The UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT) will lead a delegation of 29 British textile companies to Première Vision Paris, taking place from 16–18 September 2025 at Paris Nord Villepinte. The showcase will highlight the UK’s latest Autumn/Winter 2026–27 collections, including luxury fabrics, prints, embroidery and innovative sustainable solutions.
Supported by the Worshipful Company of Clothworkers, UKFT’s presentation celebrates the heritage, quality and creativity that define British textiles. From historic mills in West Yorkshire, Lancashire, Manchester and the Scottish Borders to modern design studios, the UK continues to blend tradition with forward-thinking innovation.
A Diverse Line-Up of Exhibitors
This season’s UK group includes renowned mills and merchants such as British Millerain, Denholme Velvets, Escorial, Halley Stevensons, Henry Bertrand, John Foster, Joshua Ellis, Kynoch of Scotland, Laurent Garigue, Liberty Fabrics, Standeven Fabrics, and William Halstead.
The design community will be represented by Amanda Kelly, Bella Tela, Cats Brothers, Hand & Lock Embroidery, Kate Lewis, Mr Grieves Original, Paul Vogel Design, Richard Quinn Studio, Sourced Vintage Studio, Susanna Samson Design, Vintage Labels, Weavabel, and Woven Studio, showcasing print, embroidery, and surface design expertise.
Innovators include Colorfix, presenting its biological dyeing process that replaces harmful chemicals, and Potterton Books, offering rare and out-of-print titles for textile inspiration.
Showcasing British Excellence
Visitors to stand 6G14 will discover a wide selection of samples and a new UKFT film, “UK Fashion & Textiles: It’s what we’re made of”, which tells the story of British style through the lens of innovation, responsibility and craftsmanship.
Daniel Connolly, Senior Executive at UKFT, said:
“The UK textile industry brings together a rich heritage of craftsmanship and design. From the weaving traditions of long-established mills to contemporary embellishment techniques and new sustainable innovations, it’s a sector that blends history with creativity. This season at Première Vision, we’re proud to share the breadth of British creativity and craftsmanship, offering buyers from around the world something genuinely special.”
