Organisers of the 58th edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris have reported positive results after the three-day event closed on February 4, 2026, at the Paris-Le-Bourget Exhibition Centre. The show brought together 1,100 exhibitors and, according to organisers, reaffirmed its role as a leading global sourcing platform for international buyers.
Despite ongoing economic shifts and changes to distribution networks, the event delivered solid business activity. Attendance was slightly down compared with February 2025 but stable against the September edition, reflecting broader structural changes in the apparel market. French visitors accounted for 22% of total attendance — a notable increase — followed by the UK (9.4%), Italy (6.5%), Spain (6.2%), with the Netherlands and Germany each at 4.1%.
Messe Frankfurt France said the figures underline the continued importance of major European markets in driving the sector. Julien Schmoll, Marketing and Communication Director, described this edition as “more concentrated but more targeted,” highlighting the quality of visitors and the intensity of business discussions.
Long-standing partners — including the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce, China National Textile and Apparel Council and the Korea Federation of Textile Industries — reported strong commercial engagement and qualified buyer meetings.
Exhibitors echoed the positive outlook. Oracle Textile Technology, a Chinese specialist in technical fabrics for premium down jackets, said it met major European and American accounts and achieved its objectives. Huaren Linen cited new prospects alongside established clients such as Marks & Spencer and Monoprix. Bangladesh-based Sara Fashionwear reported that 10–15% of its contacts were new, particularly from Eastern Europe.
Buyers emphasised a growing focus on premium quality, competitive pricing and supply chain responsiveness. Céline Simon of Gémo identified opportunities with Egyptian manufacturers and accessories suppliers, while Paris designer Lamine Badian Kouyaté, founder of XULY Bët, praised exhibitors’ flexibility after sourcing knitwear partners capable of accelerating delivery timelines.
Frédéric Bougeard, President of Messe Frankfurt France, said the show reflects a more selective and demanding market, adding that its “smart sourcing” model prioritises curated offers and concrete projects over volume.
The next 59th edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris will take place from August 31 to September 2, 2026, at Paris-Le-Bourget. It will incorporate the Avantex Paris sector, dedicated to sustainable fashion technologies, further strengthening links between sourcing, innovation and industry transformation.
Images by Lucia Carpio
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