Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris will return from 31 August to 2 September 2026 at the Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Centre, bringing together more than 1,000 international exhibitors from across the textile and apparel value chain. The 59th edition of the event will showcase sourcing opportunities spanning fabrics, finished garments, fashion accessories, sustainable solutions and emerging technologies, reflecting the changing dynamics of the global sourcing landscape.
The exhibition will feature three key platforms: Texworld Paris for fabrics and raw materials, Apparel Sourcing Paris for finished products and fashion accessories, and Avantex, which focuses on sustainable innovation, technology and future-ready solutions for the fashion industry.
Focus on Quality and Targeted Sourcing
According to the organisers, the 2026 edition has been designed to provide buyers with a more focused and streamlined sourcing experience. Rather than offering the widest possible supplier base, the event aims to connect brands and retailers with reliable manufacturing partners capable of delivering quality, flexibility, competitive pricing and responsive supply chains.
The exhibition layout has been reorganised across Halls 3 and 4 to simplify navigation and create stronger connections between manufacturers, brands and sourcing professionals across womenswear, casualwear and sportswear categories.
Julien Schmoll, Marketing and Communications Director at Messe Frankfurt France, said buyers are increasingly prioritising carefully selected sourcing partners capable of meeting today’s market expectations for quality, logistics and innovation.
Texworld Highlights Global Textile Expertise
Texworld Paris will feature more than 500 textile manufacturers and weaving companies representing around ten countries. Major textile-producing nations including China, Türkiye, South Korea and India will showcase their latest fabric collections through national pavilions and industry delegations.
India will continue to strengthen its presence through manufacturers specialising in premium embroidery, while Korean exhibitors coordinated by KOFOTI and Turkish manufacturers supported by the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce will present advanced textile capabilities.
The exhibition will also welcome several first-time participants, including La Lainière de Picardie from France, specialising in premium interlinings, and Osaühing Tekser Grupp from Estonia, known for high-end linen manufacturing.
Initiatives Showcase Innovation and Craftsmanship
The Initiatives area, located at the entrance of Hall 4, will highlight textile innovation alongside traditional craftsmanship through live demonstrations and curated displays.
Featured presentations include:
- Korean textile innovations by KOFOTI
- Turkish textile expertise
- China’s latest innovations presented by the China Textile Innovation Center (CTIC)
- Sustainable developments by Chargeurs PCC
- Technical textile innovations from Oracle
- Student collections by Atelier Chardon Savard exploring advanced textile finishing techniques
Apparel Sourcing Reflects Changing Global Supply Chains
Apparel Sourcing Paris will host more than 500 garment and fashion accessory manufacturers, maintaining participation levels similar to previous editions despite global economic challenges.
Leading sourcing destinations including China, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan and the Euro-Mediterranean region will remain strongly represented, while emerging sourcing markets continue to expand their presence.
New geographical highlights include:
- Armenia returning with around 10 companies
- Kyrgyzstan participating for the second consecutive year with approximately 15 exhibitors
- Uzbekistan expanding its presence
- Bulgaria making its first physical participation through a national pavilion
Bangladesh continues to reinforce its position as the world’s second-largest apparel sourcing destination after China.
Near Sourcing Gains Momentum
Responding to increasing demand for shorter lead times and supply chain resilience, the Near Sourcing Hub, developed in partnership with FourSource, will feature around 30 companies from Türkiye, Serbia, Romania and Portugal.
The hybrid concept combines physical exhibits with digital collections accessible through QR codes, enabling buyers to connect with suppliers and request quotations more efficiently.
New Product Categories Introduced
This edition introduces several new sourcing segments, including:
- Jewellery & Leather accessories
- Dedicated Denim product displays
- Outdoor zone combining technical fabric suppliers and sportswear manufacturers
These additions aim to help buyers diversify sourcing options while addressing growing demand for specialised product categories.
Avantex Highlights AI, Sustainability and Circular Fashion
Positioned between Halls 2 and 3, Avantex will feature around 30 exhibitors showcasing technologies focused on sustainability, artificial intelligence, traceability, circularity and advanced manufacturing.
The Texpertise Focus AI x SPOTT programme will demonstrate how artificial intelligence is transforming the textile industry through innovations such as AI-powered textile inspection, circular material solutions and digital supply chain management.
Featured companies include:
- GoldenEye Smart Vision
- FreyZein
- SAO Textile
- LeLabPlus
- Seconde Matière
- Mitwill
Avantex Fashion Pitch Returns
The Avantex Fashion Pitch will once again recognise innovative start-ups developing solutions for the future of fashion. Finalists will present their ideas before an international jury, with winners receiving exhibition space, financial support, incubation opportunities and international media exposure.
Conference Programme Explores Industry Transformation
A comprehensive conference programme will address topics including:
- Artificial intelligence in fashion
- Sustainable development
- Circular textile economy
- Regenerative fashion
- Textile traceability
- Workforce development
- Regulatory developments
- Emerging fashion trends
One of the major highlights will be the Threading Circularity Forum, jointly organised by the Fédération de la Mode Circulaire and TCBL, focusing on repair ecosystems, extending product lifecycles and strengthening European textile value chains.
Visitors will also have the opportunity to join the Econogy Tour, showcasing environmentally responsible innovations in circularity, eco-design, traceability and sustainable production processes.
With its expanded sourcing network, stronger emphasis on sustainability and growing focus on artificial intelligence and circular business models, Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris 2026 aims to provide a comprehensive platform for international buyers seeking future-ready sourcing solutions while supporting the evolving needs of the global fashion and textile industry.
