07/11/2019 – More chic for China, but make it sustainable
25th Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics
The fair sent out a clear message to Germany and Europe: Get ready for China’s insatiable demand for sustainable, high-quality fabrics, apparel and fashion.
The Shanghai skyline © Hans-Werner Oertel
On its way to becoming the world leader, China has already seen its middle class balloon to more than 100 million people with high consumer expectations. © Oertel
The Shanghai skyline © Hans-Werner Oertel
Of the 50 annual events taking place within the Texpertise Network, Intertextile is considered by Detlef Braun, Board Member at Messe Frankfurt, as one of the most important. He has announced that nine textiles fairs will be taking place in China in 2020. © Oertel