The latest update in this series of reports from industry experts Textiles Intelligence summarises the mood and trends which were apparent at the European fabric fairs for autumn/winter 2012/13. The author of the report visited Prima Moda Tessuto, Munich Fabric Start, Milano Unica, Premire Vision Pluriel and Texworld, where she interviewed exhibitors and found out first-hand which trends were proving to be the most popular.
Despite the European debt crisis and difficult economic conditions, there was a positive mood at the fairs - helped by a perception that the market was recovering. Demand for luxury goods in emerging markets has been increasing and this was reflected in a rise in the number of visitors from these countries. There were quality fabrics and a high level of creativity at all of the fairs, as well as an emphasis on variety. A number of fairs featured special sections to highlight the importance of sustainability and eco-friendly fabrics.
Key Topics Covered:
- FABRIC FAIRS
- Trading conditions
- Prima Moda Tessuto
- Munich Fabric Start
- Milano Unica
- Premire Vision Pluriel
- Texworld
- FABRIC TRENDS
- Prints and patterns
- Decorative: silks and silky fabrics
- Outerwear: wools and blends
- Jerseys
- Performance fabrics
Companies Mentioned:
- Prima Moda Tessuto
- Munich Fabric Start
- Milano Unica
- Premire Vision Pluriel
- Texworld
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