TRADE SHOW REPORT Performance Materials, Next-Gen Insights at Functional Fabric FairIt was all about performance textiles and forward thinking at the Functional Fabric Fair—powered by PERFORMANCE DAYS summer 2025 edition held July 21–23 at Manhattan’s Javits Center. The focus was on material innovation, technology and sustainability in the performance- and fashion-apparel industries. Highly vetted exhibitors“You don’t have to search for things here—you know what you’re going to get,” said Vice President Steve McCullough. “What we have in London is a huge commercial materials showcase that features over 10,000 sustainable materials, trims, footwear, a whole circularity hub, home and interior,” said Amanda Johnston, chief design officer. In addition to its Portland shows, Functional Fabric Fair is launching a fourth edition, Orlando Winter, co-located with the PGA Show Jan. 21–22, 2026.