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IFCO February 2026 Attracts Nearly 30,000 Visitors from 134 Countries
The Istanbul Fashion Connection (IFCO) concluded its ninth edition on February 7, 2026, drawing 29,746 professional visitors and 450 exhibitors at the Istanbul Expo Centre. It showcased apparel segments like womenswear, menswear, kidswear, lingerie, denim, shoes, and accessories, with 38.2% international attendees from the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.
TİM president Mustafa Gültepe highlighted Türkiye’s resilient, design-driven apparel industry poised for global markets.
Core Istanbul Features 22 Prominent Turkish Designers at IFCO
The Core Istanbul showcased collections from established designers like Ă–zlem SĂĽer, Emre ErdemoÄźlu, Mehtap Elaidi, and Ceren Ocak, blending creativity with commercial appeal. An innovative AI-generated ice and snow installation emphasized climate change themes, merging fashion, technology, and storytelling.
It positioned Turkish design strongly on the international stage.
2026 Fashion Trends: True Romance and Lace Dominate
Spring/summer 2026 trends emphasize romantic appeal with lace and silk, confirmed by Chanel's 2026 couture show, extending into warmer months. This softer side counters January's loungewear blur, refreshing wardrobes with optimism.
Romance is set to stay after autumn catwalk shows.
Athletic Aesthetic Evolves with 1980s Vibrant Hues for 2026
Tenniscore shifts to vibrant 1980s-inspired colors beyond pristine whites, redefining the athletic aesthetic for the year. This trend celebrates sportive looks in fashion wardrobes.
It builds on ongoing athletic influences without peaking.
Colour Blocking and Chartreuse Lead 2026 Vibrant Combinations
Vibrant colour blocking features chartreuse alongside modern blue, red, and yellow pops against neutrals. These combinations define 2026 style experiments post-January.
They add enticing modern takes to ensembles.
Fringing Brings Texture and Drama to 2026 Fashion
Fringing abounds for visual intrigue and movement, delighting texture lovers throughout 2026. It creates undeniable drama in motion.
This trend reigns supreme alongside others like romance and athletics.
US Fashion Consumers Prioritize Value Over Trends in 2026 Outlook
The 2026 US Fashion Consumer Outlook reports 66% of consumers prioritize value for money, far above 10% for trendiness, based on a survey of over 1,000. Shoppers shift to intentional, functional, occasion-led purchases amid competition from dining and travel.
Brands should focus on quality, fit technology, and occasion campaigns.
Kiabi CEO Predicts Challenging 2026 Amid Store Rationalization
Kiabi CEO Patrick Stassi forecasts 2026 as undoubtedly challenging, mirroring market trends across 40 markets with store rationalization and rising second-hand, Chinese platforms. The company launches sportswear brand Ekstract and plans 50 new outlets.
Trends reflect broader industry pressures.
IFCO Kids and Linexpo Highlight Sustainable Children's and Lingerie Segments
IFCO Kids drew interest for sustainable, functional children's wear from brands like Incity and Katamino. Debuting Linexpo focused on lingerie sourcing, with exhibitors Monomisse and Elsima gaining buyer attention, reinforcing Türkiye’s strength.
These segments confirmed high-quality traffic.
Fashion Brands Capitalize on Winter Olympics for Winterwear Promotion
Fashion labels turn the Winter Olympics into a global advertising moment for winterwear, as explained by BoF reporters. This strategy leverages the Games for visibility.
It positions brands strongly in sportive fashion narratives.
Gen Z and Alpha Reshape Fashion Licensing with Gaming and Sports
Gen Z and Alpha drive a fashion revolution blending nostalgia, gaming fandom, and sports influences in licensing. This 2026 report uncovers their impact on style and industry landscape.
Passion redefines traditional approaches.
IFCO Fashion Shows Feature Emerging Brands and Craftsmanship
Two-day IFCO Fashion Shows presented collections from Alissa, Carmen, De White’s, Maxra Govanna, and Puane, blending seasonal aesthetics and cultural stories. They honored craftsmanship for buyers and professionals.
Runways provided engaging momentum.