Interiors Fair: Decorex 2025 Returns to Olympia London this Autumn with Global Celebration of Luxury Interior Design

Decorex, the UK’s premier event for luxury interior design, will return to Olympia London in Kensington from 12 to 15 October 2025, promising an immersive showcase of the very best in international high-end interiors. Featuring more than 280 brands, the event is a hub for cutting-edge design, craftsmanship, innovation and sustainability, drawing designers, architects, and industry professionals from across the globe.

Hyde House - Chelsea Collection

This year’s show will highlight a wide array of high-end furniture, lighting, fabrics, wallcoverings and wallpapers, and bespoke interior pieces, offering attendees a glimpse into the future of luxury living.

Linwood - Maru Songbird in Crimson

British Craftsmanship at the Forefront

Among the standout exhibitors is Sofas & Stuff, a British furniture brand that puts customisation at the core of its ethos. Each piece is handcrafted to order in Lancashire, and at Decorex, the brand will unveil ‘Fabrication’, a new campaign celebrating textiles with its largest-ever fabric release — 211 options including textured linens, rich velvets, subtle checks, and intricate prints.

Sofa & Stuff - 2 Stockbridge 3-Seater Sofa

Also representing British design, Linwood will present new printed linens, velvets, and embroideries, alongside its existing collections known for playful, nature-inspired patterns. 

Meanwhile, Woden & Wyld, experts in bespoke furnishings for the luxury hospitality sector, will display their new custom-made ‘Tosato’ chair featuring Annecy upholstery, along with an accompanying coffee table and decorative boiserie.

Woden & Wyld Poltrona

Longbarn will return with its celebrated range of natural fibre carpets and rugs, made from premium materials such as mohair, combed and felted wool, mercerised cotton, and eucalyptus — all crafted by artisan specialists.

Louise Heighes Studio

Adding artistic flair, Louise Heighes Studio will exhibit sculptural leather wall panels, each inspired by the flowing forms of nature and meticulously crafted from sustainably sourced leather.

International Presence with French and Portuguese Design Highlights

A key focus at Decorex 2025 will be international design excellence, with France and Portugal taking centre stage. The event partners with French Living in Motion, an organisation that promotes French furniture and lifestyle design globally.

Participating French brands include:

Biobject, with over 50 years of experience in contemporary furniture for luxury hotels and homes.

Collinet, established in 1887, will unveil the ‘James’ armchair and ‘Robin’ collection, designed for refined interior and hospitality projects.

CVL Luminaires - Paradoxe Chandelier

CVL Luminaires will launch the bold ‘Paradoxe Chandelier’ alongside its elegant ‘Ruban’ and ‘Carta’ lighting ranges.

Maison Gatti, renowned for its Parisian rattan furniture, will showcase an expansive collection of outdoor and indoor pieces.

Moissonier - Medaillon

MOISSONNIER, cabinetmaking since 1885, presents its new ‘Fontenoy’ bookcase and tartan-accented seating.

Philippe Hurel brings the debut of its ‘Yumi’ armchair and new designer collaborations.

SCHMIDT, bespoke furniture specialists, will launch new kitchen, lighting and interior product ranges.

From Portugal, AIMMP (Portuguese Association of Wood and Furniture Industries) will present leading brands including:

FRATO, a luxury interiors firm.

Alberto Dias Barbosa, LDA, a renowned furniture and kitchen manufacturer.

VISTA ALEGRE S.A., known for elegant porcelain and tableware.

Innovation in Natural Materials and Surface Design

Lithos Design - Tweed Greige backlit wall

Adding to the international flair, Italian marble company Lithos Design will display innovative pieces such as ‘Quinte’, a new marble and metal divider, alongside 3D LED backlit marble wallcoverings, and ‘Odette’, a collection of sculptural marble tables and furniture.

Decorex 2025 promises to be an unmissable event, once again cementing its reputation as the leading platform for discovering luxury interiors, artisanal craftsmanship and global design trends. For those working in interior design, architecture or product manufacturing, Olympia London this October will be the definitive destination.

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Copenhagen Fashion Week: Marimekko Showcases Bold Expression of Pattern and Heritage

Finnish fashion and lifestyle brand Marimekko unveiled its Spring/Summer 2026 collection in a  runway show that merged bold pattern expression with industrial performance art on August 7 at Copenhagen Fashion Week.

Staged in a former industrial site along Copenhagen’s harbour, the venue’s raw, utilitarian backdrop created a dynamic contrast to the vibrant, energetic summer collection. Known for its iconic prints and colours, Marimekko explored playful proportions and carefully balanced compositions in what the brand called a “performative expression of pattern.”

 

The SS26 collection draws deeply from the art of printmaking, with overlapping lines and layered textures forming ever-changing, human-made motifs. This visual rhythm was accompanied by a specially produced industrial soundscape, created from recordings at Marimekko’s textile printing factory in Helsinki and mixed by Finnish musician and artist YSI. The result was a multisensory experience that blurred the boundaries between fashion, art, and performance.

Creative Director Rebekka Bay described the collection as a transformation of familiar ideas into new, unexpected forms. 

“We re-formulate some of Marimekko’s most perennial styles and silhouettes and turn known ideas into something entirely new,” said Bay. “This is seen in a new version of the iconic Marimini dress from the 1960s — now reimagined as a playful summer co-ord set.”

The collection featured a vivid palette of pinks, greens, and summer blues — from peony and cherry blossom to hydrangea and spirulina — punctuated by accents of pistachio, peach, and zesty lemon. The garments created poetic interplay between femininity and pragmatism, mini and maxi, soft layering and utilitarian edge. Every look was paired with contrasting adidas Tokyo footwear, emphasizing the collection’s theme of unexpected harmony.

Central to the showcase was a celebration of the 70th anniversary of Marimekko’s most enduring design icon: the Jokapoika shirt, originally designed by Vuokko Eskolin-Nurmesniemi in 1956. Known for its genderless silhouette, distinctive silver buttons, and bold Piccolo stripe, the shirt was reintroduced with modern interpretations. Variations included cropped silhouettes, enlarged prints, multicolored designs, and utilitarian dresses — all while paying homage to the hand-painted origins of the Piccolo pattern, where overlapping brushstrokes create a unique third hue.

Founded in 1951, Marimekko remains globally recognized for its original prints and vibrant use of colour across fashion and home décor. With around 150 stores worldwide and an online presence in 35 countries, the brand continues to build on its legacy of artistic integrity and design innovation.

The SS26 show reaffirmed Marimekko’s place at the intersection of craft, culture, and contemporary style — celebrating its heritage while boldly pushing the boundaries of pattern and proportion.

All photos by James Cochrane, at Copenhagen Fashion Week SS26 edition.

Trade Fair: Première Vision Paris Returns This September with a Focus on Innovation and Technology, Expanding Horizons with Beauty and Strategic Insight

The global textile and fashion industry will once again turn its attention to the French capital this September as Première Vision Paris returns to its historical autumn slot with a forward-looking edition centered on Innovation and Technology, and Beauty,  in response to the industry's rapidly shifting landscape. Taking place from September 16 to 18 at the Parc des Expositions, Paris Nord Villepinte, the event will welcome more than 1,000 exhibitors, including over 100 (12%) first-time participants, marking a significant milestone in the trade show’s evolution, underscoring the event’s growing international reach and relevance.

Premiere Vision Paris to return in September 2025

“Première Vision Paris’ return to its historical calendar and the ambitious programming of this edition reflect the ongoing changes aimed at better meeting the strong expectations of brands and manufacturers,” said Florence Rousson, Chairwoman of the Executive Board of Première Vision and CEO of the Fashion Division of GL events. “This event supports the future of fashion — resolutely innovative and responsible — while welcoming over a hundred new leading players in search of opportunities and development.”

This year’s seasonal theme, “Synesthesia”, invites visitors to explore multisensory creativity, with a particular emphasis on the interplay between fashion and beauty. For the first time, the beauty sector will be featured across key activations and in the immersive Prospective Area — an inspiring central space designed to showcase future-facing concepts and industry intersections. With the theme of “Connections”, the space reflects relationships between materials and beauty, technology and emotion, and innovation and industry.

Complementing the trend-led environments, the show introduces a new Talks Stage devoted to Fashion and Beauty, and a broader, more strategic conference programme. This includes four critical themes designed to help industry players anticipate market shifts:

• Innovation & Technology for Creativity and Product Design

• Innovation & Technology for Strategic Sourcing and Production

• Innovation & Technology for Positive Impact

• Innovation & Technology for 2030

To enhance business engagement, Première Vision Paris will host 150 selected guests, guiding them through bespoke, curated journeys tailored to unlock growth opportunities. In addition, pre-arranged business meetings will be held throughout the three-day event, fostering commercial partnerships and creative collaborations.

Attendees can also take part in six thematic walkthroughs, offering structured navigation across key zones — from the Prospective Area to Décor, Citywear, Eco-Innovation, Bags & Shoes, Sport & Lingerie, and a dedicated France-focused route.

The Première Vision mobile app returns as an essential digital companion, allowing users to schedule meetings, create personalised itineraries, track favourites, and follow curated visit routes for an optimised experience.

In its role as a strategic hub, Première Vision Paris aims to help industry professionals detect early signals, anticipate trends, and collectively build a resilient, sustainable, and high-performing fashion ecosystem. With change becoming both constant and imperative, the fair positions itself as a reliable ally for brands ready to embrace innovation and lead transformation.

In support of this vision, Première Vision, in collaboration with ANDAM, will host a dedicated Innovation Prize Showcase at the heart of Hall 5, featuring the 10 finalists of the 2025 Innovation Prize. These pioneers in textile recycling, bio-based materials, artificial intelligence, and responsible production represent the cutting edge of global fashion-tech:

• Losanje, winner of the 2025 Innovation Prize

• Goldeneye Smart Vision, Special Jury Prize recipient

• ER Ocean Recherche, Bioastra, Supercab, Smobya, Rodinia Generation, Petshka, Weffan, and Alphalyr

Adding to this, CLO, a major player in the 3D fashion technology space, will make its debut appearance at Première Vision Paris. Over three days, CLO will present a 250 m² immersive experience adjacent to the Smart Creation area, highlighting 3D simulation, digitalisation, and eco-design. The rarely seen showcase will be staffed by CLO’s international and French teams, offering a unique opportunity for direct engagement with one of the industry’s leading digital innovators.

Across the exhibition, six Focus Areas will provide targeted insight into major sectors of the fashion ecosystem:

• DECORATION Focus

• SMART, YARNS & ECO-INNOVATION Focus

• CITYWEAR & CASUAL WEAR Focus

• MANUFACTURING, SPORT & LINGERIE Focus

• BAGS, SHOES & LEATHERWEAR Focus

• ACCESSORIES INDEX

With a future-facing vision that blends technology, creativity, and sustainability, Première Vision Paris September 2025 is poised to be a pivotal event — offering industry professionals an unmatched platform to network, collaborate, and redefine the future of fashion.

Images of Premiere Vision Paris February 2025 edition by Lucia Carpio

Textiles Fair: Première Vision Paris to celebrate craftsmanship and reveal the SS26 fashion trends in its February 2025 edition

From February 11 to 13 2025, professionals in the textile and fashion industries will gather at one of the sector’s premier events—Première Vision Paris—hosted at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre (Parc des Expositions). This internationally renowned trade fair will celebrate craftsmanship and innovation, uniting key players from across the creative and sustainable fashion spectrum, from mass-market brands to luxury labels. 

Only companies selected by Première Vision’s rigorous selection committee, composed of industry professionals, buyers, and in-house experts, are granted the opportunity to exhibit. This careful curation guarantees a high-quality showcase that reflects the diversity of the market, from mass production to luxury.

Visitors will have the chance to preview the new Spring-Summer 2026 collections presented by exhibitors and explore the latest advancements in textiles, leather, accessories, and design. They will be able to meet over 1,060 professionals from around 40 countries, including Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Japan, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Korea, Turkey, China, and more, according to the organisers.

PV Paris photo

A highlight of this February edition is Maison d’Exceptions (MEX), an annual showcase dedicated to rare and exceptional artistry. Featuring 20 artisans and workshops from around the world, the space will spotlight unique techniques—both contemporary and traditional—that define the pinnacle of craftsmanship.

PV Paris - Maison d'Exceptions - February 2024
Photo by Lucia Carpio

Returning to show at MEX are Kashida, Berbrand SRL, Ricami Laura S.R.L.,  Shimogawa, Kasagi Fiber Studio, Kossu, STEL SCP, Studio 1886 SAS, Atelier Seiran, Omi-Jofu, Atelier Aurélia Leblanc Création Textile,  Aurélia Le Blanc, Superlativa, Cécile Feilchenfeldt, Cécile Gray, and Stel Ornements. In the leather category, artisans such as Audrey Bigouin, Hors Studio, and Studio Loann push the boundaries of traditional craftsmanship by blending it with contemporary innovation and eco-responsible practices. These creators repurpose scraps and waste materials into striking designs, exploring vibrant textures, intricate entanglements, and delicate color palettes. Their work elevates imperfection, transforming constraints into opportunities for creativity while merging aesthetics with respect for materials. The resulting creations are both sculptural and functional, offering an inspired fusion of fine craftsmanship and modern design.

New exhibitors here will include Antonin Mongin (France): Textilization of rare fibers (hair, horsehair, raffia, sisal), and production of plant-based faux furs; Audrey B. Studio (France): Braiding, cutting, folding, embroidery, and 3D modeling; Hélène Dashorst (Netherlands): Hand weaving; Onao (Japan): Development of new materials from Japanese paper, using traditional techniques like Yuzen, gilding, and embossing; Shenzhen Liangzi Fashion Industrial (China): Hand-dyed silk with an ancestral method using a Chinese medicinal plant; Soy Como Soy (Germany): Straw weaving techniques; and TDS (Switzerland): Screen printing and fabric enhancement.

Photo by Lucia Carpio

Première Vision establishes itself as a trailblazer for future trends, with its fashion team crafting innovative and visionary insights each season. These insights provide a forward-thinking perspective on emerging creative currents and industry innovations.

Photo by Lucia Carpio

Central to this process is the development of an exclusive colour range, which serves as the foundation. This palette is created in collaboration with French and international experts, who draw inspiration from emerging influences in art, design, and materials. The result is an inspiring and dynamic colour palette that acts as a guiding tool for professionals in the fashion industry and beyond.

Desolina Suter, Fashion Director of Première Vision said: "The development of fashion trends is a subtle alchemy of intuition, analysis, and collaboration. It’s a process where every detail matters, from the vibrancy of colours to the impact of cultural movements. By listening to the heartbeat of the world—whether from the arts, technology, or societal transformations—we can capture the essence of the moment and translate it into visions that inspire, connect, and transform the fashion industry. Creating trends is, above all, about imagining tomorrow with the tools of today."

PV Paris organisers have since July 2024 streamlined  the fair's two-hall layout, encompassing eight distinct sectors —Accessories, Designs, Fabrics, Leather, Maison d’Exceptions, Manufacturing, Smart Creation, and Yarns across the two halls to cater to the needs of the creative and responsible fashion markets.

Photo by Lucia Carpio

The new layout is designed to enhance visitor flow, fosters stronger business connections, and ensures a smoother experience with shorter, more efficient routes, say the organisers. 

Two Fashion Forums to Explore

1. Inspiration Forum (Hall 5)

An immersive space dedicated to the major trends of the Spring-Summer 2026 season, the Inspiration Forum places a special emphasis on cutting-edge craftsmanship. Visitors will find highlights such as airy structures, constructions enhanced by new 3D technologies, lightweight designs for summer protection, and more. It celebrates artisanal work and sustainable creativity across all specialties, including Fabrics, Leather, and Accessories.

A key feature in Hall 5 this season is the presentation of embroidery by specialist Louise Robert, in a dedicated space.  Ms Robert will present her creations and perform live embroidery demonstrations on Söktaş fabrics using Ensar threads throughout the fair. 

2. Sourcing Solution Forum (Hall 6)

This forum is designed to simplify the process of selecting suppliers and materials for collection development. Organized by specialty, it covers a wide range of product categories, including prints, embroidery, lace, silks and jacquards, shirting fabrics, denim, casual wear, city wear, woolens, knitwear, sports and outdoor apparel, and lingerie.

Additionally, the forum features dedicated spaces for yarns, manufacturing, and an eco-innovation area spotlighting materials with a low environmental impact. It provides a comprehensive sourcing solution for brands seeking both quality and sustainability in their product offerings.

Interior Design Trade Fair: Decorex set to take place October 6 - 9 2024 at Kensington Olympia, London

The premier global event for the interior design industry, Decorex, is set to take place from October 6 to 9, 2024, at Olympia in Kensington, London, serving as a platform for showcasing luxury décor and interior design, attracting designers, architects, manufacturers, and professionals from around the world. 

The exhibition features high-end furniture, lighting, fabrics, wallpapers, and bespoke design pieces, with a strong focus on craftsmanship, innovation, and sustainability.

'Kantha II' - Handwoven, plant-dyed artwork detail by Pamela Print
During Decorex, in the Making Spaces area, Pamela Print is offering 1-hour  table loom workshops Sunday 6th & Wednesday 9th October 2-3pm, on a first come, first serve basis on the adjacent Fromental stand. 

Among its furniture exhibitors, SENTTA is to present its diverse range of products to the market, including Goa, Essex, Alma, Lynn, and Sierra collections, along with featured pieces like the Clyde and Dama armchairs. 

Clyde is a light and luxurious seating design, a Scottish name with Nordic lines that come well-organized in a beautiful piece of furniture, with an aesthetic form, to improve your interior design project.  Inspired by the River Clyde that flows through Glasgow, the back design has clean lines and a wooden structure, where the backrest is crossed, and the curvy arms attach to the legs through a finger joint.  The Clyde armchair is handcrafted in ash wood and can be customized according to the customers’ needs.

These collections highlight the company’s dedication to blending functionality with contemporary design, offering ideal solutions for the hotel and contract sectors.

Fenabel, a leading Portuguese furniture manufacturer known for its innovative designs and exceptional craftsmanship, is to present its diverse product lines such as Nebula, designed by the award-winning Spanish studio YONOH, and others that have had a unique prominence such as Nur and Kai, by Aitor Garcia de Vicuña, as well as the most sought-after such as Tágada, Vasa, Milano and Coffee.

Shown at left here is Yonoh Studio’s Nebula collection which bridges the gap between contemporary trends and a reinterpretation of timeless 60s design. Infusing modern spaces with a touch of nostalgic charm, this collection creates a truly unique aesthetic.

Furniture company Another Country returns to Decorex to showcase new additions to their Hardy Collection, a round version of the Hardy Dining table and a new Hardy High Back Chair. Inspired by our Dorset heritage, the David Irwin-designed collection references the design typologies of the 19th century and the work of novelist and poet Thomas Hardy. 

Another Country - Hardy High Back Chair

Another Country's recent collaboration with kitchen specialists HUSK has won the Homes & Garden 2024 Best Kitchen Collaboration award, celebrating a collaboration between two of UK's West Country brands with a shared passion for high quality craftsmanship, sustainability and considered design.

Meanwhile Clearwater Interiors are launching their new AW24 bathroom collection at Decorex, and will discuss the Transformative Power of Colour with Marianne Cotterill and Andy Oakman hosted by Roddy Clarke,  on their Stand F54 on Monday 7th October, 12.30 – 1pm.

International Textile Trade Fair: Première Vision Paris July 2024 presents innovative fabric qualities, textile solutions, and its commitment to sustainability

Amid numerous economic and ecological challenges, the global fashion industry is adapting and reinventing itself in pursuit of a prosperous and sustainable future. Today, it is fully committed to redefining creative and industrial approaches, according to Première Vision Paris - the international show for sustainable and creative fashion professionals - which will return to the Parc des Expositions exhibition venue in north of the French capital, at Paris Nord Villepinte, from July 2 - 4, 2024.  

Première Vision Paris February 2024 edition held at the Parc des Expositions exhibition venue in north of the French capital, at Paris Nord Villepinte. Photo by Lucia Carpio

Set to take place three weeks before France hosts the Summer Olympic Games, the PV Paris trade event will offer a preview of the Autumn-Winter 25-26 season, showcasing the evolution of the fashion landscape through three major trends. First, Minimalist Excellence will arise in response to a desire for simplification and quality, where minimalism embodies luxury and harmony in an era of excess. Second, Inclusive Extravagance will celebrate diversity and creative freedom, blending styling codes to create a new, inclusive aesthetic. Lastly, Sensual Expressivity will explore the sensual and emotional facets of fashion, highlighting the diversity of bodies and experiences.

PV Paris is an invaluable resource for international visitors seeking inspiration, innovative ideas, and resources to develop their upcoming collections of ready-to-wear, accessories (fashion jewellery and leather goods), and footwear.  Attendees will have the opportunity to discover the Autumn-Winter 2025-26 collections from over 920 exhibitors, including spinners, weavers, tanners, textile designers, accessories makers, and garment manufacturers from approximately 40 countries, such as Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Japan, the UK, Belgium, South Korea, Turkey, China, and more.

As a leading organiser of international events for the textile, leather, and apparel industries, PV Paris offers a comprehensive range of programmes and solutions designed to support the entire industry. It fosters business discussions, promotes the transition to a more sustainable fashion industry, encourages digitalization, and supports the development of increasingly innovative collections.

PV Paris is widely recognised as an essential trade fair for professionals in the textile and related industries, distinguished by several key characteristics. Known for its selectivity, the exhibitor selection committee brings together Première Vision experts with industry manufacturers and buyers, ensuring a coherent, high-quality offer that reflects the diversity of the market—from mass distribution to luxury. 

According to the organizers, the fair also offers a unique cross-sector range of products, including Yarns, Fabrics, Designs, Leather, Accessories, and Garment Manufacturing, addressing diverse industry needs with innovative sectors like the Deadstock and Smart Creation (innovation, eco-design, tech) sections.

For the July 2024 edition, exhibitors from international markets include 434 fabric makers, 202 manufacturers, 50 designers, 66 leather producers, 115 accessories makers, 25 yarn companies, and 33 Smart Creation exhibitors. Première Vision is enhancing its initiatives with new investments, partnerships, and renewed business support programmes.

The Hosted Guest programme, launched at the February 2024 PV Paris show, was a resounding success, bringing together 194 global personalities. This initiative returns for the July 2024 edition, supported by the GL events Group with a €1 million investment, strengthening industry connections and fostering strategic partnerships.

Complementing this is the new Export programme by Business France, the National Agency for internationalising French companies.  As part of the "Export Starts in France" initiative, this government-subsidized matchmaking programme finances visits from key foreign decision-makers and organises export business meetings between buyers and French companies. It aims to create unique collaborative opportunities, arranging over 580 meetings between exhibitors and brands.

New for the July 2024 season is a customized assistance effort in the sourcing process. Visitors representing luxury brands can schedule appointments at the PV CUBE with a Première Vision fashion expert. Invited guests will enjoy a tailor-made experience and access 300 fabric samples and 50 new leathers from the season’s most emblematic selections.

In celebration of France hosting the 2024 Olympic Games, performance and sports fabrics will be a major highlight at the July 2024 show. Advances and innovations in the creative fashion industry have profoundly influenced the world of sport, enhancing performance and expressions of elegance. As a result, products designed for comfort with UV resistance, water repellence, windproof yet breathable, and quick-drying properties have been developed. PV Paris will present hundreds of material developments in the Sport & Tech universe for trade visitors to discover and explore, showcasing innovations and trends destined to shape the future of sportswear.

PV Paris will continue its "a better way" programme, launched a year ago to recognise exhibitors' efforts and investments in developing more sustainable fashion, reflecting a deep understanding of the current challenges facing the textile, clothing, leather, and broader fashion industries. Responding to growing concerns about the environmental and social impacts of clothing production, the programme is committed to enhancing brand visibility in sourcing by promoting exhibitors' most virtuous approaches. By emphasizing sustainable practices, transparency, and high ethical standards, the "a better way" programme acts as a catalyst for change, meeting the expectations of brands and consumers concerned about the origin and impact of raw materials.

In the Smart Creation sector of the fair, a spotlight will shine on exhibitors' sustainable approaches, where innovation, eco-design, and technological solutions come together to shape the future of fashion. 

Exhibitors here will be divided into three main categories:

Smart Tech: Cutting-edge technological solutions, digitization of materials, traceability systems, and tools for measuring environmental impact: 

Smart Materials: Ranges of innovative materials, sustainable alternatives (eco-designed fibers, plant-based dyes, etc.), and reduced-impact chemical solutions.

Smart Services: Assistance with certifications and sustainable initiatives.

Separately, the Deadstocks area, introduced at the February 2024 show as part of the Smart Creation universe, will once again offer unused materials from fashion houses. Additionally, experts from Adapta and Nona Source will provide their expertise and support.

To enhance the exhibition of innovations for the the Autumn-Winter 25-26 season, PV Paris will feature two fashion forums showcasing the latest textile developments.  These are the Inspiration Forum (Hall 5) and Sourcing Solutions Forum (Hall 6).  Audio guides will be available in French, English, Italian, Korean, Japanese and Chinese languages.  As usual, the PV's own Colour Book developed by its team of international experts will be available for sale.  

There will also a programme of fashion seminars  and conferences scheduled for this July, to take place in the two conference areas located in Hall 6, which will be the most busy areas of the fair.  Topics to be covered will include fashion trends for the Autumn-Winter 25-26 season, sustainability and consumption, and eco-innovation.

All photos by Lucia Carpio, taken at the Première Vision Paris February 2024 edition held at the Parc des Expositions, at Paris Nord Villepinte. 

Paris textile and fashion events to welcome world trade visitors in February 2023

This February,  the international creative fashion industry from all corners of the globe will descend upon Paris for the French capital's major international textile trade fairs.

Slated for February 7, 8 and 9 is Première Vision Paris, a key show for industry professionals to find inspiration and build their collections for the Spring-Summer 24 season, covering a broad spectrum of products, ranging from ready-to-wear to accessories (including fashion jewellery, leather goods and footwear and haberdashery) as well as textile designs and new technical developments.

Texworld Paris - July 2022 show

Separately is the February 2023 edition of Texworld Evolution Paris, which will be held at the Parc des Expositions de Paris-Le-Bourget from February 6 to 8; with 750 companies expected to exhibit, reaching70% of the pre-pandemic pariticipation level of February 2019, say Texworld organisers at the Messe Frankfurt Group.

As for Première Vision Paris to be held at Paris Nord Villepinte, it is presenting itself as a unique opportunity for the trade to network and exchange ideas.  This new edition promises to offer a wealth of new products as well as wide ranging services for a comprehensive programme.

Première Vision Paris - July 2022 show

Since the pandemic, Première Vision Paris's bi-annual shows had been held in a hybrid format, combining physical-attendance shows with online digital events. Now after consulting the industry’s professionals through a series of surveys, Première Vision will once again be giving greater prominence to the in-person event. 

Première Vision Paris - July 2022 show

While the forum product selections will be available online as of the opening of Première Vision Paris physical show, visitors attending in person will have privileged access to a summary of the major seasonal trends from the day after the show closes.   Content from Spring-Summer 24 trend events (seminars, 3D Forum, Live Sourcing), such as replays of certain talks held during the fair, will be available also online a few weeks after the show, rather than simultaneously. 

Première Vision Paris - July 2022 show

From February 7 to 9 2023, international trade visitors to Première Vision Paris, including buyers, designers, production heads, fashion and accessory brand managers, products developers, will have the opportunity to discover new creative works and the latest developments from 1,200 exhibitors representing 44 countries.  Exhibitors featured are spinners, weavers, tanners, textile designers, accessory and component makers, and fashion manufacturers who had been chosen by a Selection Committee of professionals and experts. 

Some 1,080 exhibitions (up 11% over February 2022) are from Europe (led by Italy, France, the UK, Spain, Portugal, Germany, and the rest will be from from the Mediterranean basin (Turkey, Morocco, Tunisia, etc.),  and Asia (Japan, Korea, India, China, etc.). 

Première Vision Paris - July 2022 show

Organisers say this new edition will see Première Vision ramping-up its commitments to respond to the sector’s current and up-and-coming needs, and support its environmental and social transition. 

This includes an enhanced framework of exhibiting sectors to inform industry players and provide them with concrete solutions in terms of sustainable sourcing and production.

The various dedicated sectors and activities at the fair will include:-

• The Smart Creation area dedicated to sustainable innovations. 

• The new Smart Tech zone within Smart Creation: technological innovations and digital solutions to produce more sustainably. 

• The Eco-innovation Forum

• The Eco Information Desk (Hall 4)

• The Eco-Innovation Trend Tasting seminars 

• A series of talks in the Talks Area dedicated to the issues around eco-responsible fashion

• Online informational content (Smart Keys, Smart Creation podcast) in the sustainability section of the Première Vision website. 

Première Vision Paris - July 2022 show
Images of Première Vision Paris from their July 2022 edition in Paris Nord Villepinte.

Première Vision Paris will also offer an expanded array of tools to better serve visitors and guide brands and buyers in their materials sourcing for Spring-Summer 24, with: 

• A new mobile app

• A new QR code system on exhibitors’ stands, which can be scanned to learn more about their business and find them on the Première Vision Marketplace

• A new deadstock itinerary

• The Fashion Information Desk (Hall 6 Plaza)

• The Emerging Brands Desk (Hall 6 Plaza)

• Guided tours of the forums

• A new Season Report exclusively for visitors to the show, available to download after the show. 

Texworld Paris - July 2022 show

Meanwhile Texworld Paris is bringing together 450 exhibiting fabric manufacturers from 14 

countries, including nearly 250 Chinese companies; more than 50 Indian embroiderers and weavers - Long kept away by the Covid crisis, the Chinese and Indian participation in this edition is comparable to that registered in the 2019 edition.  Other participants are from Turkey (110 companies), Korea (50)  and Taiwan (15).

Texworld Paris - July 2022 show

In the Apparel Sourcing Paris section are some 200 exhibitors from China, Hong Kong and Mongolia, alongside India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Turkey, Taiwan, and Sri Lanka.

In the Denim Village will be 25 international exhibitors, from China, India, Turkey,  

Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Texworld Paris - July 2022 show
Images of Texworld Paris courtesy of Messe Frankfurt France.

The Denim Village will be located on the Red Thread, the new pathway 

designed by the Texworld Evolution Paris teams to connect the main attractions 

of the shows, linking the Elite area - which brings together 20 companies that 

combine production capacity, quality, and responsiveness with the major national 

pavilions, the Trend Forum and the Agora, where on-site activities will be located.