Munich, July 22, 2024. On September 3 and 4, 2024, the 54th edition of MUNICH FABRIC START with THE SOURCE will take place alongside BLUEZONE, and KEYHOUSE. Under the theme “INTUITION”, the leading German platform for the international fashion and textile industry invites the fashion community to reconnect with their inner voice. The International Fabric Trade Show offers an extensive overview of the latest trends for the Autumn.Winter 25/26 season and explores the most innovative materials and future technologies.
The upcoming MUNICH FABRIC START spans over 40,000 square meters, transforming Munich into the central European hub for international designers, product managers, and fashion makers. Approximately 1,000 collections from premium international suppliers, including Akin, Albini, Amanda Kelly, Bernini Studio, Bornemann Etiketten, Circleline Design, Dutel, Cadica Group, DMISS Textile Group, Erica, Escher Textil, EU / Fenili, Evotex, Fortex, Fusion CPH, Getzner, Iskur, Leti, Liberty, Lica Design Studio, Limonta, Lisa, Lyria, Malhia Kent, Manteco, Maxim, Milior, M360 – Miroglio Group, Nilörn, Nova Fides, Panama Trimmings, Redmark, Riopele, Somelos, Studio 9, Takisada, Tessuti di Sondrio, Top Trends, Trimco Group, Union3 Fashion, Viscotex, Weft, WeNordic oder Yünsa will be clearly structured into eight areas:
ADDITIONALS featuring highlights from the accessory segment, FABRICS showcasing fabrics and material trends, ReSOURCE for environmentally friendly and responsibly produced textiles, clothing, and accessories, BLUEZONE the international show-in-show for denim, streetwear, and sportswear, DESIGN STUDIOS for textile designers and trend offices worldwide, KEYHOUSE with groundbreaking showcases, sustainable developments, and expert workshops at the intersection of technology and sustainability, the SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS platform for exciting, unique new materials and processes, and THE SOURCE featuring selected apparel manufacturers and sourcing service providers.
“The“successful VIEW has had a lasting impact: the palpable sense of optimism in the industry and the atmosphere shaped by cautiously optimistic perspectives make us look forward to September with anticipation. At the same time, the international trade show landscape is changing. While physical events are experiencing a remarkable recovery post-pandemic, there is also a trend towards greater efficiency and effectiveness. The upcoming September edition of the Munich Fabric Start exemplifies this: the show has strategically shortened its duration to two days to better meet the industry’s needs and market trends that favor more compact events with shorter travel times and cost-effective solutions.”
Sebastian Klinder, Managing Director MUNICH FABRIC START
“We are excited about the upcoming edition of MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE – not only because our theme, INTUITION, is incredibly relevant in these times. Once again, we offer a uniquely high-quality working atmosphere for the most important exhibitors and designers in the European fashion industry; our program highlights future-relevant topics, and our trend presentations will set benchmarks. For Autumn.Winter 2025/26, the trends reveal an exciting balance between simplicity and intensity. People long for reduction and familiarity while being ready to explore new things. The Munich Fabric Start captures this tension and provides a platform for creative discoveries and innovative solutions.“
Frank Junker, Creative Director & Partner MUNICH FABRIC START
A standout highlight of the next MUNICH FABRIC START is the trend lecture by Li Edelkoort: The globally renowned trend forecaster will return to Munich for one of her exclusive private lectures, presenting the trends for Autumn/Winter 2025-26 live. On Wednesday, September 4, 2024, Li Edelkoort will give a two-hour lecture at the MUNICH FABRIC START, sharing insights into future developments in fashion and textiles as well as colour trends. This event offers an excellent source of inspiration and a valuable working tool for all who love and live design. Tickets to experience the famous trend forecaster live in an intimate setting can be purchased in advance through the MUNICH FABRIC START website. For the first time, Li Edelkoort will speak in Room K1 at the MOC, bringing her even closer to the core of the four sourcing halls of MUNICH FABRIC START.
The program of MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE includes numerous lectures, discussions, and workshops. On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, Monsieur-T. will open the first day with his trend presentation of the BLUEZONE DENIMINED Trends from 10:00 to 10:30 am, inaugurating the new Trend Lectures Stage at KEYHOUSE in Hall 7, temporarily integrated into the Zenith Hall due to renovations. At 10:30 am, a Key Conversation and Deep Dive on future-oriented sustainable material developments will follow. Simon Angel, curator of SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS, and other material experts will discuss innovative material solutions contributing to a sustainable and circular industry (Trend Lectures | Keyhouse – Hall 7). At 11:00 am, the same stage will host an “In Conversation With…” session featuring Drishti Masand, Senior Manager Sustainability Direction at adidas. Drishti will explain how adidas promotes the circular economy through innovative and research projects like T-REX, in a conversation with Muchaneta ten Napel, Founder and CEO of Shape Innovate.
From 12:00 to 1:00 pm, Peclers Paris will present “Women’s Fashion Trends FW 25-26: Reduction, Severity versus Emotion, Creativity” with Karin Schmitz, a highlight of the first day (K1 | MOC). Simultaneously, the panel discussion “Denim Deal Germany – Unveiling First Signatories” will take place, with Angela Velasquez, Executive Editor Rivet, and Max Gilgenmann, Managing Director and Co-Founder studio MM04, discussing future plans and challenges of the Denim Deal in Germany with their guests (Trend Lectures | Keyhouse – Hall 7). Anna Franziska Michel from Yoona.ai will speak about the use of AI in the fashion industry from 1:00 to 1:30 pm (Trend Lectures | Keyhouse – Hall 7). At 2:00 pm, another program highlight follows: amfori, Holy Fashion Group, and Novateks will discuss the challenges of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) using best case scenarios, moderated by Muchaneta ten Napel.
From 3:00 to 4:00 pm, Catherine Hansmann, Sustainability & Responsibility Manager at Fashion Council Germany, will explore sustainable innovations and solutions for the fashion industry with panelists from eBay and Peek & Cloppenburg (Trend Lectures | Keyhouse – Hall 7), followed by a panel discussion with Bornemann Etiketten and dm-drogerie markt on unified branding for international brands at 4:00 pm on the same stage.