CMAI’s 83rd National Garment Fair to Showcase 960+ Apparel Brands Across Two Mumbai Venues from July 13–15

Women’s Wear and Men’s Wear editions to be held simultaneously at Goregaon and BKC, bringing together over 25,000 buyers ahead of the festive season.

The second phase of the 83rd edition of CMAI’s National Garment Fair (NGF) will take place in Mumbai from July 13 to 15, 2026. The Women’s Wear segment will be held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, while the Men’s Wear segment will be conducted simultaneously at the MMRDA Grounds, BKC, Bandra.

Organised ahead of the festive season, the exhibition is designed to provide brands, buyers, and retailers with an opportunity to source new collections across multiple apparel categories.

The exhibition will span 15,000+ sqm for Men’s Wear, 25,000+ sqm for Women’s Wear, and 675+ sqm for accessories. It will feature 600+ Women’s Wear brands, 345+ Men’s Wear brands, and 45 accessories, with participation expected from 25,000-plus buyers from across India. The Women’s Wear and Men’s Wear edition will also host approximately 284 platinum buyers from different parts of the country.

The twin-venue B2B trade fair is intended to facilitate business interactions while enabling exhibitors to present their latest collections for the upcoming festive and wedding season.

Speaking about the current landscape of the industry, Santosh Katariya, President, CMAI, said:

“The Indian apparel industry is witnessing a significant transformation, shaped by changing lifestyles, stronger fashion consciousness, and the rapid evolution of retail channels. Menswear and womenswear continue to be among the strongest growth drivers, with consumers increasingly seeking products that combine style, functionality, and value. At the same time, trends such as sustainability, digital-first retail, quick commerce, and the rise of regional brands are redefining the industry's future. We are confident that Indian brands are well equipped to capitalise on these opportunities and accelerate the next phase of growth for the domestic apparel market.”

Rohit Munjal, Vice President and Chairman of CMAI’s Fair Sub-Committee, stated:

"After a successful Kidswear segment, the strong traction and growing number of registrations for both the Womenswear and Menswear segment reflects the trust and confidence that retailers and buyers continue to place in NGF. It is heartening to see the industry come together once again on a platform that consistently delivers business growth, partnerships and market expansion."

The Women’s Wear section will include brands such as AANCHALS, JUNIPER, SCAKHI, STOCK OUT, A-LA-MODE, ANORA & SARISHA, MAAND, ESIKA, DRESSLINE, MOJILLA, ANVITA/CELEBRATION/ANAYA, DIYA DESIGN STUDIO, AMCHOOR, FLO, FOCUS JEANS, GLOBAL BALIKA, GOLANI LIFESTYLE, LIVA (GRASIM), LA FILLE, INNAYA, 123/AAA PLUS/INIA/LOVE U, MAITRI, RAVIRAA, ZOLA, ELE BELLE, REDROSE, INLOOK, RA-REATRA/GURMAYA/AANCHI, among others.

The Men’s Wear section will feature brands including TURTLE, WAVES/ORCHID/WHETHER/BLACK, WINE/ARISTO PLUS, AVEGA, AZZURRO/VOGARTINO, SPYRAL, TORSO/TALETA/VITUDA/TERRAZO, ORION, ORCHID STYLE, ZANAAB ETHNIC WEAR, RE CHANNEL, AEBBE, RED & WHITE, SAVRIYA, MILAN, and others.

Commenting on category trends, Anand Chokshi, Joint Chairman, Fair Sub-Committee, CMAI, said:

“India's apparel market is being shaped by consumers who are increasingly looking for fashion that reflects both their lifestyle and cultural identity. Regional brands are seemingly doing well with a diverse range that cater to the evolving tastes with regional peculiarities of the consumers.”

To support visitor movement, CMAI has arranged dedicated shuttle services connecting exhibition venues and key transit points during the event. Car shuttle services will operate between NESCO and Goregaon Railway Station (East), NESCO and the MMRDA Grounds, Jio Garden Parking and the MMRDA Grounds, and between Hall 1 and Hall 2 at the MMRDA venue. A dedicated BEST bus service will also run between Bandra Railway Station (East) and the MMRDA Grounds. These transport services will be available on July 13, 14 and 15, 2026.

The National Garment Fair has completed 82 editions and continues to serve as a trade fair for the Indian apparel industry. The upcoming edition is expected to bring together manufacturers, buyers, and retailers from across India while providing a platform to showcase new collections ahead of the festive season.