The Javits Convention Centre in New York City will host Texworld NYC, Apparel Sourcing NYC, and Home Textile Sourcing from July 18-20, 2023. The co-located events will include a large exhibition floor, brand-new special feature areas, and an emphasis on innovation and sustainability.
The event, which is well-known for serving as a source of inspiration for designers, buyers, and industry experts, will allow participants to discover the newest fashion textile, clothing, and home trends through selected exhibits and informative seminars. The Texworld Trend Showcase, coordinated by New York-based trend firm DONEGER | TOBE, returns to the exhibition floor, along with a presentation of the Fall/Winter 24-25 themes and an Explore the Floor Tour led by Kai Chow, Creative Director.
Attendees will also get a complementary trend book covering each handpicked component.
The Home Trend Showcases, organized by Nancy Fire, creative director for Nancy Fire Designs, will take home textile-focused participants on a tailored trip through the color, pattern, and material trends for Fall/Winter 24/25. Following her trend presentation, Fire will conduct a guided Home Trendspotting Tour through the four vignettes exhibiting goods from Home Textiles Sourcing exhibitors, according to a news statement from the organizer.
Texworld New York City’s acclaimed educational programs, including Textile Talks and the Lenzing Seminar Series, will return to the summer event as a major arena for the industry to learn and remain up to speed on the newest advancements in textiles and the condition of the trade business. Leading industry leaders from companies including Alice + Olivia and Steve Madden will provide guests with vital insight and practical guidance on how to remain ahead in a fast-changing environment.
Lenzing, a long-standing Texworld New York City partner and key industry player, will return to the upcoming summer event with expanded resources and offerings via the Lenzing Seminar Series and Lenzing Innovation Pavilion, which will showcase a variety of sustainable exhibitors, highlighting their commitment to promoting eco-friendly practises within the industry.
“We are delighted to have Lenzing’s continued support and expertise, which enhances the educational and sustainable aspects of Texworld New York City,” Jennifer Bacon, vice president, of Messe Frankfurt Inc., Fashion + Apparel, said.
“The Lenzing Seminar Series at Texworld New York City exemplifies how Lenzing, a textile industry leader, looks beyond fibre to connect industry leaders.” It is a privilege to bring together brands, mill partners, NGOs, industry leaders, and experts to debate the most pressing and critical issues. From innovation and next-generation solutions to social responsibility and sustainability, these panels are enlightening and inspiring, and we appreciate Messe Frankfurt and our partners’ partnership and assistance in bringing this series to life.” Tori Piscatelli, regional marketing manager for Lenzing, said.
The event will offer expanded networking possibilities and new specialty interactive aspects, such as Sodhani Biotech’s “Dye-It-Yourself” dye workshops, to give visitors an enjoyable and fruitful experience. The sessions, led by creator and CEO Sidhant Sodhani, will provide attendees with both scientific and hands-on expertise in the process of natural dyeing. Printsource and worldwide Footwear Sourcing, as well as Texworld New York City, Apparel Sourcing New York City, and Home Textiles Sourcing, will return to the summer edition, making the event a one-stop-shop for worldwide sourcing.
