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IFCO: Turkish fashion scene fights to win over Europe

Istanbul - Turkey is a textile country that focuses on high-quality production. The country competes with the biggest players in the clothing industry, such as Bangladesh and China. Although Turkey has been able to defend its position for years, high inflation and the aftermath of the 2023 earthquakes still play a major role every day. The...

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Magic, Project & Sourcing at Magic return to Las Vegas with a sense of newness

Magic, Project, and Sourcing at Magic, bi-annual fashion trade shows organized by Informa Markets, return to Las Vegas this month with a new offering of event experiences. Taking place from February 10 to 12 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Magic Las Vegas brings together leading brands, retailers, and manufacturers to showcase their latest...

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Coterie New York returns with new programs & experiences to strengthen global presence

Coterie New York is set to return once more for a new season, featuring a new section and FIT exhibit as the international bi-annual trade show for contemporary women’s apparel, footwear, and accessories continues to evolve, placing a focus on new experiences while expanding its global presence. Taking place from February 18 to 20, 2025, at the...

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Spring Fair enjoys ‘buzzing’ new edition as Moda x Pure settle in

Retail trade show Spring Fair took to Birmingham NEC this week, the first edition to house the combined Moda x Pure category since the shuttering of the once standalone fashion event, Pure London. Organisers celebrated growth in both visitor and exhibitor numbers for this season, a “testament to the show’s community, its reach and its ability to...

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Copenhagen reimagined: Mandatory as an alternative to big trade fairs?

At a time when the landscape of fashion trade shows is evolving rapidly and many traditional formats are losing relevance, Mandatory CPH aims to establish itself as a response to the changing needs of the industry. Launched last June, the event positions itself as a more intimate, cost-efficient, and time-effective alternative to large-scale...

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Noodle shops and showrooms at CIFF: How do brands get attention in a flooded market?

As soon as the Modefabriek in Amsterdam and the Düsseldorf Order Days were over, the fashion industry moved on to the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF) in Copenhagen. Despite the tight trade fair calendar and slightly fewer brands and visitors at the CIFF, there was no sign of fatigue or bad mood at the 64th edition of the fair....

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The Show Miami gears up for its first edition this March

The Show Miami, a new fashion trade show aiming to shift industry standards concerning trade fairs by delivering an elevated, social experience for buyers, exhibitors and the public alike is preparing for its first-ever edition. Set to take place from March 17 to 19 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, the trade fair leverages its organizers...

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Modefabriek: Positivity about new location outweighs concerns about layout

Over the past two days, fashion professionals immersed themselves in new trends, caught a sneak peek of AW25 collections, and drew inspiration from trend forecasters and fashion experts. This all took place at Dutch trade show Modefabriek in Expo Greater Amsterdam in Vijfhuizen. For this edition, the womenswear trade show relocated to a new...

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Hyve Group portfolio director on the evolution of trade shows and what to expect for AW25

Towards the end of 2024, Hyve Group shook up the UK industry when it announced that its once prevalent fashion fair, Pure London, was to no longer be a standalone event. Instead, the fashion-focused show was to come under the umbrella of its sister brand, Spring Fair, in what was to be a “strategic refocus” that aligned with the evolving needs...

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First impression of the new Modefabriek location: Open, light and lots of meandering

Dutch fashion fair Modefabriek opened its doors for the first time on Sunday 26 January at Expo Greater Amsterdam in Vijfhuizen. After years at its former location in the RAI Exhibition Centre in Amsterdam, visitors had to travel a little further this time. The new location caused great curiosity and renewed energy. Every change takes some...

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Scoop, Source and Spring Fair: The new landscape of the UK’s trade show scene

The trade fair season is upon us, and with it comes somewhat of a restructuring among the UK’s event landscape. With Pure London now under the wing of its Birmingham-based sister show, Spring Fair; Just Around the Corner (JATC) ceasing to exist; and both Scoop and Source on the verge of new locations, the schedule of Hyve Group is remaining...

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Munich Fabric Start & Bluezone: SS26 trends between sustainability, safety and risk

In a world full of contradictions, the trend themes of the fabric collections for spring/summer 2026 also move between extremes. On the one hand, there are classic designs that focus on security and essential basics. On the other hand, it's all about striking looks that celebrate individuality and uniqueness. In addition, another important theme...