Design is changing sport and therefore also the prospects for the sports business.
We see: Design is more than just aesthetics. It is a strategic tool for innovation, differentiation and sustainable growth. It helps to decide which products prevail - and how sport is perceived.
The demands on design are increasing. The combination of function, material innovation, sustainability and brand DNA is becoming more complex. Those who take design seriously today are actively shaping the sports world of tomorrow.
No matter whether you are interested in textile innovations, smart technologies for design processes, or new innovations in product development: we want to support you in finding exactly what you are looking for.
We are convinced: design is a catalyst. And together, we make sport bigger.
Do you want to be part of it?
We want to bring together all the players; sports brands, manufacturers, technology providers, material suppliers, scientists and consultants, and create an open space to work together on real progress. ISPO is designed to be the platform where you can explore new opportunities, make valuable contacts and grow your business in a meaningful way.
In three curated arenas - Upstream & Supply, Brands & Products, Commerce & Experience - ISPO connects designers and product developers, brands and markets along the entire value chain. This is where new design standards are set, sustainable materials are discovered and user-centered product solutions are made visible. If you have something to show, show it here. With curated areas, targeted matchmaking, visibility for future-oriented materials and platforms such as the ISPO Textrends Award, we make design and product development a central lever for business.
Why be there?
- Find design & inspiration: discover new concepts, prototypes or serial solutions, and see how others bring design and innovation to life.
- Share knowledge & absorb impulses: In talks, panels and conferences on design trends, consumer behavior, health & tech, you will gain valuable insights and pass them on.
- Discover technology & rethink design: The SportsTech Area brings you into contact with technologies that redefine design at an early stage. Find solutions or new tools for your next development because this is where the advantage begins.
- Networking & shaping business: Make contacts that make an impact with brands, retailers, productdevelopers and technology drivers.
Save the Date: 30. NOV. - 02 DEC. 2025
For designers, product developers and all sports fashion experts, ISPO 2025 offers two curated trend areas: Zeitgeist by ISPO and ISPO 520M by Highsnobiety, each a central stage for the combination of sports, fashion and urban culture.
- Zeitgeist showcases creative pioneering brands from sportswear, street and outdoor lifestyle. Established names such as Osprey, Arys, Fessura and many more meet here to showcase their innovative designs and set new market impulses.
- ISPO 520M by Highsnobiety is the stage for the creative intersection of outdoor, performance fashion and urban culture, curated by Highsnobiety. Together, brands such as HOKA, Stanley, ON, Merrell and many more are shaping the new narrative of sports fashion, combining function and lifestyle with cultural depth.
Why be part of it?
- Expand your network & become visible: Meet industry experts and like-minded people who think strategically about design and fashion for exchange and networking.
- Discover design & experience inspiration: Immerse yourself in curated spaces full of innovative concepts and experience firsthand how designers bring new ideas to life.
- Connecting fashion and function: Experience live how sportswear combines functionality with style. Discover statement pieces, new collections and products that perfectly unite performance and design.
Are you specifically looking for the best textile trends for your next collection? ISPO Textrends is the compass for all those who need orientation along the product development process and a stage for all those who want to make innovations visible.
- The ISPO Textrends Award honors forward-looking textile innovations from fibers and fabrics to smart functionalities. Selected by an international jury of experts, the winners are the center of attention at the trade fair, online and all year round.
- The ISPO Textrends Marketplace brings these innovations directly to the market: Award-winning materials that have been listed for sale are accessible there all year round for brands, product developers and buyers worldwide.
Why participate?
- Discover & make decisions: Find the most groundbreaking textile trends and award-winning materials for your next collections. At ISPO, in the Trendbook & Trend Brochure and in the Marketplace.
- Network & set impulses: Meet the movers and shakers in the industry - in an exchange about function, aesthetics, sustainability and performance.
At ISPO 2025, as a retailer you will not only experience the latest products and brands, but also the people who make them possible: designers and product developers. This is where innovation happens – from functional textiles and smart materials to groundbreaking product concepts.
With the Retail Initiative and the Retail Club, we help you discover these innovations early and connect with the right contacts. This way, you can spot trends before they grow big in the market and develop your assortment in a targeted way.
What this means for you:
- Targeted contacts – meet brands, developers and technology providers directly.
- Early access – discover products, materials and trends before they grow big in the market.
- Practical insights – gain knowledge from talks, masterclasses and panels.
- Efficient networking – quickly find the right partners for your business.
At ISPO.com you will find comprehensive and practice-oriented articles from the design and fashion sector. Our Expert Insights analyze current topics that concern the industry and present guides and innovative approaches. Best practice examples show how challenges can become a real competitive advantage.
Do you have insights or innovations? Share them with the community!
With Advertising at ISPO.com you can present your expertise to an international audience of experts. We know how important it is to reach the right people - that's why we offer various formats, from editorial articles to sponsored content and interviews. Together, we will find the right way to make your expertise visible with a reach of 290,000 unique users per month and more than 40,000 newsletter subscribers and provide valuable impetus for the industry.
