Textile Trade Fair: Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris - 2 to 4 February 2026; Positioned as Major International Sourcing Platform for Textiles and Apparel

Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris will return to the Paris–Le Bourget Exhibition Centre from 2 to 4 February 2026, bringing together more than 1,100 exhibitors from 33 countries for its 58th edition. Positioned as a major international sourcing platform for textiles and apparel, the event aims to respond to shifting market conditions by offering buyers structured access to a wide and diversified global supply.

The organisers at Messe Frankfurt France have announced “Very Middle Ages” (Très Moyen Âge)

as its new trend book for the Spring–Summer 2027 season of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris. The trend book sets out the creative directions expected to shape upcoming collections against a backdrop of global pressure marked by geopolitical tensions, social expectations, digital transformation and shifting markets.  

“At a time when fashion, like the wider world, is experiencing strong turbulence, Very Middle Ages chooses to look to the future by invoking a reinvented past,” Messe Frankfurt France said. The concept is described not as a nostalgic retreat, but as a reflective lens through which contemporary tensions can be examined.

Spread across Halls 2, 3 and 4, Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris will once again combine fabric sourcing, finished apparel, networking and trend analysis. Organisers say the scale of participation reflects a market in constant evolution, where brands continue to prioritise reliable and competitive partners. To support this, the event will feature themed sourcing routes tailored to different buyer profiles, dedicated networking spaces and digital tools designed to facilitate connections between visitors and exhibitors.

For 2026, the layout of the show has been redesigned to improve visitor flow and create a more coherent sourcing journey. While the exhibition remains centred on the same three halls, sector distribution has been adjusted to better align fabrics and finished products. The All About Her segment of Apparel Sourcing and Texworld’s Knit offer will now be grouped in Hall 3 alongside national pavilions. Hall 4 will host Activewear and Casual & Sport, while Print and Jacquard exhibitors will be positioned closer to Silky Aspects. Hall 2 will continue to serve as the show’s central hub, housing trend forums, conferences, service areas and networking spaces.

Texworld Paris itself will welcome 591 exhibitors from 18 countries, underscoring the international scope of the fabrics and raw materials offer. Major production regions including China, Turkey, India, Korea and Taiwan will be represented, alongside national pavilions and collective delegations. Highlights include the Turkish pavilion led by the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce, which will host workshops on the traditional marbling art of Ebru, and the Korean pavilion, supported by KOFOTI, bringing together 34 companies. Growth is expected in sectors such as embroidery, knit and activewear fabrics, reflecting continued demand for both creativity and technical expertise.

At the entrance of Hall 4, the Initiatives space will showcase craftsmanship and textile innovation through a curated selection of exhibitors and installations. It will host trend forums organised by the China Textile Innovation Center and the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce, offering insights into upcoming creative directions. A dedicated “Embroidery Highlight” will focus on Indian Zardozi embroidery, with samples and multimedia content provided by several specialist companies. Oracle Textile Technology will also present its research and development work in high-end down jackets.

The ELITE sector, located in the centre of Hall 3, will feature a selection of high-value textile manufacturers chosen for their quality, competitiveness and logistical performance. Exhibitors will come from countries including Bangladesh, South Korea, China, Turkey and Pakistan. New arrivals include Indian companies OCM India, specialising in premium wool fabrics, and Reliance, known for suiting and formalwear, while Turkish manufacturer Sahsa returns with couture jacquards aimed at eveningwear.

Apparel Sourcing Paris will host more than 500 exhibitors from 25 countries, reinforcing its position as Europe’s leading sourcing event for finished apparel and fashion accessories. Near sourcing will again be a key focus, with a significantly expanded Near Sourcing Hub at the entrance of Hall 3. Nearly 50 companies from countries such as Portugal, Türkiye, Bulgaria, Greece, Slovakia and Morocco are expected to participate.

Developed in partnership with the Foursource platform, the hub will combine physical and digital sourcing. Fifteen manufacturers will present collections on site, while samples from around 30 additional exhibitors will be accessible digitally via QR codes linked to the Foursource platform, allowing buyers to request quotations and initiate contacts more easily.

The 2026 edition will also reflect broader market shifts. Bangladesh is making a strong return with 26 companies, primarily focused on sportswear and casualwear. New exhibitors are arriving from Vietnam, Nepal and France, while the formalwear segment continues to expand, with close to 100 exhibitors dedicated to tailoring, suits, shirts and structured womenswear. For the first time, two leather-goods manufacturers will also be present at the entrance of Hall 3.

Sustainability will be a central theme through the Econogy Hub, which will highlight initiatives supporting more responsible and circular fashion. Based on Messe Frankfurt’s Econogy framework, the hub will present solutions spanning the textile value chain. A key feature will be the “Zero Waste Couture” exhibition, curated by fashion designer and artist Lea Theres-Lahr Thiele, showcasing zero-waste design as a driver of innovation through projects using deadstock materials and experimental processes.

The Econogy Hub will also host a TÜV Rheinland information point on textile testing and regulatory compliance, as well as presentations from members of the Fédération de la Mode Circulaire. A photo exhibition by Luxiders Magazine will explore themes of upcycling, recycling and deadstock use. 

The exhibitor offer will be complemented by a programme of conferences and round tables held on the Agora stage. Open to all visitors, the sessions will address fashion trends, market developments, sustainability and innovation. Highlights include the presentation of “Très Moyen Âge,” the Spring–Summer 2027 Trendbook by Louis Gérin, and discussions on the future of mid-market fashion in Europe.