Texworld & Apparel Sourcing Paris 2025: 57th Edition

Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris is set to return for its 57th edition from 15 to 17 September 2025 at the Paris–Le Bourget Exhibition Centre, offering for the first time an ideal balance between textile manufacturers (Texworld) and apparel producers (Apparel Sourcing).

This year’s event will feature nearly 1,300 exhibitors from over 35 countries, making it the largest and most diverse textile and apparel sourcing platform in Europe. Buyers will have access to a comprehensive range of products across all core garment segments, reflecting the current priorities of global brands.

Avantex Paris, dedicated to innovative and sustainable fashion solutions, continues to expand, presenting cutting-edge B2B services focused on technology, eco-responsibility, and addressing the key challenges of the fashion industry.

Global Representation & Near-Sourcing

Exhibitors will include major players from China, Turkey, India, Korea, Taiwan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, showcased under their national pavilions with support from organizations like the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ITO) and KOFOTI. New sourcing destinations such as Cambodia, Myanmar, Rwanda, Vietnam, and Egypt will also be present.

Apparel Sourcing Paris will welcome 683 exhibitors, its best result to date, matching Texworld’s scale. This year’s edition will emphasize near-sourcing opportunities with exhibitors from Central and Eastern Europe (Armenia, Kyrgyzstan) showcased at the entrance of Hall 3. The Near Sourcing Hub, created in partnership with Foursource, will host over 10 European companies participating physically for the first time.

Initiatives Zone & Live Demonstrations

Located at the entrance of Hall 4, the Initiatives Zone will highlight specialized expertise.

Pasari Textiles (India) will showcase artisanal embroidery techniques.
Istanbul Chamber of Commerce will present modern Turkish textile creations.
LISAA Mode students will perform live knit and crochet demonstrations.
The China Textile Innovation Center (CTIC) will curate a space dedicated to innovative Chinese designs.

Avantex Paris: Sustainable Fashion & Innovation

Around 30 participants will exhibit in the passage between Hall 2 and Hall 3, presenting solutions addressing circularity, transparency, traceability, sustainability, scalability, and digital interactivity.

HUB: Innovative solutions and services for the fashion industry.
Designer HUB: Textile studios, agencies, and independent designers.
ReSources Space: Four companies selected by TCBL, offering a “phygital” experience with QR codes for deeper engagement.

The 8th Avantex Fashion Pitch will reward startups driving sustainable development in fashion, in partnership with IFA Paris, VLGE, Luxiders Magazine, Circular Textile Days, and Texpertise Network.

Conferences & Highlights

The three-day program will feature conferences, roundtables, and keynote sessions with global industry leaders.

Nova Fabula AW 2026-2027 Trend Book commentary by Louis Gérin
Generative AI in creation, circular fashion, natural materials, and new consumer behaviors
Bio Fashion Innovation Day (17 Sept): Keynotes, panels, workshops, and networking dedicated to local production, bio-based textiles, and eco-design

Sustainability Initiatives

The Econogy Tour will guide visitors through certified sustainable exhibitors. The Econogy Finder tool and Econogy Talks will help attendees discover verified CSR-compliant manufacturers and attend green-economy-focused sessions.

Entry to Texworld and Apparel Sourcing Paris is free for professionals, with all events hosted under one roof for convenience.