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New York show to spotlight performance knits

By Haydn Davis
2 July 2026

Functional Fabric Fair in New York will bring more than 150 international suppliers together with brands seeking performance and sustainable knit innovations

The event is aimed at brands, product developers and sourcing teams

New York - Functional Fabric Fair by Performance Days returns to the Javits Center in New York City this summer, positioning itself as a key sourcing platform for performance knits, stretch fabrics and sustainable fibre solutions targeting the Spring/Summer 2027–2028 seasons.

The show opens with a dedicated Day 0 Sustainability Workshop on 7 July, followed by two days of exhibition, Expert Talks and networking on 8–9 July.

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