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CMAI Launches TRENDHAUS 2026 To Redefine Pre Season Apparel Booking In India

• By  Textile Excellence
• January 07, 2026

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has announced the launch of CMAI TRENDHAUS 2026, a premium by invitation only booking fair aimed at strengthening structured pre-season buying in the domestic apparel market. The inaugural edition will be held from 26 to 30 January 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai and will feature 11 leading Indian fashion brands on a single curated platform.

TRENDHAUS 2026 is designed as a focused corporate booking forum where retailers can preview Autumn Winter 2026 collections, hold detailed business discussions, and place advance orders in a closed-door professional environment. The fair is expected to host nearly 2,000 pre identified retail decision makers, including multi brand outlets, exclusive brand outlets, large format stores, ecommerce players, and franchise partners.

Santosh Katariya, President, CMAI, said the initiative is aimed at improving seasonal booking efficiency while strengthening long term brand retailer relationships. He noted that the platform will help save time, enhance brand visibility, and streamline pre-season planning, supported by customised services and premium hospitality.

Participating brands include Classic Polo, Easies, Gini and Jony, Indian Terrain, Integriti, Jr Killer, Killer, Nostrum, Spykar, Status Quo and Twills. Each brand will showcase collections through large custom-built displays, reinforcing CMAI’s commitment to advancing professionalism across India’s apparel ecosystem.

Santosh Katariya, President, CMAI, said the initiative is aimed at improving seasonal booking efficiency while strengthening long term brand retailer relationships. He noted that the platform will help save time, enhance brand visibility, and streamline pre-season planning, supported by customised services and premium hospitality.