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Textile trade fair turns focus to AI

Under the banner “Texpertise Focus AI”, Messe Frankfurt will place a strong emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI) across its international textile and apparel trade fairs from 2026 onwards, setting a future-shaping signal for the industry. The initiative highlights the responsible use of AI along the entire textile value chain, from fibre production to the point of sale. The programme will launch at Heimtextil in Frankfurt in January 2026.

The visual feast that is Design.Miami

Now in its 21st year, Design.Miami presents an expertly curated visual feast of collectible design galleries, taking the functional pieces we rely on every day — furnishings — and elevating them to the level of art, infusing them with a deeper emotional resonance.

Insider intel for market exhibitors: Maximize buyer visits and conversions

Live webinar reveals declassified strategies top exhibitors use to engage buyers and boost sales

Dallas Market Center announces new Design Resources for January 2026

Dallas Market Center has announced newly opened showrooms, brand additions, and temporary exhibitions and design resources debuting for the January Total Home & Gift Market, taking place January 7–13, 2026.

Call for entries: The Designplus Award powered by Light + Building puts outstanding design solutions in the spotlight

From technical lighting and lighting components to smart building technology and security systems, the Designplus Award powered by Light + Building recognises exceptional innovations and sustainable designs in the fields of lighting, electrical engineering and home and building automation.

ANDMORE Launches “The Market Makers” Podcast 

Hosted by ANDMORE’s CEO, Jon Pertchik, the podcast debuts today with the release of its first episode featuring design icon Thom Filicia. 

Sunbrella puts focus on interiors

The brand, well-known for outdoor performance fabrics, is unveiling its Sunbrella Interiors sub-brand to highlight its interior upholstery fabrics, window treatments and throws. High Point marketgoers can see it all at a new space on the Showplace Walkway.

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WizCommerce launches WizStudio: Photorealistic lifestyle product images, at High Point Market

WizCommerce Launches WizStudio to Deliver Photorealistic Lifestyle Product Images, Saving Time and Cost for Wholesalers and Retailers at High Point Market This Fall

Market Must-Sees: High Point Fall 2025

High Point Market Fall 2025 is upon us. Across the board, brands are leaning into organic silhouettes – sofas with curved frames, tables inspired by river-worn stone, and chairs with winged backs, and tactile surfaces from raffia and rattan to bamboo and bronze.