Texhibition Istanbul once again confirmed its role as one of the key international sourcing platforms when it returned on 10-12 September. Hosting 524 exhibitors across five halls, the trade fair attracted 24,148 visitors.
Among those were 7,021 international visitors representing Europe, the Middle East, Asia, North Africa, North America and other regions, underlying the show’s expanding global reach. In comparison to the show’s March 2025 edition, visitor figures increased 6.7% in total; 3.1% for domestic visitors and 16.9% for international visitors.
Commenting is Fatih Bilici, vice president of ITHIB and chairman of the Fair Committee
“Texhibition Istanbul has strengthened its place in the global calendar by increasing international interest every year. It showcases the production power, sustainability vision, and innovative approach of the Turkish textile industry on the world stage.
“As the world’s fifth-largest textile exporter, Türkiye makes a difference in global markets with high-quality woven and knitted fabrics. Texhibition Istanbul has become one of the strongest reflections of this success. This year, once again, it became the meeting point for international buyers.”
Texhibition Istanbul once again highlighted the full spectrum of the textile supply chain across five halls. From knitting in Hall 4, polyester, viscose and acrylic in Halls 5 and 6, cotton, wool, linen, printing and denim in Hall 7, to embroidery, lace, accessories and yarns in Hall 8.
In Hall 7, the Blue Black Denim area stood out as a dynamic showcase of Türkiye’s denim strength. Over 24 brands presented their newest fabrics, sustainable technologies and designs.
The Blue Black Texhibition Trend Area also provided deep insights into the future of denim: experimental surfaces, burnt or melted effects, glossy lacquering, and cyanotype-inspired patterns illustrated how imperfection can evolve into an aesthetic language.
B2B meetings emerged as one of the most vibrant hubs of the fair: around 100 exclusive sessions brought together international buyers and brands, resulting in intensive order placements. Participants travelled from Belgium, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Switzerland, Tunisia, the USA, Vietnam and the UK – including Asos, Burberry, John Lewis, Me+Em and Next.
Innovation Hub, Trends Lab and ReValue Stock Hub
From smart fabrics to advanced material technologies, the Innovation Hub was the place where groundbreaking ideas turned into reality. The space showcased the latest advancements in textile engineering and digital production together with sustainable solutions.
Among the highlights were Colourself Cotton, a self-dyeing cotton that dramatically reduces water and energy consumption; Biodegradable Pleats, elegant, pleated textiles that are fully compostable; striking materials such as Wavy Plush, with its distinctive textured surface; and Vegan Bioglitter, offering sparkle without harmful components.
Meanwhile, the show’s ReValue Stock Hub introduced a forward-looking platform that tackles one of the industry’s most pressing challenges: textile surplus. By showcasing high-quality, leftover fabrics and materials, the hub created new opportunities for designers, brands and manufacturers to integrate existing resources into fresh collections: turning stock into value, and promoting circularity, creativity and responsible sourcing.
Texhibition seminar programme
The Texhibition seminar programme built bridges between creative visions, technological innovation, and sustainable strategies. In the main Texhibition Istanbul series, WGSN trend expert Tamara Cloé Leguía opened with exclusive insights into the a/w 26 trends. Following this were high-profile panels addressing key topics ranging from biomaterials and AI to digitalisation and carbon footprint reduction, as well as financing models.
Additionally, a special highlight this year was the first edition of Zoom on Fashion Trends, where fashion expert Anna Maroncelli provided sharp insights into upcoming style directions and market developments. Contributions from research, craftsmanship and industry – from peace silk to advanced software solutions and investment strategies – showcased the many perspectives shaping the textile industry’s future.
The next edition of Texhibition Istanbul will take place on 4-6 March 2026. For further information, please click here.