Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics 2025 — The World’s Leading Trade Show for Fabrics and Accessories

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics 2025

September 2–4, 2025

Shanghai

Textiles and Apparel

Key Information about Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics 2025

General Information

240,000 sqm, 4,000+ exhibitors, 100,000+ visitors, global textile sourcing hub

Spanning over 240,000 square meters, Intertextile 2025 will feature more than 4,000 exhibitors, including national pavilions and regional clusters from Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Exhibitor categories include cotton, wool, silk, functional fabrics, embroidery, trims, and garment accessories. Professional visitors represent the full scope of the fashion and textile industries — from sourcing directors and product developers to designers, merchandisers, retailers, and import/export companies. The show includes theme zones such as Functional Lab, Verve for Design, All About Sustainability, and Premium Wool Zone, providing targeted experiences for different buyer needs. Attendees will benefit from curated matchmaking, trend forecasting, color and material innovation displays, and a full program of fashion seminars and cross-industry dialogues. With unmatched scale and diversity, Intertextile remains a must-attend B2B event for discovering new suppliers, co-developing product lines, and navigating the future of textile manufacturing.

Themes

Apparel fabrics, yarns, trims, accessories, sustainability, digital printing, technical textiles

Thematic sectors at Intertextile Shanghai include:

Natural and Synthetic Fabrics: cotton, wool, linen, silk, viscose, polyester, blended, recycled, and eco-friendly fabrics

Functional and Performance Textiles: moisture-wicking, UV protection, antibacterial, flame retardant, waterproof, sports and outdoor apparel materials

Denim and Casualwear Fabrics: washes, stretches, raw and premium denim for fashion collections

Lace, Embroidery and Trims: appliqués, braids, laces, ribbons, buttons, zippers, hook-and-loop closures

Yarns and Fibers: natural, synthetic, functional, and biodegradable yarns and fibers for spinning and weaving

Digital and Reactive Printing: high-speed printing systems, pigment inks, fabric finishing technologies

Sustainable Solutions: certified organic textiles, waterless dyeing, traceability systems, biodegradable packaging

Technology Integration: textile CAD/CAM, cloud-based inventory, AI-assisted design, 3D body scanning
These zones are supported by interactive installations, sample walls, innovation showcases, and curated product galleries. Visitors are encouraged to explore end-use sectors ranging from fast fashion to protective garments and participate in expert-led workshops.

Participants

Textile manufacturers, fashion brands, designers, sourcing agents, tech providers, industry associations

Participants at Intertextile 2025 include:

Fabric and Yarn Manufacturers: large-scale mills, boutique suppliers, and OEM/ODM producers

Fashion and Apparel Brands: global retailers, luxury labels, DTC brands, and sourcing offices

Design Studios and Freelancers: textile and fashion designers, pattern makers, and trend consultants

Importers and Exporters: international traders, sourcing agencies, distributors, and logistics providers

Technology and Solution Providers: developers of smart textile equipment, dyeing automation, and design software

Industry Associations and Certification Bodies: GOTS, OEKO-TEX®, bluesign®, and sustainability certification groups
This diversity of exhibitors and visitors makes Intertextile a vital platform for collaborative sourcing, product innovation, and industry networking.

Exhibits

Apparel fabrics, yarns, garment accessories, fashion tech, textile innovations

Exhibited products include:

Woven and Knitted Fabrics: for menswear, womenswear, kidswear, suits, casualwear, and sportswear

Eco and Functional Fabrics: made with recycled polyester, TENCEL™, bamboo, or with smart performance properties

Fashion Accessories: trims, closures, labels, tapes, threads, and embroidery motifs

Yarns and Spinning Fibers: cotton blends, elastic fibers, thermal-regulating yarns, filament yarns

Printing and Finishing: digital textile printing, coatings, wrinkle-free and antibacterial treatments

Software and Automation: fashion design software, inventory solutions, production scheduling tools

Packaging and Merchandising Solutions: hangtags, bags, reusable containers, smart labeling
The show’s layout encourages cross-navigation between zones, offering buyers an intuitive sourcing experience and live comparisons.

Venue

National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC), Shanghai

Asia’s largest exhibition complex, the NECC offers advanced facilities and flexible space for large-scale global events. Located in the Hongqiao business hub with direct access to airport, railway, and metro lines.

Organizer

Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd., CCPIT-Tex, and China Textile Information Centre (CTIC)

Renowned international organizers with extensive experience in the textile and fashion exhibition sector, ensuring global visibility and high-level buyer participation.

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