Trade show season is almost here. From London and Birmingham to Paris, Copenhagen and Madrid, these are the key fashion buying events worth pencilling into your diary for January and February, with the travel and stay details you’ll want to know before you book…
TOP DRAWER
WHEN: 11–13 January
WHERE: Olympia London
WHY VISIT: Kicking-starting 2026 buying season, Top Drawer will unveil a vast selection of design- led products across homewares, gifts, greetings cards, fashion accessories, wellbeing products and children’s toys. This season’s theme, Fast FWD To Design, reflects its mission to help retailers move into the new year with desirable products, strong supplier connections and invaluable business knowledge.
SHOW EXTRAS: Top Drawer’s partnership with The Better Trends Co. continues for 2026, offering buyers decoded trend forecasts, interactive installations, talks and curated product edits throughout the show. Visitors will also be able to discover new-to-market brands in Top Drawer’s Launchpad area as well as talks, panels and masterclasses at platforms Retail Revealed Live and the Business Hub. Finally, its new Social Studio promises hands-on workshops, clinics and one-to-one mentoring to strengthen social presence and leverage multi-channel opportunities.
TRAVEL: Arrive via Overground at Kensington Olympia (Monday–Friday via West Brompton; weekends from Earl’s Court). Alternatively, change at Shepherd’s Bush for a two-minute Overground to Olympia, or alight at Barons Court for a 10-minute walk to the venue.
STAY: Premier Inn London Hammersmith (from £51 per night; premierinn.com)
ENTRY: Free; register at topdrawer.co.uk
WHO’S NEXT
WHEN: 17–19 January
WHERE: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Paris
WHY VISIT: Offering a extensive showcase of international fashion brands, Who’s Next attracts over 45,000 visitors each season with its exciting exhibitor line-up, catwalk shows and educational content schedule. Visitors can also source sustainable brands, textiles and solutions at its dedicated Impact and Neonyt Paris events, business innovations at Traffic and jewellery pieces at Bijorhca.
TRAVEL: Take the Eurostar from London to Paris Garde du Nord or fly into Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports direct from Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stanstead, Manchester, Bristol, Edinburgh and Glasgow. STAY: Motel One Paris Porte de Versailles (from £214 per night, bookings.motel-one.com)
ENTRY: €55 or €70 on the door; register at whosnext.com
INDX WOMAN
WHEN: 25–27 January
WHERE: Cranmore Park, Birmingham
KEY EXHIBITORS: French Connection, Bestseller Lily & Me, Joe Browns, Fransa, b.young, Joules, Betty & Co, Alice Collins, Soya Concept, Guess and Godske Group.
WHY VISIT: INDX Woman is part of a portfolio of trade shows run by Associated Independent Stores (AIS), which all take place Cranmore Park. The show is designed by buyers for buyers, with industry expertise and market insight shaping its exhibitor line-up. Expect a commercially focused product showcase of key brands and new talent across fashion, footwear and accessories, with every exhibitor specifically chosen to help drive retail success.
SHOW EXTRAS: Returning for the second season, BDA London will present an interactive guide on the season’s biggest trends, with product picks available from the show floor. Visitors also benefit from on-site parking, refreshments and show guides, as well as access to an after-hours networking social at The Loft Bar and Eatery.
TRAVEL: Cranmore Park is close to major road and rail links and is located seven miles away from Birmingham International Airport and train station. STAY: The Regency Hotel (from £50 per night; exclusive rates available across a range of nearby hotels and b&bs via indxshows.co.uk/hotels).
ENTRY: Free; register at indxshows.co.uk
WONDERLAND
WHEN: 25–27 January
WHERE: Sheraton Grand London Park Lane
KEY EXHIBITORS: Aubade, Chantelle, Empreinte, Fantasie, Freya, Lise Charmel, Marie Jo, Oscalito, Girlfriend Collective and Wolford.
WHY VISIT: Now in its fifth season, Wonderland is London’s largest trade show dedicated to lingerie, nightwear and swimwear. For AW26, the event will bring together a thoughtfully curated line-up of established and emerging labels from the UK, Europe, USA and Australia against the hotel’s opulent 1920’s Art Deco backdrop.
SHOW EXTRAS: Some of Wonderland’s best loved features return this season, including the Buyer’s Library, a calm space for reviewing look books and product finds, plus Soak Wash cocktail afternoons and the complimentary Buyer’s Lunch on Lisca. The show also continues its collaboration with Curve New York, supporting British brands hoping to gain international visibility.
TRAVEL: The show is a short walk from Green Park station and within easy reach of major central London transport links, taxis and bus routes.
STAY: Rooms are available on-site at the Sheraton Grand (from £351 per night, hotels.com); additional central London hotels are within walking distance.
ENTRY: Free; register at wonderlandshow.co.uk
CIFF
WHEN: 27 – 29 January
WHERE: Bella Center, Copenhagen
WHY VISIT: CIFF is one of Northern Europe’s most influential fashion trade platforms, bringing together around 1,000 established labels and emerging designers across womenswear, menswear, childrenswear, footwear and accessories. With a notable Scandinavian brand presence and a broad international reach, it offers buyers a design-led, carefully curated exhibitor line-up supported by trend insight, sustainability initiatives and creative programming. The show spans around 20,000 square metres of showroom space, alongside CIFF Village, which houses almost 500 brands in permanent residence. For buyers, it’s an opportunity to discover directional collections, meet new suppliers and gain a clear snapshot of the season ahead.
TRAVEL: Direct flights to Copenhagen available from Gatwick, Heathrow, Stanstead, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Edinburgh.
STAY: AC Hotel Bella Sky Copenhagen (from £93 per night, marriot.com)
TICKETS: free; register at ciff.dk
HARROGATE FASHION WEEK
WHEN: 1-3 February
WHERE: Harrogate Convention Centre, Harrogate
KEY EXHIBITORS: Dolcezza, Carol C Collections, Jessica Graaf, Alice Collins, YAYA, Rino & Pelle, Godske Group, Olsen, Level One Showroom and Barbara Lebek.
WHY VISIT: Set in the centre of the picturesque spa town, Harrogate Fashion Week (HFW) is renowned for its relaxed pace, friendly atmosphere and inspiring brand mix. This season will present a line-up of around 250 womenswear collections across four halls – from tried and tested favourites to fresh and inspiring finds. There’s also a range of exciting new signings for AW26, including Dea Kudibal, Vero Moda, Summum and Woden.
SHOW EXTRAS: The HFW Fashion Bar hosts two daily happy hours, serving free coffee and pastries in the morning and a glass of fizz in the afternoons. Its popular Sunday night post-show party will also return this season offering drinks, canapés and live music.
TRAVEL: Arrive by train via Leeds or York (see harrogatefashionweek.com/visit for LNER discounts); drive and park in the venue’s underground carpark (fees apply); or fly into Leeds Bradford Airport, located 25 minutes away by car.
STAY: The Harrogate Inn (from £85, special rates available through Mice Concierge, miceconciergeme. com/hfwf26).
ENTRY: Free; register at harrogatefashionweek.com
FASHION AT SPRING FAIR
WHEN: 1-4 February
WHERE: NEC Birmingham
KEY EXHIBITORS: Urban Bliss, Lighthouse Clothing, Nina Murati, Decollage, Isle & Stars, Luella, Scream Pretty, Lily Charmed and Eloise London. WHY VISIT: Fashion at Spring Fair is the show’s new dedicated area for womenswear buyers created in direct response to visitor feedback. Organisers promise an immersive, future-focused buying experience combining trends, creativity and retail strategy. Buyers can expect both new and established exhibitors across clothing, accessories and jewellery as well as access to fresh finds via its New Business Pavilion. Visitors also have access to the rest of Spring Fair, offering thousands of lifestyle products and gifts under one roof.
SHOW EXTRAS: At the heart of the fashion area is the new Style Atelier hosted by Caryn Franklin MBE. Buyers will be given exclusive access to live trend forecasting, styling masterclasses, keynote interviews, curated showcases and creative encounters that elevate the traditional trade show experience. Elsewhere in the show, organisers promise a full schedule of educational content covering new-season inspiration and business insights, all designed to spark ideas, inspire buying decisions, and support professional growth.
TRAVEL: Step off the train at Birmingham International Railway Station and enter the venue via a short indoor walkway; park for free and take the shuttle service to the show; or fly directly into Birmingham Airport, located next to the NEC complex, and enter on foot.
STAY: Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel (from £195 per night hilton.com)
ENTRY: Free; register at springfair.com
TEXWORLD PARIS
WHEN: 2–4 February
WHERE: Le Bourget Exhibition Centre, Paris
WHY VISIT: One of Europe’s biggest trade shows for garment and textiles sourcing, Texworld showcases over 1,000 international exhibitors from over 30 countries. This season’s event combines four separate shows, offering everything from ready-to-wear clothing and accessories to innovative textiles, trims and accessories.
SHOW EXTRAS: Visitors can also attend insightful conferences, a trends forum and Econogy Talks focused on sustainability- related topics, offering a comprehensive, forward- looking view of the supply chain and season ahead.
STAY: Organisers have officially partnered with Revolugo, a specialized travel agency, to offer discounts on accommodation during the event (find out more via texworld-paris.fr.messefrankfurt.com/paris/en/visit-le-bourget.html).
ENTRY: Free for trade visitors; register at texworld-paris.fr.messefrankfurt.com/
MOMAD
WHEN: 5–7 February
WHERE: IFEMA Madrid
WHY VISIT: As Spain’s leading trade show for fashion, footwear and accessories, Momad brings together over 300 brands from around the globe. The show offers a curated mix of established labels and fresh talent, highlighting the creativity, quality and international vision of Spanish fashion. With sustainability and circularity at the heart of the show, it presents a forward- looking view of trends while giving buyers a clear, commercial perspective on the season ahead. The event also coincides with Bisutex, expanding its showcase to fashion jewellery and accessories.
SHOW EXTRAS: The Momad Catwalk returns this season with a packed programme of runway shows and presentations. Meanwhile, Momad Talents by ISEM spotlights emerging designers and the Conscious Boutique space showcases sustainable and low-impact fashion from brands leading the way in responsible production.
TRAVEL: Direct flights to Madrid Barajas Airport, located 15 minutes from the venue, from London, Luton, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester and Edinburgh.
STAY: Novotel Campo De Las Naciones (from £154 per night, booking.com)
ENTRY: Free; register at momad.es
INDX NATIONAL INTIMATE APPAREL SHOW
WHEN: 8-10 February
WHERE: Cranmore Park, Solihull
KEY EXHIBITORS: Anita, Chantelle, Wacoal, Panache, Pour Moi, Triumph, Sloggi, Cyberjammies, Rigby and Peller, Patricia Eve and Intimates Lingerie. WHY VISIT: Womenswear indies looking to enhance their offer with lingerie, swimwear, nightwear, loungewear, legwear and socks will find hundreds of collections under one roof. Curated by experts at buying group Associated Independent Stores (AIS), the three-day event promises to showcase an inspiring selection of brands – from global names to fresh, emerging talent.
SHOW EXTRAS: Back by popular demand, this season’s edition will feature daily themed catwalk shows to help buyers pinpoint the season’s most promising trends. Attendees can also access free bite-size workshops, led by Pudding Lingerie founder Helen Masters, covering sales, buying and profit-boosting business tips. Lastly, buyers are invited to a Networking Social, sponsored by AIS, taking place on the Sunday evening at Cranmore Park’s hospitality space, The Loft.
TRAVEL: Cranmore Park is close to major road and rail links and is located seven miles away from Birmingham International Airport and train station.
STAY: The Regency Hotel (from £50; exclusive rates available across a range of nearby hotels and b&bs via indxshows.co.uk/hotels).
ENTRY: Free; register at indxshows.co.uk
SCOOP
WHEN: 8-10 February
WHERE: Olympia National, London
KEY EXHIBITORS: Tandem, Transit, Lavi, Lalide à Paris, Good Match, Julia Knight and Jei’s
WHY VISIT: Since its launch 15 years ago, Scoop has grown into one of the industry’s most-loved fashion and lifestyle trade shows. Each season it offers buyers an inspiring product edit set against
a meticulously curated backdrop. First unveiled at the Saatchi Gallery in February 2011, the event has since made London’s Olympia its home, where organisers recreate an art exhibition atmosphere by transforming the hall into a “world of discovery” complete with considered décor, Insta-ready installations and imaginative details.
TRAVEL: Arrive via Overground at Kensington Olympia (Mon – Tues via West Brompton; Sunday from Earl’s Court). Alternatively, change at Shepherd’s Bush for a 2-minute Overground to Olympia, or alight at Barons Court for a 10-minute walk to the venue.
STAY: Hilton Olympia (from £93 per night, hilton. com); Novotel London West (from £94, all.accor.com)
ENTRY: Free; register at scoop-international.com/ page/visitor-registration
MICAM
WHEN: 22-24 February
WHERE: Fiera Milano Rho, Milan
WHY VISIT: Buyers looking for footwear will find the biggest selection in Europe at this super-sized Milan-based trade fair. With over 1,000 exhibitors to browse, there’s a strong focus on Italian brands as well as collections from other key footwear regions such as Spain. Plus, there’s also a dedicated section for Emerging Designers from around the world. Elsewhere, visitors can make the most of their trip by visiting several other shows at the same venue, including Mipel, Milano Fashion & Jewels and The One Milano.
SHOW EXTRAS: Alongside product sourcing, the show will present industry insight from international speakers, daily catwalk shows, new store technologies in its Future of Retail area and emerging footwear materials and components in the Micam X Plaza as part of its Trends and Materials exhibit.
TRAVEL: Direct flights available into Milan Malpensa via Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stanstead, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Edinburgh – with a free shuttle service to the venue and city centre (micam.it/en/shuttles/micam-shuttles).
STAY: UNA Hotels Expo Fiera Milano (from £263 per night unaitalianhospitality.com).
ENTRY: Free; registration opens soon at micam.it/en/get-your-free-ticket/