Exploring the fashion future at Fashion InStyle this April in Hong Kong
In a world where fashion is no longer just about how things look, but how they feel, function, and evolve, this is where tomorrow’s style is being built today.
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Fashion InStyle 2026 will be held from April 27 to 30 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Building on last year’s momentum, Next@Fashion InStyle will once again lead the charge – showcasing how next-gen materials are transforming the industry, driving sustainability, and reshaping what fashion can be.
As one of Asia’s leading fashion events, Fashion InStyle brings together hundreds of global exhibitors across specialised zones. Covering textiles, fashion technology, sustainability solutions, etc, creates a comprehensive one-stop sourcing platform for the entire fashion supply chain.
Throughout the event, a series of fashion parades will reveal the season’s most forward-thinking designs and material breakthroughs. Alongside, a lineup of seminars and networking sessions will dive deep into the topics defining tomorrow, such as sustainability, innovative technologies, and fashion trends, giving you the insights and connections to lead what’s next.
Next@Fashion InStyle: Continuing the revolution, co-exploring material potential
The Next@Fashion InStyle exhibition zone continues to be funded by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Hong Kong SAR Government, and the Philippines is the featured partner. It is empowered by the Philippine Trade and Investment Center – Hong Kong (PTIC) and the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM). This collaboration brings together over 20 elite Philippine suppliers, highlighting the nation’s unique advantages and core competencies in the global fashion arena. In collaboration with approximately 60 exhibitors from various countries and regions, we are jointly building this textile trade platform that integrates a global perspective with local craftsmanship.
We are honoured to have Self-Portrait’s founder and creative director, Han Chong, as the ambassador again. Centred around three key themes – cultural and heritage, sustainability, and technology and functionality – the zone features collaborative projects that demonstrate the boundless potential of diverse materials. Professional seminars will also delve into the application of trends in eco-fashion and innovative textiles, building an industry-leading platform for knowledge exchange.
Local design units: A trio of culture, sustainability and technology
Next@Fashion InStyle is collaborating with internationally renowned designers and local design talent. Han Chong joins forces with six burgeoning Hong Kong designers and brands. Utilising forward-looking materials sourced from eight global suppliers, they have crafted five cross-disciplinary projects that deliver a ‘fashion shock’ through craftsmanship, material interpretation, and diverse patchwork:
- Sustainable Fabric × Toki Wong and Lusana Xu – for the first time, 100 per cent biodegradable and thermally AlgaFila is introduced into padding designs, interwoven with the ultra-resilient and elastic breakthrough fibre Nanoflex. Technological innovation in dyeing breaks limitations to present vibrant, sustainable fashion.
- Denim Fabric × Jason Ying – Silky Tencel denim is patched with knit accessories. The sensory collision of contrasting textures optimises the wearing experience, interpreting a sophisticated style that balances fluidity with eco-responsibility.
- Self-Developed Fabric × Ponder.er – this experimental presentation utilises several self-developed innovative fabrics. By reconstructing fibre structures and textures, it explores the infinite expressiveness and application potential of next-generation materials in fashion design.
- Everyday Fabric × Wilsonkaki – combining diverse all-natural textiles with mycelium fibres and the world’s lightest H2 material, this project pioneers ‘trim-to-fabric’ reversal and collage techniques to create a sensory-breaking material trial.
- Traditional Craft Fabric × Tigerstrolling – merging intangible cultural heritage Song brocade with denim and local Hong Kong elements, it overcomes the production and application limitations of traditional crafts. Balancing ruggedness and refinement, it achieves a contemporary evolution of heritage transformation and local aesthetics.
Five lifestyle exhibitions held simultaneously
Fashion InStyle will take place alongside Home InStyle, the Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair, the Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair, and DeLuxe PrintPack Hong Kong, engaging in seamless cross-industry sourcing and maximising cross-industry synergy.
To further support buyers, Fashion InStyle will continue to adopt the ‘Exhibition+’ hybrid model, with services running from April 20 to May 7. Seamlessly integrating online and offline sourcing, buyers can discover products and services not only at the physical fair but also through the Click2Match smart business-matching platform and hktdc.com Sourcing.
During the exhibition, the HKTDC Marketplace App’s ‘Scan2Match’ function enables buyers to scan exhibitors’ unique QR codes, save their preferred suppliers, access product details, and continue online discussions both during and after the event – ensuring seamless and efficient follow-ups anytime, anywhere.
The HKTDC has also partnered with the Hong Kong Tourism Board and local enterprises to provide exclusive buyer privileges. These offers include dining, air tickets, and hotels, enabling buyers to enjoy Hong Kong’s unique charm while attending the fairs. For details, please refer to the fair’s official website. Join Fashion InStyle to explore the future of fashion, embrace the storm of transformation, and redefine the material frontier.
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