Germany's popular fabric fair ‘Munich Fabric Start’ will take place from September 1 to 3, 2015. The show kicks off the Autumn/Winter 2016-’17 season. Nearly 1,000 suppliers from 36 countries will present around 1,600 collections featuring the latest fabric innovations. The fashion and clothing industry is offered lots of variety at the start of the season reflecting the entire range of textiles.
Some 20,000 trade visitors from around the world are expected, including buyers and designers from renowned international brands. Numerous first-time registrations are being recorded from brands in Italy, Spain, Great Britain, Scandinavia, Canada, Argentina, Mexico alongside East European countries. A total 150 producers from the Far East will showcase their innovations. This will include suppliers of functional and high performance fabrics, denim and jacquards, prints and embroidery as well as innovative weaves and knits.
The newly opened Atrium 2 will feature a line-up of suppliers from Taiwan representing the latest technology, fashion and function. A sourcing platform for sustainable textiles will feature lace, braids and motifs using GOTS-certified cotton. The upcoming season is characterised by blends with a creative fusing of the past and the future. Both traditional and visionary techniques are equally popular. Colorful ’70s retro influences meet profound Gothic looks and progressive and functional technologies meet substantial authenticity.
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