FIMI, the international children’s and young people’s fashion fair, took place on 17-19 June and welcomed a raft of international visitors to its s/s 23 edition. Furthermore, a total of 120 firms from 13 countries showcased their new collections at this summer’s edition.
Trade visitors came from countries including Venezuela; Mexico; Italy; the United States; Libya; Chile; Colombia; the Arab Emirates; the Dominican Republic; Germany and Belgium.
According to a report prepared by the Valencia Chamber of Commerce, over half of the turnover of the Spanish children’s fashion sector comes from international markets.
Italy, Portugal, the UK and Greece lead the ranking of destination markets. However, according to the same study, diversification toward non-European markets is becoming a trend, with Mexico and the United States at the top of the list.
Domestic visitors who were eager not to miss the benchmark event for children’s fashion in Spain were also in attendance. “Most of the Spanish brands are here,” says FIMI’s director, Alicia Gimeno. “FIMI is the showcase for children’s fashion.”
Smart fabrics and sustainable fashion were among the stars of the show.
Some of the new products presented at FIMI this season included smart fabrics that repel water; innovative garments that provide 50+ protection from ultraviolet rays; organic fabrics made from ethically sourced materials; and BPA-free dummies.
Performance to push for greener fashion
A photoshoot hosted at FIMI saw brands present their collections to the media and visitors. Various summer settings, such as the sea and jungles, were the backdrop for the initiative. Plus, everything was made with recycled materials, promoting the idea of reusing instead of throwing things away, and respecting our planet.
The Castellon School of Art and Design (EASD) also gave a performance with child models wearing denim garments made from recycled materials. The theme of the performance was conscious, green fashion.
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