Textile Fair Report: Première Vision Paris February 2025 Edition Celebrated as a Success, Advancing Its Repositioning for the Creative Industry

Première Vision Paris: A Successful February Edition Focused on Know-How, Now Shifting to Innovation & Technology for September

Transforming and Repositioning to Serve the Creative Industry

Première Vision Paris held February 11 - 13, 2025 brought together key players from the creative and responsible fashion industry for three dynamic days. Centered on the theme of "know-how," this edition reaffirmed PV Paris' pivotal role in guiding the transformation of the global fashion sector, catering to all market segments from mass distribution to luxury.

In response to the evolving industry landscape, Première Vision Paris is returning to its historical agenda with two distinct, complementary editions: "Savoir-Faire" in February and "Innovation & Tech" in September. This strategic evolution will be further enhanced by a forward-thinking fashion space that extends into the beauty sector. With these bold ambitions, Première Vision is strengthening its international presence at the heart of the world’s fashion capital.

Key Figures from the February 2025 Edition, according to organisers at GL Events/The Creative Pole:

- Nearly 30,000 international professionals from 126 countries representing over 13,000 companies gathered in Paris.

- 1,100 exhibitors from around 40 countries (including Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Japan, the UK, Belgium, South Korea, Turkey, and China) showcased their latest innovations.

- 220 international decision-makers participated in the Hosted Guests programme.

- 1,500 business meetings were facilitated through the Match-making programme.

Florence Rousson, President of the Première Vision Management Board and General Manager of The Creative Pole, shared her perspective on this transformative year:  "My first year leading GL events’ fashion division, now rebranded as ‘The Creative Pole,’ has been an invaluable opportunity to engage with all industry stakeholders—from manufacturers to federations and brands. Première Vision remains dedicated to fostering the growth of global fashion businesses by offering a highly selective European and international platform, while also personalizing each visitor’s experience. This edition, with exceptional attendance, also welcomed numerous international delegations, including Ministers, Embassy Representatives, and Professional Federations. 

"Additionally, we were honored to host the annual plenary session of the Comité Stratégique de Filière Mode et Luxe Français, where over 100 industry professionals gathered to discuss the sector’s future. With this strong momentum, we eagerly anticipate the next edition from September 16 to 18, 2025, where we will spotlight the latest innovations in fashion and technology.”

For over 50 years, the ever evolving Première Vision Paris has been driven by global engagement and industry recognition. The recent success of its February edition ensures it can continue to strengthen its position as a premier international platform for the creative and responsible fashion industry. 

Organisers also added that this edition had welcomed a Portuguese delegation led by Minister of Economy Pedro Reis; Delegations from the Embassies of South Korea, Egypt, Tunisia, Brazil, and Indonesia in France; as well as mmode, the leading organization representing Quebec’s fashion industry; a delegation of renowned Indian designers and creators; the Moroccan Association of Textile and Apparel Industries (AMITH), representatives from Japan Fashion Week, among others.

Also participated were the European Apparel and Textile Confederation (EURATEX) and the International Wool Textile Organisation (IWTO).

On the conference stages, PV Paris hosted 21 Talks and 22 Pitches, offering global insights into industry trends and presenting solutions to current challenges. A total of 75 speakers explored key topics such as know-how, innovation, and eco-responsibility, drawing large audiences that frequently exceeded venue capacities.

The fashion forums also experienced exceptional attendance. The Inspiration Forum (Hall 5) showcased major Spring-Summer 2026 trends and sustainable craftsmanship, featuring innovative designs in leather, fabrics, and accessories. Meanwhile, the Sourcing Solutions Forum (Hall 6) guided professionals in identifying suppliers and products for their collections, with a strong emphasis on eco-innovations and low-impact materials.

During this edition of Première Vision Paris, Florence Rousson unveiled the new identity of GL events' fashion division—The Creative Pole. This entity brings together 18 events under three key brands: Première Vision, Tranoï, and Fashion Source. She also announced the launch of the International Observatory of Creation, a strategic analysis and forecasting tool designed to decipher key trends and transformations in the creative sector annually.

With 18 trade shows and events held across three continents, The Creative Pole encompasses a global community of over 400,000 creators, designers, and industry professionals, operating from eight offices worldwide.

The next edition of Première Vision Paris will take place from September 16 to 18, 2025 at Parc des Expositions, Villepinte, north Paris.

All photos by Lucia Carpio at Première Vision Paris February 2025.