Meet the largest brands in one location

Buyers with real purchasing power from the top UK and European retailers attend Source Fashion to meet international garment manufacturers and sourcing partners.
This is where buyers compare suppliers, review capabilities and decide who they will source from next.

The UK has always been recognised as a centre for excellence in fabrics and textiles. Furthermore, the UK is one of the leaders in drawing attention to ethical manufacturing. Small clothing firms proudly take their place next to global brands at Source Fashion. In the UK, there is space for all, and for those looking to manufacture close to home, every company in this space is a must see.

India is a global fashion powerhouse, known for its wide manufacturing capabilities, skilled workforce and strong textile heritage.

Indian exhibitors combine apparel production, fabrics and sustainability initiatives to meet the evolving needs of international buyers.

China is one of the world’s largest clothing manufacturing hubs, offering advanced factories, efficient supply chains and large-scale production capacity for the apparel Manufacturing at Global Scale.

Chinese exhibitors at Source Fashion connect with UK and EU buyers seeking reliable, export-ready partners with increasing focus on sustainability, compliance and innovation.

Italy has always been at the forefront of the fashion world. Now, with the industry’s focus on sustainability, Italy is once again taking the lead. With a focus on the entire spectrum of clothing manufacture, from cloth to cut, Italy has plenty of style to offer fashion buyers, sourcing directors - and customers!

Bangladesh is an early adopter of sustainable fashion practices. Additionally, the country’s proud history as a high-quality textile producer and clothing manufacturer ideally places Bangladesh to be a fashion supplier of the future.

Egypt is internationally recognised for its high-quality cotton and growing strength in vertically integrated apparel manufacturing.

Egyptian exhibitors at Source Fashion offer UK and European buyers access to cotton-based garments, knitwear and responsibly produced collections, supported by export-focused factories and improving sustainability standards.

The UAE is a highly sophisticated fashion destination, and one that is increasingly placing slow fashion at the centre of its clothing Industry.

There will be numerous exhibitors from Pakistan at Source Fashion. With the country’s experience in working with large global clothing brands already, Pakistan has a lot to offer buyers and sourcing directors.

North Macedonia is a fashion and clothing manufacturing giant, despite being a small country of two million people. This country has some of the most fair and ethical environmental and labour conditions in the world.

Jordan’s textile and leather industry is deeply woven into the country’s national identity. The country’s textile industry is also seen as a huge growth driver for the country and an essential pillar of the economy. Jordan is renowned across the world for its high quality leather and fabrics.

Portugal has been in the textile trade for many years and is well known for their skilled workforce that specialises in producing high-quality garments. It is a popular area for UK and EU retailers to source from due to its close proximity. Portuguese garment manufacturers are also known to champion ethical and sustainable production methods. Overall, Portugal offers a great nearshore sourcing option for many brands and retailers.

Uzbekistan is currently one of the fashion’s world’s best kept secrets, but it won’t remain that way for long. Already the world’s third biggest producer of silk, Uzbekistan is also positioning its textile industry at the centre of its export strategy.... with no import taxes to the UK, all buyers and sourcing professionals should be looking closer at Uzbekistan.

Turkey has a proud legacy of supplying high quality and well manufactured clothes to the UK and EU. With Turkey’s unique combination of craftsmanship, honed over centuries, and modern production techniques, harnessing the power of technology, the country occupies a unique space in the global fashion industry.

Peru is the primary producer of alpaca wool in the world. This luxury fabric, an alternative to cashmere, is in much demand. Manufacturers and fabric producers in Peru work in an exceptionally sustainable way.  The entire alpaca wool supply chain is situated within the borders of Peru, meaning complete transparency on everything from animal welfare to chemicals used in the dying processes.

Madagascar has reinvigorated its clothing and textile garment industry in recent years. And this time, it has threaded sustainability practices throughout its entire supply chain.