Riopele at Munich Fabric Start: “It is rewarding to feel that we manage to surprise the market year after year”

In the second half of 2025, Riopele’s commercial team attended Munich Fabric Start, one of Europe’s most influential textile fairs, which brings together thousands of visitors and hundreds of international exhibitors each season. It was on this prestigious platform that the company showcased a portfolio of fabrics combining its historical heritage—through the revisiting and reinterpretation of some of the most iconic archive fabrics—with the innovation developed for the Fall/Winter 2026 season.

As a trends and business platform, the fair, held in Germany, represents a strategic opportunity for Riopele to strengthen its positioning with key stakeholders seeking innovative, high-quality fabrics produced in a sustainable and verifiable way.

Among the most requested samples were tweeds, moulinés, and checks, with particular demand for the “Jersey Wool,” “Codex,” “Lago,” and “Harrys” references—fabrics that reflect Riopele’s heritage, evoking sophisticated comfort, rich textures, and timelessness. At the same time, there was growing interest in cottons, especially the “Cisco” reference, reflecting a global trend valuing natural and versatile fibers.

With this collection, Riopele invites a reinterpretation of luxury, in a constant dialogue between tradition and innovation—staying true to its legacy while keeping an eye on the transformations shaping the global fashion market.

According to José Carlos Ortigão, Sales Manager for the German market, the reception was extremely positive:"The enthusiasm of our clients was evident. Many highlighted not only the quality of the fabrics but also how each one conveys identity and emotion. It is rewarding to feel that we manage to surprise the market year after year."

Clients especially value the trust placed in their chosen partner, as emphasized by Marta Pacheco, Riopele’s Commercial Director: "The focus on responsible production remains imperative, and our clients know that by choosing Riopele, they have access to a certified and fully verticalized production chain, capable of responding quickly and responsibly to their needs."