LINK FASHION Shanghai Knitting Themed Exhibition

The Shanghai Knitting Theme Exhibition (LINK FASHION) is the annual flagship event of the knitwear and cashmere industries. Bringing together leading knitwear designers and top-tier cashmere manufacturers, it serves as both a premier platform for unveiling the latest seasonal collections and a one-stop sourcing hub for buyers. Covering everything from yarn innovation to apparel trends, from agile supply-chain solutions to brand‑to‑business matchmaking, LINK FASHION sets the benchmark for driving industry direction.

LINK FASHION is an efficient business‑matching and networking platform designed for apparel industry professionals—including brands, distributors and agents, wholesalers and importers/exporters, MCN agencies and e‑commerce platforms, as well as major retail chains—spanning the entire value chain. It aims to seamlessly integrate upstream production resources with downstream end‑user procurement, connecting fashion trends with commercial opportunities to facilitate precise and efficient connections between buyers and suppliers.

Concurrent with the Shanghai Knitting Theme Exhibition, activities such as business‑matching sessions, design competitions, specialized forums, international summits, and trend‑launch events will spark innovative ideas and help the industry accurately anticipate future market dynamics.

LINK FASHION Shanghai Knitting Themed Exhibition tickets are e-tickets. Mainland China visitors must complete online pre-registration with real-name ID verification; overseas visitors must use passport verification; Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan visitors must use their travel permit. On site, verify entry with your ID card or by scanning the e-ticket QR code.

Partial exhibitor directory and exhibitor list for LINK FASHION Shanghai Knitting Themed Exhibition: 嘉兴市鸿祺服饰有限公司, 花里家（杭州）科技有限公司, 中山市宝雅服饰有限公司, 青岛西盟罗盾服饰有限公司, 广州与为服饰有限公司, and others. The 2027 edition is expected to feature 500+ exhibiting companies. To obtain the full exhibitor directory (including booth numbers and contact details), please visit the official exhibition website or contact Jufair.

The Exhibition Value of LINK FASHION Shanghai Knitting Theme Show

• A Flagship Exhibition Platform in China’s Textile and Apparel Industry Certified by UFI: The LINK FASHION apparel exhibition, co-organized by the All-China Federation of Textile and Apparel Industries and Lingshuo Exhibition Group, has successfully obtained UFI (International Association of Exhibitions and Events) accreditation, placing it among the world’s premier trade shows. The event focuses on the entire textile and apparel value chain, encompassing ten major branded exhibitions, including TCE Custom Apparel Show, OUE Professional & Corporate Uniforms Show, ISUE International School & Kindergarten Uniforms Show, GOFE Sports, Fashion & Streetwear Show, EFB Apparel Supply Chain Show, AME Apparel Intelligent Manufacturing Show, and more. It is widely recognized within the industry as a leading indicator of China’s textile and apparel sector development and a strategic platform for companies seeking to expand their markets.
• A One-Stop Showcase Covering the Entire Industry Chain: The exhibition spans ten vertical segments, ranging from custom apparel and professional uniforms to school and kindergarten attire, sportswear, children’s wear, apparel supply chains, new textile materials, denim, e‑commerce, and intelligent manufacturing. From yarns and fabrics to finished garments, from original design to smart production, and from traditional textiles to sustainable materials, exhibitors can seamlessly connect with technology demonstrations, brand exposure, and business negotiations. In 2025, the show will bring together over 1,200 exhibitors across 100,000 square meters of exhibition space, resulting in 4,793 strategic cooperation agreements concluded on-site.
• Precise Connections with National and Global Key Buyers and Industry Chain Resources: The 2025 edition attracted more than 105,000 professional visitors from over 50 countries and regions. Industry cluster delegations were particularly active—Dalong Woolen Sweaters showcased over ten enterprises under the core strengths of “original design + intelligent manufacturing + rapid supply,” engaging approximately 500 buyers; Xintang Denim organized a collective appearance of 14 companies, with innovative products such as “smart thermochromic jeans” and “intangible cultural heritage tie-dye denim shirts” drawing significant attention from international buyers; Zhangcha Knitting will present the “Foshan Zhangcha School Uniform Pavilion” at the 2026 show. Exhibitors gain direct access to China’s most influential distributors, brand owners, and cross-border e‑commerce sellers.
• Unique Value for Chinese Enterprises: A Strategic Engine Linking Industrial Clusters and Brand Globalization: LINK FASHION maintains deep ties with textile and apparel industrial clusters nationwide. Industrial hubs such as Dongguan Dalong (China’s renowned wool sweater town), Guangzhou Xintang (China’s denim capital), and Foshan Zhangcha (China’s knitting mecca) participate collectively as delegation groups, achieving an integrated synergy between industrial clusters and the exhibition platform. Concurrently, the LINK Apparel Innovation Conference hosts senior executives from brands like Bosideng, Anta, and McKinsey, along with industry experts, who share insights on brand strategies, overseas expansion, digital transformation, and other cutting-edge topics. Participating companies can leverage these discussions to anticipate industry trends and seize opportunities for brand upgrading and global market entry.
• A Vanguard for Technological Innovation and Industry Trends: At the show, hot topics include seamless knitting technology enabling “one‑step garment production,” smart thermochromic denim, eco‑friendly paper yarns, AI‑driven design and scheduling software, and automated cutting and hanging systems. The 2025 edition introduces dedicated customization workshops and integrated intelligent manufacturing demonstration zones, showcasing end-to-end smart transformations from design through production. Sustainable fashion has also emerged as a key theme, with Finnish company Spinnova presenting innovations in environmentally friendly materials. Exhibitors can thus gain valuable insights into the industry’s evolving trajectory toward intelligence, green practices, and branding.
• In-Depth Networking Through High‑End Forums and Industry Resources: Concurrently, the LINK Apparel Innovation Conference convenes over 20 prominent apparel brand leaders, award-winning designers, industry experts, and academics to engage in in-depth dialogues on topics such as “brand strategy” and “new retail dynamics.” Notable outcomes include collaborative efforts between academia and industry, exemplified by the Jiaxing University College of Design’s knitwear trend exhibition presented at the venue. The event further features design competitions, fashion runway shows, product launch events, and other diverse activities, integrating exhibitions, contests, evaluations, and awards into a single comprehensive program.
• Shanghai’s Geographical and Industrial Advantages: Held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, the show occupies a prime location in the heart of the Yangtze River Delta—one of China’s most developed textile and apparel regions. The 2026 edition will take place from May 13 to 15, leveraging Shanghai’s strategic position as an international trade hub. As a result, LINK FASHION provides exhibitors with a powerful platform to connect with both domestic and global markets.

Notable exhibitors

• Apparel Customization Sector: Huapin, Lutai, Jiayadi, Beijigou, Yingdilake, Matthew Perry, Yunshijia, Guihe, Hebodi, Guanshan Tingyu, Guose Jiangpin, Luyao Group, Yiliwei, 1881, DRAGO, CAVALLO, MICROTEX, Pagani, Zhuoshe, Huiqing
• Professional Attire & Corporate Uniforms Sector: Shanghai Garment Group, Luohao, Qiaomengsi, Yiwei, Qiaohua, Jianlu, Kaikai Apparel Group, Buhong Apparel, Bolang, Jingchuang Huihuang, Xinhai Workwear, Jinyutang, Lantú Outdoor, Sikailè, Lansheng Tianxia, Chun’ai, Weixiu, Sanyuan Textile, Yizhuo Textile, Darun, Beijing Sikailè (KaiPRO·Hardshell Jacket), Zhejiang Xuefei (3.0 Austrian Modal Shirt), Shandong Rundong (High Flame-Retardant Fabric), Shanghai Qiaodeng (Lightweight Three-in-One Goose Down Jacket)
• School & Kindergarten Uniforms Sector: Tongzhuo de Ni, Samete, atob School Uniforms, QEQ Dingdang Cat, Sanshang, Litai, Xingxinhang, Yue Xinlong, Daxin, Dinguan, Youle, Mingfang, Senlin, Ge’ang, Mamiai
• Sports, Fashion & Trendy Apparel Sector: Juyitang, Zhuoshilin, Liangyou Group, Tianma Sports, Kaileshi, JU ACTIVE (Yaxi), Weiman, Wuhan Aidi, Kaisheng Textile, Tiantaixing, Aisen, Beili Sports, Liguo Sportswear, Jidi Outdoor, Xingshixian STARAY
• Children’s Apparel Sector: Balabala, Xtep Kids, 361° Kids, Nanjing Deruqi, JS Jiangshuo & Shoulder Cloud, Wuxi Aibo, QIUKI KIDS COUTURE, Yishen Yishi, Hunan Dayemaomao, Junwei Infant Products
• Apparel Supply Chain & Knitting Sector: Zhejiang Shengdi’ou Apparel, Zhejiang Dongqi Textile Group, Puyuan Cashmere City, Guangzhou Dashiqi Textile, Guangzhou Chuangqun Apparel, Zhejiang Xin’aidi Apparel Group, Jiangxi Songjin Apparel, Dongguan Chuandian Apparel, Qinghe Chaosi Wool Products, Deqing Jiayu Silk Industry, Jiangsu Zangbei Cashmere Apparel, Foshan Hailanzhi Chain Apparel, Daifei Apparel (Seamless Sweaters), Zhidao Fashion (German STOLL First-Class Finished Garments), Haochen Apparel, Yushengxiang Apparel, Pengyu Apparel, Bojun Apparel, Jiasheng Textile, Zhenkai Hongjuxin Textile (Eco-Friendly Paper Yarn)
• Denim Sector: Huichang, Yuxian, Tesila, Guangzhou Tengyao Textile, Guangzhou Junjin Apparel, Guangzhou Guansheng Apparel
• Smart Manufacturing Sector: Zhongjie, Xinsheng, Chuantian, Yinna, Shanggong Shenbei, Shupu, Epson, Tajima, Weishi, Najie, Tianming, Boke, Feiliu, Chunxiao, Aige Wen
• Industrial Cluster Exhibition Groups: Dalang Knitted Fabrics Exhibition Group (over 10 enterprises), Xintang Denim Exhibition Group (14 enterprises), Zhangcha Knitting Exhibition Group