprise Greece was crucial in attracting buyers from new markets, boosting the sector’s export orientation. Equally important was the contribution of SAGA FURS as Grand Sponsor and Zimbal and Unicornas sponsors.
The 50th KASTORIA International Fur Fair confirmed itself as a crucial nexus of fashion, technology, and business. The next edition, the 51st Kastoria International Fur Fair, will be held from March 18th to 21st, 2026, marking another important milestone in the industry’s global journey.