As China’s garment manufacturing industry continues to thrive, the demand for premium international textiles remains strong. At Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition 2025, taking place from 11 – 13 March 2025, domestic buyers will seek high-quality fabrics, designs, and styles across key zones, including SalonEurope, Premium Wool Zone, and Verve for Design.
Returning after its milestone 30th anniversary edition, this year’s event will host over 3,000 exhibitors from 25 countries and regions at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). International suppliers will showcase their innovations in Hall 5.1 (International Hall), Accessories Vision (Hall 1.2), and Beyond Denim (Hall 7.2), while domestic exhibitors will be categorized by product end-use across multiple halls.
Key Highlights from Hall 5.1’s Featured Zones
SalonEurope: A Hub for Premium European Textiles
A highlight of the International Hall, SalonEurope will present a diverse range of premium textiles, from accessories and embroidery to wool and yarns. Notable exhibitors include:
- Alumo AG (Switzerland) – Renowned for its superior-quality cotton shirting fabrics, Alumo supplies leading tailors and fashion brands worldwide.
- Chargeurs PCC Fashion Technologies (France) – A global leader in inner components solutions for luxury, athleisure, and fashion, producing over 350 million meters of interlinings annually.
- Concordia Textiles NV (Belgium) – Specializing in technical textiles, the company offers protective wear and performance fabrics for various industries.
- Liberty Fabric Ltd (UK) – A celebrated name in printed fabrics, known for its high-quality cotton, silk, and linen collections.
Premium Wool Zone: Luxury Wool Fabrics on Display
Adjacent to SalonEurope, the Premium Wool Zone will introduce the Functional Suiting Display Area, highlighting innovative wool blends suited for high-performance apparel. Exhibitors include:
- Abraham Moon & Sons Ltd (UK) – A fully vertical wool mill producing high-end worsted and woollen fabrics for fashion and furnishings.
- Scabal NV/SA (Belgium) – With a heritage dating back to 1539, Scabal offers premium menswear fabrics for luxury brands and bespoke tailors.
- Yunsa Yunlu Sanayi Ve Ticaret AS (Turkey) – One of Europe’s largest worsted wool manufacturers, with a strong global presence.
Verve for Design: Inspiring Prints & Patterns
With China’s printed and dyed fabric exports increasing by nearly 4% in early 2024, Verve for Design will feature a curated selection of international studios specializing in creative prints and textile patterns. Exhibitors include:
- Fairbairn & Wolf Studio Ltd (UK & China) – A renowned design studio producing trend-driven prints for the fashion industry.
- Les Dessines (France) – A studio known for its exquisite hand-drawn prints, inspired by cinematic aesthetics and traditional European artistry.
- Nix Co Ltd (Japan) – Specializing in handmade floral and fantasy-inspired patterns for high-end textiles.
International Pavilions & Group Showcases
Beyond these highlighted zones, leading global companies such as Ecocert, KTC, and Lenzing will showcase their latest developments at dedicated pavilions. Hall 5.1 will also host country and region pavilions from France, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan, along with the Italy Pavilion, featuring luxury wool producer Vitale Barberis Canonico, a brand with over 360 years of heritage in fine suiting fabrics.
Co-Located Industry Events
Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition 2025 will take place alongside major industry events, including Yarn Expo Spring, Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Spring Edition, CHIC, and PH Value, offering a comprehensive sourcing platform for the global textile industry.
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Upcoming Industry Events
- Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles & Textile Technologies | 26 – 28 February 2025 | Ho Chi Minh City
- Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics / Yarn Expo Shenzhen | 11 – 13 June 2025 | Shenzhen (Futian)
- Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition / Yarn Expo Autumn | 2 – 4 September 2025 | Shanghai
Stay ahead in the world of textiles—mark your calendar for Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition 2025!
