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From March 20 to 22, 2026, the city of Cologne will once again be the world center for the creative crafts and manual activities sector with h+h cologne, the leading international fair dedicated to handmade, hobbies, and handcrafts. The event is designed to connect professionals, brands and buyers from all over the world, offering a comprehensive overview of market evolutions and new creative directions.

With a renewed brand identity and an increasingly business-oriented positioning, h+h cologne presents itself as a strategic platform for the development of new business opportunities, product scouting, and comparison between specialized operators.

h+h Cologne: a benchmark for yarns, fabrics, sewing and creativity

h+h cologne 2026 offers a comprehensive showcase of new market developments, from yarns and fabrics to sewing, knitting, crochet, and embroidery tools, to contemporary crafting accessories and solutions. The event is designed to meet the concrete needs of specialized retail, connecting creativity, product innovation, and sales strategies.

For professional visitors, the fair represents an opportunity to discover emerging trends, analyze new consumer behaviors, and identify international suppliers. Alongside the exhibition areas, events, talks, workshops, and networking opportunities are taking place, designed to stimulate the exchange of expertise and the emergence of new collaborations.

In the h+h years, Cologne has established itself as a true international hub for the sector, capable of attracting exhibitors and buyers from numerous countries and generating lasting business relationships. The goal for 2026 is also to offer a dynamic environment where artisanal skills can engage with the needs of an ever-changing global market. Manifattura Foderami Cimmino will be present at Hall 11.2 – T013.

MUNICH FABRIC START 2026 returns with its winter edition, scheduled for January 27-29, 2026 in Munich, at the MOC – Event Center Messe München. The event confirms itself as one of the key events for the European textile and clothing industry, offering a comprehensive overview of the news for the Spring-Summer 27 season.

With the participation of more than 1,000 international exhibitors, the event brings together producers, designers, buyers and product managers in a highly specialized context designed to foster dialogue between creativity, technical development and business. The collections presented range from fabrics and accessories to the most advanced sourcing and manufacturing solutions, offering a broad and up-to-date view of future directions in the industry.

Munich Fabric Start: An international hub for trends, innovation, and materials research

Alongside the main exhibition area, MUNICH FABRIC START also offers thematic spaces that enrich the exhibition experience, such as BLUEZONE, dedicated to the world of denim, and platforms such as KEYHOUSE and THE SOURCE, focused on innovation, experimental materials, and new technologies. These areas become real laboratories of ideas, where research, sustainability and industrial development meet.

One of the event’s distinctive elements is also its content program, which includes talks, presentations, and insights into trends, market changes, and the new needs of the fashion supply chain. An offer designed not only to showcase products, but to provide concrete tools for orientation and inspiration.

With an increasingly international vision and a future-oriented format, the MUNICH FABRIC START 2026 confirms itself as a strategic platform for anticipating trends, building professional relationships, and defining sourcing choices for the coming seasons. Manifattura Foderami Cimmino will be present at HALL 4 – STAND E07.

From January 20 to 22, 2026, Milan will host the 42nd edition of Milano Unica, the leading event for high-end textiles and clothing accessories. The fair takes place at Fiera Milano Rho and, as usual, opens the year for the fashion and textile sectors.

The choice of January reinforces the strategic role of the event in the international calendar. Milano Unica is in fact located in a central week for the fashion system, in dialogue with other key events such as Pitti Immagine and Milan Fashion Week. A location that facilitates the presence of international buyers and allows companies to present new collections at a crucial stage in purchasing decisions.

The 2026 edition will take place in pavilions 8-12 and 16-20, with a distribution of spaces designed to make the visit more fluid and offer a clear understanding of the offerings. The exhibition areas house Italian and European companies specializing in fabrics for women’s, men’s, and knitwear, as well as manufacturers of medium-high-end and luxury textile accessories.

At the heart of the event are the Spring/Summer 2027 collections, previewed to buyers, designers, and style offices. Milano Unica thus continues to play its role as a B2 B platform, where material quality and production reliability remain decisive elements for the international market.

Milano Unica: Maximum attention to sustainability in 2026

Ample space is dedicated to sustainability and innovation issues, which are addressed in a concrete way. Responsible fabrics, traceable supply chains, more efficient production processes and new technological solutions find visibility through thematic routes and special projects. The aim is to offer operators useful tools to respond to the demands of a market that is increasingly attentive to environmental impact.

Alongside the exhibition, the fair offers trending content, installations, and observatories that help interpret the stylistic directions of the coming seasons. A useful support for those working on the product and collection design.

Completing the experience, Milano Unica offers digital tools such as e-MilanoUnica Connect, designed to consult the exhibitor list, organize appointments, and plan your visit more effectively.

With the January 2026 edition, Milano Unica confirms its role as a point of reference for quality textiles and the international fashion business. Manifattura Foderami Cimmino will also be present, at stand C37 in hall 16.

Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris is preparing to reopen its doors for the autumn edition from 15 to 17 September 2025, in pavilions 2, 3 and 4 of the Paris-Le-Bourget Exhibition Center. Together with its Avantex and Leatherworld sectors, the event will offer a comprehensive overview for all fashion segments, from ready-to-wear to luxury, confirming itself as one of the most relevant B2B platforms for the international textile supply chain.

After the success of the February edition, the fair proposes the same exhibition layout, with a participation forecast that varies between 1,200 and 1,300 exhibitors. The choice of September dates responds to the need to better align with the calendars of European buyers, making sourcing even more effective. Confirmations from China, India, Turkey, South Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong highlight Europe’s central role in a global context marked by trade uncertainties. Also significant is the presence of emerging producers from Central and Eastern Europe, including Armenia, Kyrgyzstan and Ukraine.

A layout designed to optimize sourcing

The event will be organized by thematic “universes”: Avantex, trend forums, conferences and service areas will focus in Pavilion 2, with a particular focus on women’s clothing and activewear. Pavilion 4 will host Leatherworld next to the Denim area, strengthening the link between raw material and finished product. Also worth mentioning is the area “Initiatives by Texworld”, at the entrance to Pavilion 4, where countries such as Turkey and India will showcase their textile and artisanal excellence.

Avantex: sustainability and innovation at the centre

The heart of innovation will be Avantex, the area dedicated to technologies and services for a more transparent and sustainable fashion industry. Among the most anticipated initiatives, the presentation of the results of the European Herewear project, which promotes the production of organic and local fabrics, and a rich program of conferences, workshops and round tables. There will be the Avantex Fashion Pitch, now in its eighth edition, which will see young talents compete in front of an international jury made up of fashion, technology and investment experts. Manifattura Foderami Cimmino will also be present in Hall 3 – Stand F355.

One of the most important textile events in Europe is back: the main edition of Munich Fabric Start will take place on 2 and 3 September 2025 at the MOC in Munich. The event, attended by thousands of professionals in the sector, will offer a complete overview of the textile and accessories collections for Autumn/Winter 2026-2027, involving more than one thousand exhibitors from all over the world.

Munich Fabric Start: the specialist exhibition areas planned for 2025

The event will take place in several specialist exhibition areas, including FABRICS, ADDITIONALS, ReSOURCE, BLUEZONE, KEYHOUSE and THE SOURCE. These are accompanied by a special focus on the theme of sustainability, with the ReSOURCE section dedicated to innovative materials such as natural fibers, recycled and bioplastics, as well as solutions for traceability and responsible production. The aim is to promote a transparent and circular textile supply chain.

A significant novelty of the September edition is the total integration of BLUEZONE and KEYHOUSE within the main event. The first is dedicated to the world of denim and its evolutions, while the second explores the frontiers of textile innovation, from digital technologies to sustainable applications. The union of these spaces strengthens the integrated approach of the fair, offering a complete vision of the transformations taking place in the fashion-tech world.

Not just textiles: the rich programme of the Munich Textile Fair

In addition to the exhibition, there is a rich programme of talks, workshops and conferences on strategic topics for the sector: from new European regulations to artificial intelligence applied to fashion, to analysis of trends and new generations of materials. The meeting between creativity, technology and sustainability will be at the centre of every discussion.

Munich Fabric Start thus confirms itself as an international platform of excellence for the textile sector, able to anticipate trends, foster connections and guide the industry towards increasingly innovative and responsible production models. The September meeting represents a key opportunity for those who work in the fashion world and want to look at the future of textiles with concreteness and vision. Also Manifattura Foderami Cimmino will be present, at HALL 4 STAND E07.

On 8, 9 and 10 July 2025 at Fiera Milano Rho the reference event for high-end textiles is back with Milano Unica.

Return to Milan the essential appointment for the world of textiles and high-end accessories. The 41st edition of Milano Unica will be held from 8 to 10 July 2025 in halls 1-3 and 2-4 of Fiera Milano Rho, easily accessible by metro (line M1). Three days – Tuesday and Wednesday from 9.00 to 18.30, Thursday until 17.00 – to discover in advance the Autumn/Winter 2026-27 collections, which this year revolve around the “Performing MU” concept.

Performing MU: fashion as a performative act

The proposals presented at Milano Unica 41 are inspired by Performing MU, the theme developed by the Style Commission of the event: an investigation into the relationship between body, space and art that redefines fashion as a living, interactive and fluid language. At the center, the concept of “performance”, understood both as a creative act – the artistic “making” – and as functionality and response to the changes taking place in the fashion sector.

This vision translates into innovative materials, cutting-edge accessories and hybrid inspirations, where textile design dialogues with the languages of movement, Cosmos and performing arts. The objective is to propose collections capable of connecting with new aesthetic and sensory needs, bringing fashion towards an experiential and shared dimension.

The three key themes: Space, Bodies, Arts

The creative proposal for A/I 2026-27 is based on three thematic strands:

Performing Space: explores the relationship between fabric and space, with materials that adapt and transform themselves, like real mobile architectural elements.

Performing Bodies: puts the body at the center of textile research, with structures that accompany and enhance movement.

Performing Arts: fuses fashion and performative languages, giving life to fabrics that become stages of visual and tactile expression.

Milano Unica thus confirms itself not only as an industry fair, but a real creative laboratory for the future of fashion. Also Manifattura Foderami Cimmino will be present at the HALL 3 STAND L13.

From 7 to 9 March 2025, Cologne will host h+h cologne, the leading international trade fair for the craft and creative hobbies sector. The event will be held at the Koelnmesse exhibition centre and will present the latest news in areas such as knitting, crochet, sewing, embroidery and other manual activities.

L’edizione di quest’anno si concentra sul tema “Commercio Locale: Creare il Futuro“, offrendo una piattaforma ideale per il networking internazionale, l’apprendimento e lo sviluppo di nuove idee. I partecipanti avranno l’opportunità di connettersi con una comunità forte, stabilire contatti locali e prepararsi alle sfide future del commercio al dettaglio.

H+H Cologne: the programme of the craft fair

The event programme includes several thematic areas:

• Talk Zone: discussion sessions on topics relevant to the sector.
• Academy Zone: 90-minute in-depth workshops where industry experts share practical solutions for the future of local business. Workshops can be booked in advance.
• Creative Zone: a space dedicated to improving craft techniques through practical sessions.
• Green Zones & Trend Zones: areas that highlight sustainable products and innovative ideas in the world of crafts.
• Fashion Show: shows presenting the latest trends in the textile handicraft sector.

With more than 300 exhibitors from 40 countries and more than 12,000 visitors expected from 78 nations, h+h cologne 2025 is a must for professionals and enthusiasts of the sector. The event offers a wide range of opportunities for business growth, from efficient networking and access to an international community, to numerous learning programmes and events.

To participate, you can buy tickets online on the official event website. It is advisable to plan travel and accommodation in advance, given the expected attendance. h+h cologne 2025 promises to be an event full of inspiration, innovation and opportunities for all the operators in the craft sector and creative hobbies. Also Manifattura Foderami Cimmino will be present, at the Hall 11.2 Stand A041.

From 21 to 23 February 2025, the historic Fortezza da Basso in Florence will host the nineteenth edition of Danzainfiera, the most anticipated international event dedicated to the world of dance. Industry professionals, dancers, schools, companies and enthusiasts will gather to celebrate all the nuances of this art.

This year’s theme, “DANCE BEYOND“, is an ode to freedom of expression, encouraging people to overcome stereotypes and celebrate dance as a pure form of personal expression.

The programme includes over 400 events spread out over 65,000 square metres, with 20,000 dancers performing on various stages. The following are among the key events:

• Masterclass and Auditions: Patrick Armand, new Artistic Director of the Wiener Staatsoper Ballettakademie in Vienna, will hold a masterclass on 21 February. On 23 February, the Joffrey Ballet School will offer an audition for young talent between 10 and 13 years old.
• Thematic Workshops: Mario Charty will lead a Hip Hop masterclass on February 22, while Igal Perry of the Peridance Center in New York will lead a special session of classical and neoclassical dance on February 23.
• Performances and Competitions: The “Dance Parade” will offer schools the opportunity to perform in a non-competitive context, while the “Pop Tap Festival” on 23 February will be dedicated to Tip Tap fans.

Danzainfiera 2025: the exhibition of clothing, footwear and accessories for dance

In addition to the performance activities, Danzainfiera 2025 will present an exhibition area with the latest in terms of clothing, footwear and accessories for dance, offering participants the opportunity to discover trends and innovative products. Also Manifattura Foderami Cimmino will be present at the CENTRAL PAVILION GROUND FLOOR – STAND B3.

To attend lectures, auditions or choreographic events, registration is required on the official website. Tickets are available online only and vary depending on the activities you choose.

Danzainfiera 2025 is confirmed as a must-see event for all dance lovers, offering an immersive experience that celebrates passion, art and community.