- Fourth edition of IFCO, Istanbul Fashion Connection with over 400 exhibitors in 6 halls
- 30,000 visitors from over 100 countries are expected, mainly from the EU, Great Britain, Eastern Europe, CIS, the Middle East, North Africa and the USA
- THE CORE ISTANBUL with top designers and high quality creations will be continued at IFCO
- Special invitation program for buyers
- Successful networking concept in speed dating mode: brands and manufacturers are networked with selected international buyers
From August 9th to 11th, 2023, IFCO, Istanbul Fashion Connection, will be held for the fourth time in Istanbul Expo Center in 6 halls. Europe’s largest fashion fair is organized by ITKIB Fairs, a subsidiary of the Istanbul Apparel Exporters’ Association, the governing body of Turkey’s fashion and apparel industry.
IFCO has developed into a hub for fashion enthusiasts, designers, buyers and trendsetters and has established itself as an important international platform for the global fashion industry. The IFCO unites around 400 exhibitors from all product groups of the clothing and fashion industry under one roof in six clearly structured halls: women’s fashion, men’s fashion, children’s fashion, denim, sportswear, evening and occasion wear, bridal fashion, lingerie, hosiery, leather and fur, shoes and Accessories.
From high quality tailoring to streetwear and sustainable fashion, the fair will showcase a wide range of styles and trends. IFCO Brands showcases market leaders such as İpekyol, Damat, Kiğılı, B&G Store, Lufian, Jakamen, Climber, NaraMaxx, Giovane Gentile and Lee Cooper, who use IFCO to further expand their international network.
At the same time, IFCO offers the opportunity to network with leading Turkish production companies from all sectors. Turkey has a well-developed infrastructure in the textile and clothing industry, which is attractive for both small designer labels and large fashion brands. The manufacturing companies offer a wide range of services including fabric sourcing, pattern making, prototyping, production and quality control. High quality, short delivery times, competitive prices and the possibility of small minimum order quantities complete the attractive offer.
THE CORE ISTANBUL, the section successfully launched at IFCO in February, once again offers a fascinating mix of established and emerging key Turkish designers with their creative and innovative creations. The fashion world has witnessed an amazing development of Turkish designers on the international stage in recent years. With their innovative style, unique craftsmanship and inexhaustible creativity, Turkish designers have gained global recognition and attention.
The Turkish designers from THE CORE ISTANBUL are just a few examples of talented fashion designers who are enjoying great international success. Her collections have been presented on prestigious catwalks such as Paris Fashion Week, London Fashion Week and New York Fashion Week and have been acclaimed by fashion critics and fashion fans alike.
The international successes of Turkish designers are the result of their unique perspective and their ability to combine traditional craftsmanship with modern design. Inspired by Turkey’s rich cultural history and its diverse influences, they create fashion that is both innovative and culturally meaningful.
One focus of the fair will be the topic of sustainability. Ekoteks, the association’s sustainability laboratory, supports the development of sustainable production and will also have a stand at IFCO to present the latest developments. The exhibiting companies in this area will present their innovations.
The extensive supporting program with fashion shows and trend zones inspires visitors with the latest fashion trends and styles, while the seminars and workshops address current topics in the fashion industry such as digital transformation, smart clothing, technical textiles and sustainability.
30,000 visitors from more than 100 countries are expected at the upcoming IFCO, mainly from the EU, the UK, Eastern Europe, the CIS, North Africa, the Middle East and the USA. IFCO will offer special invitation programs for visitors. The show also features networking events such as the B2B Speed Dating, where fashion designers, brands, manufacturers, buyers and industry experts come together to exchange ideas and forge potential business relationships. This important aspect of the fair has helped position Istanbul Fashion Connection as a key meeting place for the fashion industry.