The fashion industry is constantly evolving, with a packed calendar of events that bring together designers, buyers, journalists, and fashion enthusiasts from around the globe. From glamorous runway shows to essential trade fairs, these events are the lifeblood of the industry, setting trends and shaping the future of fashion. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring fashionista, staying informed about these key events is crucial. Here's your ultimate guide to the most significant fashion weeks, trade shows, and fabric exhibitions in 2024. Mark your calendars and get ready to be inspired!
January
January 9-13: Pitti Uomo (Florence, Italy)
Renowned for its menswear collections, Pitti Uomo is held biannually in Florence.
Website: Pitti Uomo
January 10-13: Heimtextil (Frankfurt, Germany)
The largest international trade fair for home and contract textiles.
Website: Heimtextil.
January 15-19: Paris Fashion Week Men's
A premier event showcasing the latest men's fashion trends from top designers in Paris.
Website: Paris Fashion Week Men's
January 17-21: Berlin Fashion Week
A platform for contemporary fashion and sustainable innovations held in Berlin.
Website: Berlin Fashion Week
February:
February 5-8: Première Vision (Paris, France)
A key event for materials and services for fashion design, including fabrics, leather, designs, and accessories.
February 8-15: New York Fashion Week
One of the "Big Four" fashion weeks, showcasing American designers' collections in New York.
Website: New York Fashion Week
February 10-13: Texworld USA (New York, USA)
An international trade show for apparel fabric and sourcing.
Website: Texworld USA
February 16-20: London Fashion Week
A key event in the global fashion calendar, featuring British and international designers.
Website: London Fashion Week
February 21-27: Milan Fashion Week
Known for its luxury and sophistication, featuring top Italian designers.
March:
March 16-20: Tokyo Fashion Week
Showcasing cutting-edge fashion from Japanese and international designers.
March 19-21: Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics (Shanghai, China)
One of the largest fabric trade shows in the world, featuring a wide range of apparel fabrics and accessories.
March 22-27: Seoul Fashion Week
Celebrating contemporary Korean fashion and street style.
Website: Seoul Fashion Week
March 28 - April 3: Shanghai Fashion Week
A major event highlighting China's fashion industry and emerging designers.
Website: Shanghai Fashion Week
April:
April 1-8: Melbourne Fashion Festival
A consumer-focused event offering runway shows, workshops, and more in Melbourne.
Website: Melbourne Fashion Festival
April 9-13: São Paulo Fashion Week
The largest fashion event in Latin America, showcasing Brazilian designers.
Website: São Paulo Fashion Week
April 17-21: Istanbul Fashion Week
Bringing together Turkish and international designers in Istanbul.
Website: Istanbul Fashion Week
May:
May 6: The Met Gala (New York)
A fundraising gala for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, known for its high fashion and celebrity attendees.
May 10-14: Sydney Fashion Week
Australia's premier fashion event, featuring local and international designers.
Website: Sydney Fashion Week
May 14-16: Techtextil (Frankfurt, Germany)
An international trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens.
May 14-25: Cannes Film Festival
Known for its glamorous red carpet fashion, held annually in Cannes, France.
June:
June 12-16: Cape Town Fashion Week
Highlighting South African fashion and emerging designers.
June 27 - July 2: Madrid Fashion Week
Showcasing Spanish designers and fashion trends in Madrid.
July:
July 2-4: Premiere Vision Paris
Autumn/Winter 25-26 Sourcing Event
July 1-5: Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week
Featuring exclusive haute couture collections from top designers in Paris.
Website: Paris Haute Couture Fashion
July 7-9: SpinExpo (New York, USA)
A leading trade show for yarns, fibers, and knitwear.
Website: SpinExpo
July 11-17: Miami Swim Week
The largest swimwear fashion event in the world, held in Miami.
Website: Miami Swim Week
August:
August 7-11: Copenhagen Fashion Week
Known for its focus on sustainability and innovative designs.
Website: Copenhagen Fashion Week
August 26-31: Vancouver Fashion Week
Showcasing emerging and established designers from around the world in Vancouver.
Website: Vancouver Fashion Week
September:
September 5-12: New York Fashion Week
One of the major fashion weeks, showcasing the latest trends and designers in New York.
Website: New York Fashion Week
September 13-17: London Fashion Week
Featuring a mix of established and emerging designers in London.
Website: London Fashion Week
September 18-20: Lineapelle (Milan, Italy)
An international exhibition of leather, accessories, components, fabrics, synthetics, and models for footwear, leather goods, garments, and furniture.
Website: Lineapelle
September 18-24: Milan Fashion Week
Renowned for its high-end fashion and luxury brands.
September 25-27: Munich Fabric Start (Munich, Germany)
A leading international trade fair for fabrics and accessories.
Website: Munich Fabric Start
October:
October 1-3: Interfilière (Paris, France)
The leading international trade show for intimates, swimwear, and performance sourcing.
Website: Interfilière
October 1-8: Paris Fashion Week
A major event in the fashion calendar, showcasing top global designers in Paris.
October 15-19: São Paulo Fashion Week
Featuring Brazilian fashion and design talent.
Website: São Paulo Fashion Week
October 18-22: Tokyo Fashion Week
Highlighting innovative fashion from Japan and beyond.
November:
November 4-10: Los Angeles Fashion Week
Celebrating fashion and culture in Los Angeles.
Website: Los Angeles Fashion Week
November 6-8: Denim Première Vision (Milan, Italy)
A leading trade show dedicated to the denim industry.
November 6-10: Dubai Fashion Week
Showcasing Middle Eastern fashion and international designers in Dubai.
Website: Dubai Fashion Week
November 20-24: Singapore Fashion Week
Featuring Asian and international
Website: Seafashionweek.com For an even more in-depth listing, visit our Calendar page here
If you are interested in connecting with conscious fashion professionals who share your values, why not join the community of ifd Insiders at www.insider.insidefashiondesign.com
