Apparel Sourcing Paris

The Apparel Sourcing Fair is an international trade exhibition specializing in the procurement of clothing and fashion accessories. It is held biannually at the Paris Porte de Versailles, a key location in the European fashion industry. The fair is organized by Messe Frankfurt France S.A.S., a subsidiary of Messe Frankfurt, one of the largest trade fair organizations worldwide..

The fair covers a wide range of topics, including men’s, women’s, and children's fashion, as well as accessories. The offerings range from shirts, designer clothing, and coats to underwear, suits, swimwear, sportswear, and knitwear. Accessories such as shoes, socks, bags, leather goods, gloves, scarves, hats, and caps are also showcased. The fair provides a platform for manufacturers from around the world, distinguished by quality, innovation, and competitive pricing.

Exhibitors come from various sectors of the fashion and textile industry, including accessory production and fashion retail. The primary audience of the fair consists of buyers, fashion retailers, and designers who are informed about the latest trends and innovations and wish to meet potential suppliers.

Highlights of the fair include conferences and seminars with industry experts, fashion shows, and the "Avantex Fashion Pitch", a competition that recognizes innovative high-tech fashion and textile startups.

The Apparel Sourcing Fair is part of a series of specialized trade shows for clothing and fashion organized by Messe Frankfurt globally. It is an indispensable date in the calendar of every fashion professional.

The venue, Paris Porte de Versailles, is renowned not only for its central role in the fashion industry but also for its excellent transport connections and impressive infrastructure, making a visit to the fair a unique experience.

The Apparel Sourcing in Paris took place from Monday, 01. July to Wednesday, 03. July 2024.