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28/08/2026

Fabrics that sense heat, humidity, and movement, then adjust before you even feel the shift. Climate-responsive textiles are one of the clearest signals we’re seeing from developers this season. From phase-change fibers to moisture-reactive knits, adaptive comfort is no longer just an outdoor story, it’s showing up in workwear and everyday performance pieces too. Have you tested a climate-responsive fabric in your latest collection?

27/08/2026

Ever wondered what’s really happening inside a high-performance shell jacket?

We’re cutting one in half to show you.
Introducing the Garment Tech Forum, new at PERFORMANCE DAYS this October. A dedicated space in Hall A6 where you’ll find benchmark garment construction from leading manufacturers, organized across 5 categories: Construction, Seams & Bonding, Adjustments, Branding, and Wearables & Specials.
The centerpiece? A shell jacket split down the middle, revealing every layer of its internal build. Scan the QR code on each mock-up to connect straight to the manufacturer behind it.

07/08/2026

Material spotlight: Grown, not manufactured.   The next wave of performance textile materials isn’t being manufactured in the traditional sense, it’s being biofabricated.   Mycelium-based leather alternatives develop from fungal networks in a matter of weeks before being processed into durable material. Orange peel byproducts are being transformed into cellulose-based fibers with a silk-like feel. Algae-derived fibers are further out, still working through the challenges of scaling for commercial production.   This isn’t a sustainability tagline, it’s material science exploring new feedstocks and new production processes, each at a different stage of maturity.   Swipe through for a primer on what these materials are, how they’re made, and where each one still needs to prove itself before it’s ready for large-scale sourcing.   Save this for your next sourcing conversation. See you October 13–14!

04/08/2026

Free entry for your whole team. Yes, really.

This October, bring your junior to PERFORMANCE DAYS and give them what no catalog or digital meeting ever could: two days of hands-on fabric knowledge, trend insight and industry contacts.

• 500+ exhibitors, thousands of materials to touch and compare
• Trend Forum + seasonal color card + Focus Topic “Biobased Materials, from fiber to fabric”
• Free Expert Talks, Workshops & Guided Tours
• A network that’ll last their whole career

No budget discussion needed, entry is free.
Messe München, October 13–14, 2026
Register your team for free now!

23/07/2026

Natural fibers aren’t the “traditional” choice at a functional fabric fair but they’re one of the smartest.
Wool regulates temperature and resists odor without a single chemical finish. Cotton and linen breathe in ways synthetics still try to engineer their way toward. And at end of life, they biodegrade instead of shedding microplastics for decades.
Performance doesn’t always mean lab-made. Sometimes it means paying attention to what’s been working for centuries.

16/07/2026

When temperatures rise, so do demands.
We expect functional apparel to stay fresh longer, through sport, travel and daily wear. Washing less matters too, saving water and energy while extending a garment’s life. Today’s materials move beyond antimicrobial finishes, using odor-absorbing yarns, bio-inspired solutions and intelligent fibers.
This is the next generation of odor control.

09/07/2026

Learning from our own team, three thousand miles from home.
We crossed the Atlantic to spend the day with our New York team at Functional Fabric Fair powered by PERFORMANCE DAYS. Watching them in action, from setup to the final conversation on the floor, sparked plenty of inspiration to bring home.
See you in Munich this October, 13 - 14!

06/07/2026

The lineup keeps growing.

This October, PERFORMANCE DAYS once again brings together companies from across the global functional textile industry. Get a preview of some of the exhibitors already confirmed and start planning the conversations, discoveries and connections you’ll make at the fair.

See you in Munich on October 13–14.

01/07/2026

Where do you get your inspiration for new fabrics and materials?

In our industry, inspiration comes from many different sources. Some professionals discover new ideas at trade shows and events, others stay ahead through industry publications, supplier partnerships, or insights gained while travelling.

Every approach brings a different perspective to material innovation and product development.
What works best for you?

Vote in our poll and tell us in the comments why that’s your preferred source of inspiration.

ProductDevelopment

25/06/2026

Algae, mycelium, and wood pulp are showing up in performance apparel!  Bio-based fibers are moving beyond the concept stage. In 2026, material managers and product developers are increasingly fielding requests for alternatives that combine performance with a verifiable low-impact profile.  Here’s what’s gaining traction:  Algae-derived yarns, natural UV resistance + moisture management, no arable land required; Mycelium composites, lightweight, renewable, increasingly relevant in insulation and padding; Closed-loop Lyocell (including bamboo variants), proven moisture control + strength, scalable supply chain.  The honest reality: most bio-based materials still come with tradeoffs in durability, cost, and certification coverage. But the gap is closing, and the mills that start sourcing relationships now will be better positioned when brand mandates arrive.  Which bio-based material are you watching most closely right now? Let us know in the comments!  

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Messe München Hall C1 + C2
Munich
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Mittwoch	09:00 - 19:00
Donnerstag	09:00 - 18:00
Freitag	09:00 - 18:00

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