THE HEART OF GLOBAL FASHION BEATS IN THE CAPITAL

WITH THE SUPPORT OF THE ANKARA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, "ANKARA INTERNATIONAL READY-TO-WEAR AND FASHION FAIR- COF'25 OPENS ITS DOORS FOR THE SECOND TIME, BRINGING TOGETHER THE WORLD'S LEADING BRANDS IN THE READY-TO-WEAR AND TEXTILE SECTOR IN THE CAPITAL.

BARAN: "OUR GOAL IS TO MAKE ANKARA THE CAPITAL OF FASHION, BUILT ON SUSTAINABLE AND ECO-FRIENDLY TECHNOLOGIES"

21-02-2025- Supported by the Ankara Chamber of Commerce (ATO), the "Ankara International Ready-to-Wear and Fashion Fair" (Capital of Fashion-COF'25) is set to open its doors for the second time at ATO Congresium from February 26-28, bringing together leading brands in the ready-to-wear and textile industry from around the world.

Commenting on the event, ATO Chairman of the Board Gürsel Baran emphasized that brands embracing eco-friendly production will showcase their sustainable and innovative technologies at the fair. Baran stated, "It is crucial for the sector to achieve a green transformation. Our goal is to establish Ankara as the capital of fashion, grounded in sustainability and technology."

As one of the largest gatherings in the fashion industry, "Ankara International Ready-to-Wear and Fashion Fair- COF'25" is organized with contributions from ATO's No. 2 Apparel-Ready-to-Wear-Knitwear and No. 17 Textile-Haberdashery-Home Textile Professional Committees, in collaboration with the Ankara Clothing Manufacturers Association (AGSD) and Rem Fair Organization. This year's event, held for the second time at ATO Congresium from February 26-28, will feature Ankara's established brands and host more than 100 leading brands in the ready-to-wear and textile sector, along with over 500 domestic and international buyers from 30 different countries.

THE CAPITAL'S HEART WILL BEAT WITH FASHION

COF'25 will provide an international platform for brands in the ready-to-wear and textile sector, featuring a variety of events, including fashion shows, exhibitions, conferences, panels, workshops, and one-on-one meetings with domestic and international buyers. With a strong emphasis on green transformation and sustainability, the fair will showcase sustainable and innovative technologies from eco-friendly brands, as well as collections made from recycled materials. Additionally, pioneering designers in sustainable fashion will share their experiences in exclusive sessions.

GLOBAL FASHION INDUSTRY FOCUSES ON SUSTAINABILITY

ATO Chairman Gürsel Baran noted that the global fashion industry is increasingly prioritizing environmentally friendly and recyclable products, emphasizing that the fair will highlight sustainable and innovative technologies from eco-conscious brands.

Baran also underlined Türkiye's strong position as a net exporter in textiles and ready-to-wear, noting that Turkish brands are among the European Union's key suppliers. Stressing the importance of the European Green Deal, which affects the textile and ready-to-wear industry as well as many other sectors, Baran stated:

"The ready-to-wear, textile, and fashion industry is a massive global market worth $3 trillion. To ensure our brands stand out in this competitive environment, maintain their exports to the European Union, and claim their share of this vast economy, every company in our sector- from the smallest to the largest- must complete its green transformation. Our capital is already an important hub for textiles and ready-to-wear. Our goal is to make Ankara the capital of fashion, built on sustainability and technology."

He also acknowledged the challenges facing the textile sector due to the global economic slowdown, inflation, and exchange rate pressures, emphasizing that maintaining and strengthening international market relationships and promoting the industry's products make this fair all the more significant.