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Trade show Munich
Innovative outdoor clothing and footwear at ISPO 2024
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Trade show Munich
08/20/2025

Study analysis, trend forecast & CIFF recap: 3 curated articles to give you a head start

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It's all about fashion: in the sports industry today, it's not just products that count, but holistic experiences, design expertise and sustainable innovations. In three articles, we have analyzed 14 studies from the fashion sector for you, reviewed the CIFF in Copenhagen and compiled eight footwear trends that will shape the market in 2026.

ISPO 2025 will once again create a stage where sport, fashion and design merge. Among other things, with the proven curated fashion formats ZEITGEIST by ISPO and 520M by Highsnobiety as well as exclusive networking opportunities with brands, retailers, productdevelopers and technology drivers, the ISPO Textrends Award also honors the latest and most innovative textile trends. From 30. NOV. - 02. DEZ. in Munich. Be there!

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Sports market insights: 14 studies show where the journey is heading

A group of runners jog through the countryside.
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adidas

The sports and fashion market continues to grow, but consumer expectations are changing at the same time: Wellness, health and the integration of sport into everyday life are key drivers. Yoga, running and outdoor are experiencing strong growth rates, while sportswear is slowly becoming saturated. At the same time, textile consumption in the EU is increasing and sustainable solutions are becoming more important than ever.

What you can take away from the article:

  • Wellness and health are key growth drivers in the sports market
  • Sustainable materials and circular concepts are crucial for differentiation
  • Running, yoga and outdoor offer concrete opportunities for innovation and customer loyalty

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02

Footwear Trends 2026: City, trail & sustainability

Outdoor trail running shoes at ISPO 2024
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Trade show Munich

The global sports footwear market is at a turning point: multifunctional city-to-trail models, barefoot shoes, modular and repairable designs will characterize the coming season. Sustainability is becoming a key factor thanks to mono-materials and bio-based components. Brands such as ICEBUG, Salomon, Allbirds and Vivobarefoot are focusing on durable, flexible and ecologically responsible products.

What you can take away from the article:

  • Multifunctional models combine urban and outdoor lifestyle
  • Repairability, durability and recycling are key design factors
  • Bio-based materials and sustainable innovations set new standards

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ISPO at the CIFF: Design, lifestyle, luxury and sport combined internationally

The ISPO team at the CIFF in Copenhagen
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Messe München GmbH

ISPO presented innovative sports and lifestyle brands at the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair in the curated ZEITGEIST area. From Osprey to Fessura and MINI A TURE, brands showed how sport, fashion and culture merge. The focus was on topics such as luxury in everyday life, retail strategies and international networking.

What you can take away from the article:

  • Sport is becoming part of the global lifestyle market
  • Curated platforms such as ZEITGEIST and 520M by Highsnobiety promote visibility and international networking
  • Innovation, sustainability and design expertise create competitive advantages

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