About Source Fashion

Where the World Comes to Create

Source Fashion is a leading B2B fashion sourcing trade show held at Excel London, connecting fashion brands, retailers and designers with clothing manufacturers, textile suppliers and production partners from around the world.

From fabrics and trims to garment manufacturing and private label production, Source Fashion brings the global fashion supply chain together in one place. Buyers can explore manufacturing capabilities, discover new materials and build valuable relationships with international suppliers.

Connecting global sourcing opportunities. Inspiring the future of fashion.

Why visit Why Exhibit

4,000+

verified fashion buyers actively sourcing

+19

countries represented

+16.3%

attendance growth vs February 2025

Responsibility

We champion responsibility. It’s not just an addition to our show, it is our core value. Beautiful products can be made ethically, so we unite manufacturers practising environmental, transparent, and fair-trade methods, with brands and retailers looking to source sustainably.

Inspiration

Source Fashion is home to inspiration and endless possibilities. The definition of Source is ‘where things originate’, our show is a place where buyers come to discover raw materials, fabrics, trims, packaging, and in-house design services that will bring their new collections to life.

Connection

Our show nourishes meaningful connections. We are passionate about bringing the brightest minds in the industry together by enabling global manufacturers and suppliers to meet with buyers who want the security of knowing every conversation is one that could lead to the creation of a new range.

Highlight Source Fashion July 2026!

Source Fashion returned to Excel London for an incredible three days, bringing together thousands of buyers, brands and retailers to discover the future of responsible fashion sourcing.

Visitors explored an inspiring programme of seminar sessions, expert panels and fireside chats, alongside live trend presentations on the Source Catwalk, highlighting the latest developments in sustainable materials, manufacturing innovation and design.

What is Source Fashion?

Source Fashion is a B2B fashion sourcing trade show held at Excel London, connecting fashion brands, retailers and buyers with global clothing manufacturers, textile suppliers and production partners. The event brings together international sourcing opportunities, manufacturing innovation and industry expertise.

What is a trade show?

A fashion sourcing trade show is a business-to-business event where fashion brands and retailers meet manufacturers, material suppliers and production specialists to discover sourcing opportunities and build commercial partnerships.

At Source Fashion, buyers can explore everything from fabrics and trims to finished garments and private label manufacturing.

Where does the show take place?

Source Fashion takes place at Excel London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL, United Kingdom.

The next edition takes place from 19–21 January 2027.

What does “source” mean in fashion?

In fashion, sourcing means finding, evaluating and selecting manufacturers, materials and suppliers to produce clothing and accessories. The process considers product quality, pricing, manufacturing capabilities, lead times and supply chain requirements.

Learn more in our Source Fashion London Guide | What It Is, Content, Reviews & Contact.