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Bridal market grows steadily
Global bridal fashion market: $70 billion and a CAGR of 4-5% per year. Polish segment doubled in value from 2019.
PTAK EXPO ŁÓDŹ
International Wedding, Evening, and Special Occasion Fashion Fair
Bridal · Evening Gowns · Suits · Accessories · Private Label
18-20 May 2027
Expo Hall, Ptak Wholesale Center, Rzgów
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The Event in Numbers
Estimates of the 1st edition
1,800
Total visitors
70
Exhibitors
5,000
Exhibition space (m²)
1,500
From Poland
300
From abroad
9
Total countries
3
Trade show and conference days
Reasons for exhibitors
Why take part
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Direct access to buyers
Bridal showrooms, international buyers and distributors with specific budgets for the coming seasons - face-to-face at the fair.
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Poland - wedding production hub
The second largest bridal wear manufacturer in Europe. High quality atelier, competitive prices and short lead time.
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One event, the whole value chain
Manufacturers, fabrics, accessories, technology, retail and private label - a complete B2B offering in one place at one time.
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Exhibitor Profile
Exhibitor profile
The Expo brings together the full supply chain of the bridal and occasionwear industry - from designers and manufacturers to salon technology and service providers.
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Manufacturer of wedding and evening wear
Brands and ateliers presenting ready-made bridal, eveningwear and cocktail collections for B2B buyers.
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Distributor and agent of foreign brands
Companies introducing foreign ceremonial fashion brands to the Polish and European markets.
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Supplier of premium raw materials and fabrics
Manufacturers and importers of lace, silk, tulle and other materials for the bridal industry.
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Technology company for the fashion industry
Providers of software, e-commerce and digital solutions to support bridal salons.
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Designer of jewelry and ceremonial accessories
Creators of veils, headpieces, jewelry and footwear dedicated to the premium bridal market.
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Sewing room and private label manufacturer
OEM/ODM contract manufacturing plants specializing in small batch and nearshoring.
Scope
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Women's wedding fashion
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Eveningwear and occasion fashion
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Ceremonial Menswear
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Bridal accessories and premium accessories
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Private label and contract manufacturing
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Bridal retail and salon services
Who is visiting us
Bridal and occasionwear professionals
Bridal & Occasion Fashion Expo brings together purchasing decision-makers from across the sector: salon owners, buyers, wedding planners and distributors. This is an audience ready to contract - not browse.
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Wedding salon owners and managers
Purchasing decision makers looking for new collections and suppliers for their showrooms.
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Fashion buyers
Professional buyers representing retail chains and multibrand stores of the premium segment.
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Owners of occasionwear boutiques
Entrepreneurs expanding their offerings to include evening, formal and cocktail fashions.
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Premium Wedding Planners
Luxury segment wedding planners looking for suppliers and service partners.
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Distributors and wholesalers
Importers and wholesalers building a portfolio of bridal and eveningwear brands for the EU market.
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Media Representatives and Influencers
Industry editors and coverage creators to increase your brand's visibility.
Market scale
Bridal and occasionwear industry in numbers
European trade in dresses and skirts amounts to EUR 13.7 billion of imports into the EU every year, growing by an average of 6.2% between 2018 and 2023. Six markets account for three quarters of those imports, and Poland is the fifth of them, with imports of EUR 1.24 billion and exports at a similar level. It is also one of the fastest growing markets in the Union: +13.1% a year, up from EUR 675 million in 2018. The bridal segment alone was valued at EUR 2.9 billion.
Trade figures cover the dresses & skirts category, which is broader than bridal and occasionwear alone; the bridal market value is a CBI benchmark based on 2019 data.
EUR 13.7 bn
Dress imports into the EU
Value of imports of the dresses and skirts category into the European Union in 2023.
+13.1%
Import growth in Poland
Average annual growth between 2018 and 2023: from EUR 675 million to EUR 1.24 billion.
EUR 1.24 bn
Poland, the 5th market in the EU
Imports into Poland in 2023. Exports reach a similar level, around EUR 1.2 billion.
EUR 2.9 bn
The European bridal market
CBI estimate for the wedding dress segment; a benchmark based on 2019 data.
Source: CBI 2025 based on Eurostat (2023 data) and CBI 2021. Trade figures cover the dresses & skirts category, which is broader than bridal and occasionwear alone.
What We'll Be Talking About
3 days, 3 main themes
Admission to all lectures is free for fair attendees.
18.05 · Day 1
A New Ceremony – Customers, Trends, and Changing Expectations
Social changes, celebration styles, and purchasing decisions that influence the collections.
7 agenda items
19.05 · Day 2
The Workshop of the Future – Craftsmanship, Personalization, and Production
Design, fit, materials, deadlines, and work organization in a model that demands precision.
8 agenda items
20.05 · Day 3
Salon, Brand and Selling the Experience
Store profitability, customer service, digital communication, and supplier relations.
9 agenda items
Conference
Main Stage – Conference Program
Three days of presentations, panels, and workshops. The program combines design and craftsmanship with the realities of running a boutique, selling experiences, and managing a collection in a segment characterized by high customer engagement.
Current Date
A New Ceremony – Customers, Trends, and Changing Expectations
Social changes, celebration styles, and purchasing decisions that influence the collections.
10:30
15 min
OpeningA New Ceremony – Customers, Trends, and Changing Expectations
10:45
35 min
Opening RemarksHow Are Brides and Grooms in the Wedding Market Changing?
11:25
40 min
Strategy PanelFrom a grand celebration to a variety of ceremony formats
12:05
20 min
NetworkingNetworking Break
12:25
35 min
Expert LectureTrends That Sell – How to Turn Inspiration Into a Collection
13:05
40 min
Workshop / Hands-on SessionFormal wear for more than one day
13:50
40 min
Final DebateA New Ceremony – What Should the Market Do Next?
Bridal & Occasion Fashion Expo Conference
The Ceremony Market – Emotions, Craftsmanship, and Business
A trade show combined with an industry conference: presentations by industry professionals, strategic panels, workshops, and debates. Three days focused on the customer, the salon, and salon profitability. The program is included in the admission price–it attracts high-quality foot traffic directly to the exhibitors’ booths.
Designers and manufacturers of formal wearOwners of salons and studiosManufacturers of materials and accessoriesSales and Customer Experience ExpertsExperts in law, marketing, and brand management
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Have a topic for the industry? Get in touch – our Conference team will reply with a speaking proposal.
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Facility and location
PTAK EXPO LÓDŹ - a modern trade fair center
The PTAK EXPO ŁÓDŹ is a modern trade fair and conference facility with more than 30,000 m² of exhibition space in 6 halls, fully equipped for B2B industry events.
The facility is located in the immediate vicinity of Ptak Wholesale Center - the largest fashion wholesale center in Central Europe, and the city of Lodz - Poland's second largest fashion industry center.
With the A1 highway exit just minutes away, full hotel and catering infrastructure on site, dedicated parking lots and logistics for exhibitors.
PTAK EXPO Lodz - Exhibition and Conference Center
Immediate vicinity: Ptak Wholesale Center, Rzgów - Łódź
Exit from the A1 highway - ~10 minutes from the center of Lodz
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