81st NGF to Showcase 820 Apparel Brands in Mumbai
Mumbai, 7 July, 2025:
The 81st edition of CMAI’s National Garment Fair (NGF) will take place from July 14 to 16, 2025, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, with a focused edition dedicated exclusively to women’s wear and men’s wear. As India's apparel landscape evolves with shifting consumer preferences, this edition offers a timely platform for brands and retailers to engage with high-growth segments.
The trade show spans over 15,000 sqm for men’s wear, 21,000+ sqm for women’s wear, and 700 sqm for accessories, featuring 480 women’s wear brands, 340 men’s wear brands, and 40 accessories brands across 800 stalls. An estimated 20,000 buyers from across India are expected to attend, making it a key B2B sourcing event aligned with the upcoming festive and wedding season.
Santosh Katariya, President, CMAI, shared:
“India’s menswear and womenswear segments are showing steady and distinct growth, driven by evolving consumer preferences and shifting fashion sensibilities. Menswear… is projected to reach US$ 58 billion by 2029… Womenswear is expected to grow from US$ 36 billion to US$ 55 billion…”
He noted the growing importance of Tier II and III cities, where modern Indian and western styles are gaining traction, reinforcing the relevance of offline retail in India’s fashion ecosystem.
Rohit Munjal, Vice President and Chairman of CMAI’s Fair Sub-Committee, emphasized:
“This edition will bring the country’s reputed home-grown brands on a common platform to offer buyers a curated, category-specific experience… enabling deeper engagement and more strategic retail partnerships.”
Anand Chokshi, Joint Chairman of the Fair Sub-Committee, added:
“Menswear is evolving with growing demand for casual and ethnic wear, while womenswear continues to diversify with fusion styles, athleisure, and occasion-driven purchases…”
The women’s and men’s wear show will feature major brands such as:
- Men’s Wear: Double Bull, Dof, Butterfly, Love Linen, Azzurro, John Morris, Hatcher's, Senso, Avega, Watchler Shirts
- Women’s Wear: Juniper, Anora, Esika, Dressline, Feather Touch, Liva, La Fille, Innaya, Sam Sachi, Four Buttons
Having hosted 80 successful editions, CMAI’s NGF is a premier trade fair in the Indian apparel sector. This upcoming edition is expected to foster strong participation from retailers, manufacturers, and buyers, offering an opportunity to present new seasonal collections, build strategic alliances, and engage deeply with India’s vibrant apparel market.