The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) is set to host the 4th edition of its annual B2B event, the Fabrics Accessories & Beyond Show 2024 (FAB Show 2024) from April 15 to 17, 2024, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. This flagship event, established in 2022, has quickly ascended to the status of the largest fair showcasing the entire supply chain to garment manufacturers. With over 250 fabric suppliers, accessories manufacturers, machinery suppliers, washing units, real estate developers, and software developers expected to display their products, the FAB Show 2024 promises an unrivalled opportunity for industry stakeholders to engage, network, and explore the latest innovations in the textile manufacturing industry.


Numerous retailers have registered for the FAB Show 2024 and are set to attend the tradeshow to fulfil their sourcing requirements. The list of participating companies is extensive and diverse, showcasing a broad spectrum of the apparel retail industry. Among those attending are well-known names such as Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail, Arvind Lifestyle Brands, Biba Fashion, Credo Brands Marketing, Darshan Enterprise, Finesse Fashions, Gini & Jony, Kewal Kiran Clothing, M.D. Retail India, Mas Brands India, Nostrum Fashion, Ochre And Black, Pepe Jeans India, Reliance Retail, Royal Classic Mills, Twills Clothing, Bestseller Fashion India, T T, Spykar Lifestyles, TCNS Clothing Co, House of Anita Dongre, Turtle, Peppermint Clothing, Shoppers Stop, Stori Fashion, D. L Creation (Dressline), Dollar Industries, Ma’am Arts, Maxzone Clothing, Otto Clothing, Pragati Fashions, Romano Apparels, and many others. These
participants, along with over 4000 primary members including garment manufacturers, brand owners, and e-commerce platforms, highlight the tradeshow’s significance as a premier gathering for the fashion and apparel industry.


The FAB Show stand as a testament to the vibrancy and optimism of the Indian apparel industry, underlining the ‘Make in India’ initiative. The previous editions of this esteemed exhibition have facilitated over Rs. 2000 crores of business, illustrating its significance as a catalyst for trade and partnerships within the textile manufacturing expo. With an anticipated attendance of more than 1500 top platinum buyers, the event is poised to offer unparalleled opportunities for exhibitors to present their latest offerings in fabrics, trimmings, accessories, and a wide array of services to the leading manufacturers in the industry.


Attracting between 10,000 to 12,000 visitors, including the largest domestic and international buyers from countries like Bangladesh, China, Ethiopia, Hong Kong, Nepal, New Zealand, the UAE, and the UK, the FAB Show is a pivotal event for anyone involved in the garment manufacturing industry. Esteemed brands such as Amazon, Ajio, Anita Dongre, and many others are regular attendees, showcasing the event’s broad appeal and its role in shaping the future of fashion manufacturing and retailing.


The CMAI, as the pioneer and most representative association of the Indian apparel industry, boasts over 4000 members and services more than 20,000 retailers, manufacturers, exporters, brands, and ancillary industries. This year’s show not only promises to be a grand display of the latest trends and innovations but also a platform for discussions on sustainability, technological advancements, and adapting to changing consumer preferences, which are increasingly shaping the industry’s future.


In conclusion, the FAB Show 2024 offers an unprecedented opportunity for apparel and textile manufacturers, fashion designers, brands, and retailers to converge, collaborate, and catalyse growth in the textile and clothing manufacturing sectors. As the industry stands on the precipice of vast possibilities, these events provide the perfect backdrop to explore, innovate, and drive forward the future of fashion and apparel manufacturing in India and beyond.

About FaB

FABRICS, ACCESSORIES, AND BEYOND (FAB): Launched in 2022, the FAB Show has already become the largest Fair showcasing the entire Supply Chain to the Garment Manufacturers. Over 250 Fabric Suppliers from different parts of the Country, along with the top Accessories Manufacturers, Machinery Suppliers, Washing Units, Real Estate Developers, and Software Developers display their products to the more than 10,000 Brands, Manufacturers, Retailers, and Exporters who visit the FAB Show. If one is a Manufacturer of Fabrics, Accessories, or Trims, and wish to gain access to the entire Manufacturing and Brand Memberships strength of CMAI, there can be no better platform to display one’s range than the FAB Show. Primary Members of CMAI are entitled to free entry to the FAB Show. Non-Members may be subject to an Entry Fee.