On 25–27 August 2026, PTAK EXPO will host the next edition of Trends Expo – an event that has become a key platform for business matchmaking, knowledge-sharing and development for the entire fashion sector. The trade fair attracts professionals from Poland and abroad, offering a space to showcase collections, build business relationships and gain up-to-date knowledge of the fashion market.
Trends Expo has grown to become the largest trade fair for the clothing industry in Europe, and its location at the PTAK Wholesale Centre in Rzgów reinforces the practical nature of the event. This is a place where the clothing trade operates on a daily basis, which translates into exceptionally effective meetings between exhibitors and buyers.
International scale and a growing number of participants
Previous editions of Trends Expo have attracted over 407 exhibitors from 35 countries, with visitor numbers exceeding 8,327 industry professionals. The figures show a clear increase in interest in the event – the first edition was attended by 4,429 visitors from Poland, whilst the second attracted 5,838, representing a 32 per cent increase. The number of international participants rose from 1,898 to 2,489, an increase of 31 per cent.
The visitor mix remains stable: around 70 per cent are representatives of the Polish market, and 30 per cent are international visitors. This proportion confirms both the local strength of the industry and its international connections.
The full spectrum of the fashion industry
Trends Expo covers all key market segments: women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, lingerie, sportswear, footwear, fashion accessories and other accessories. The event has also been expanded to include solutions supporting modern retail – specialised packaging, logistics and e-commerce tools.
The exhibitor profile reflects the actual market structure. Clothing and lingerie manufacturers, importers, brand distributors, companies offering footwear and leather goods, suppliers of accessories, packaging and skincare products, as well as businesses supporting online sales, are all presenting their collections. Visitors include boutique owners, buyers, retail chain managers, wholesalers, distributors, purchasing agents and those selling via live streams and social media.
Industry congress and educational zones
An integral part of the event is the Apparel & Fashion Congress 2026 – a forum for knowledge exchange where experts discuss current trends, innovations, sales models and development directions for clothing companies. The congress programme includes presentations by industry practitioners, market analyses and demonstrations of business support tools.
Participants can make use of two educational zones. The Start-Up Academy has been designed for those planning to launch their own clothing brand, whilst the eButik Academy supports entrepreneurs looking to grow their online sales. The first 200 participants will receive free access to the eButik Academy, worth 1,000 zł.
Sourcing, expertise and real-world business processes
Trends Expo brings together the three most important elements of the industry’s development: product, sourcing and knowledge. Exhibitors have the opportunity to present their collections to professional buyers, whilst shop owners can compare offers from hundreds of companies and prepare their product range for the coming season. Thanks to its location at the PTAK Wholesale Centre, the trade fair takes place right at the heart of the day-to-day clothing trade, which enhances its effectiveness and practical nature.
For more information, visit: https://expotrends.eu.
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